A Cruel Twist of Fate [closed]

[wickedchase]

WHO: Twisted Fate, Nerva, Korrin, Zevran, Beleth, Cyril, Ruby, Sera, Katniss, and special sending crystal guest star, Sina!
WHAT: A companion quest and elven relations all wrapped up in one.
WHEN: Post-Illness plot. The band of merry travelers will be gone from Clouch 23 to Clouchreach 28.
WHERE: Traveling to and from the Serpentine River.
NOTES: The plotting post.

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[wickedchase]

[Katniss always seems to have a knack for finding the right song. He smiles faintly, and folds his fingers together as he listens.

When she's done, he lets out a soft sigh.]

And aren't we blessed to have your voice with us. Thank you, as always.

[the_effect_she_has]

[Katniss let the last note fade out of her voice, breathing in, then looked over at Fate. She lifted her fingers and touched his wrist lightly.]

That song's for us, Fate. The ones who they can't pin down and put in a box. We'll always fly free.

[wickedchase]

That's a sentiment I can get behind.

[For him, freedom is most of all important.

Twisted Fate hesitates, then places his hand over hers. He's grateful she can recognize its importance.]

[the_effect_she_has]

Good. Don't forget it with these people, no matter how angry they make you ... you're free now, out of that cage. And you're never going back.

[She turned her hand, and gave him a brief fingers squeeze.]

[wickedchase]

That much, I do know. I will never be caged by anyone.

[More than he can ever truly say right now to Katniss, that is true. He holds on to her hand, squeezing in return.]

[the_effect_she_has]

Nor will I. And I won't let them try with you.

[That, she promises. Then one corner of her mouth lifts up.]

Unless you pull a prank on Cassandra or Cullen. Then you're on your own.

[wickedchase]

I ... did put wet paint on Cullen's chair once. For his birthday.

I'm lucky Mia didn't pull my ears off.

[the_effect_she_has]

[She looked over at him, surprised, before she let out a surprised laugh.]

That was you? Oh, he was so angry!

[wickedchase]

[He gives a little bow of his head.]

Sadly, I remained anonymous. It seemed the best choice, but I don't regret it.

[the_effect_she_has]

I ... ah, yes. I ... think we will keep this one between us.

[She does not want Cullen to consider throwing Fate off the side of Skyhold, not at all.]

[wickedchase]

That's the spirit. I knew you'd appreciate it. And, ah, don't tell Mia either?

[the_effect_she_has]

[She put one hand to her chest and crossed over it.]

I swear. But you owe me two ciders every time I come to the tavern ... for a month.

[wickedchase]

[He clutches his chest, as if she struck him in the heart.]

Shrewd!

But I like that. Very well; two ciders, every time you visit. It's a deal.

[the_effect_she_has]

I am a clever woman, or so I've been told. [She smirks faintly.]

[wickedchase]

And I would agree with anyone who says as such. You are incredibly clever and it is one of many reasons to enjoy such fine company.

[the_effect_she_has]

That would be my adopted sister - and that reminds me - you're invited to her party when we get home.

[wickedchase]

Oh? And what is the occasion? Another round of birthday shenanigans? I know an excellent surprise party crew, for the record.

[the_effect_she_has]

It is her birthday, at the end of Cloudreach. And ... I could use the help with the party, but she knows I'm throwing her one.

[wickedchase]

Shame, I'd love to see what it'd look like if it was a surprise one.

Very well. How Dalish are we going with this? Not much, I hope.

[the_effect_she_has]

Well ... she is only expecting a few of my friends ... if I threw her a huge feast, she'd be surprised.

[She snorts a little.] Not Dalish at all. Drinks, food, dancing, music. And chocolate cake. I promised her that.