The Story That Went On... (Formerly Death Cut. Completed.)

[GamingLord]

Abigail: "Ah, alright. Well, goodnight cutie. I had a wonderful time tonight."

She gave him a full hug, and a kiss on the lips before going to her room.

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Jacob: "Ah... Well, just anti-sun items mostly I suppose. Or things that can automatically refine rough holy energy so it doesn't harm you. That other stuff sounds rather interesting also, though. Endurance enhancer, eh? Hmmm..."

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Malos tried to squint at the fairy Willow had pointed out, and indeed, it had been talking into a sort of high tech cell phone/computer. The fairy noticed Malos staring at her, and seemed bothered by it, flicking him off before flying away.

Malos: "Yeesh.... Magic box? You mean like a computer device that can receive video signals? Sure we can get you one of those... they also act like noise systems too."

Stepping into one of the larger stores, Malos purchased both the latest disguise rune and a shrink charm. He also got a growth charm for Willow while he was at it, carefully handing her the very small item. Once back outside, they moved close to the miniature community area, and Malos decided to try the disguise rune. First of course, he made sure Willow was outside of his pocket so that the sudden change wouldn't trap her in his shirt, or squeeze her out like a slingshot.

Malos: "Okay, this is supposed to be one with some interesting changes, so let's see how well it can..."

One swift though, and suddenly Malos was to scale with Willow, still a reaper... but with a pair of fairy like wings jutting out of his back and through his shirt.

Malos: "...That's a new one! Partial transformation, awesome..."  

[GamingLord]

Malos: "Nah, not at all... Television? .. Television, tele... Oh! Those! Yeah, Limbo doesn't sell those seperately anymore, they come bundled inside with at least a basic computer around here. They're easy to learn how to use, they practically teach you how to use them, even if you don't know a thing about electronics... Like I used to be."

Malos smiled a little as he thought about some early memories of him trying to use Githar's computer. He had been fascinated by each glowing screen and light, each little sound that the machine had made. Perhaps that was why he was also into E-Wave dancing as well, his fascination with glowing lights and bright colors a bit of a interest of his.

Flying was fun, but at the same time, tricky. He was rather thankful that Willow was there to keep him from falling far.

One quick stop they made before going into any store was at a street vendor, buying themselves each a cup of some sort of sweet frozen deserts with small berry bits in them. They then entered an electronics store and started looking around at the various machines and computers they had. They had them in all sorts, shapes, and sizes... Spheres, cubes, rectangular bars, disks, cuffs for arms and wrists, necklaces, even as small as earrings and rings, though those were probably the most basic of the units... The most basic ones had holographic 3d displays, and were playing music and 3d video, while the more advanced ones were basically watered down holo-gamers that were a fraction as powerful (meaning they could only support a few people at once). Apart from the computers, Willow also saw fairy sized robots that were humanoid and animal shaped for all sorts of uses. Malos looked at some of them with interest.

Malos: "Not as powerful as the 'normal' sized stuff, but more powerful than I was expecting. Then again, the hardware in my room is at least a decade old... What did you want to use the magic box for, Willow? Just for watching television? Or something more? Music maybe? Eventually playing some games? You can also use this to contact and keep in touch with us in Limbo too."

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Abigail smiled and blushed lightly.

Abigail: "Okay, sure. A picture or two would be nice, as long as I can have one or two of you for myself."  

[GamingLord]

Malos: "Getting power is only slightly tricker for mini-electronics if you don't have power. You can have them run off power crystals, which hold a considerable charge, and most appliances use energy so efficiently... uh... not to brag, that is. The power crystals in larger electronics last for at least about several centuries before needing recharged again. "

Looking over some information on various displays about the products, Malos learned a bit more about how the miniatures were different in comparison to standard things.

Malos: "Heh... The crystals last for almost a hundred years in these smaller things, and you can use something as small as a watch battery and some included things to recharge them."

As Willow passed one of the computers on show, it's holographic display flickered and showed a little (moreso than usual) male fairy.

Computer: "Hello, miss! Are you interested in a computerized entertainment system? I can answer any questions you may have, if you wish."

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Abigail just smirked a bit, though she flushed just a little at the joke she was about to make.

Abigail: "Oh sure, that's your excuse for getting a girl in the bath with you..."  

[GamingLord]

Malos couldn't help but burst out laughing a little, finding the scene incredibly amusing.

Malos: "Hehe.. heh... where's the off button... I'm sorry, but that was funny. I don't think an antique store will have a television set small enough to fit iinto your house, Willow... We could try, I guess... but failing that, those holograph helpers are alterable, and can even be disabled so they don't bother you or just show up as words when you only *really* need them."

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Abigail gave him many poses, including a few that were a bit sultry but still tasteful, laughing as she made Sephiroth stare or blush a little more than he wanted. When it was her turn with the camera, she gave him a peck on the check and took it from him.

Abigail: "Pick a pose, handsome!"  

[GamingLord]

Abigail experienced several degrees of blushing, but took a number of pictures none the less... but broke out laughing when the "worm began to squirm".

Abigail: "Gee, I don't know boy. Can you control the worm?"

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Malos smiled a little.

Malos: "Well, they're cheaper than you probably think, especially compared to several earths' computers, and Limboian connection services are pretty inexpensive. Galantros could probably help cover the costs of that for you and he and his father wouldn't bat an eye at the expense. And he more than likely wouldn't mind buying it for you. So let's not completely cut out the idea of getting you one yet... "

Malos didn't want to mention that he also could probably afford to buy her a really basic computer and connection, if he just cut back on certain luxuries for a couple weeks. He wanted to surprise her by getting her one tonight if possible.

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As Jacob, Rosemary, and Veni flew around, they eventually came across an interesting sight. There was a small crowd gathered around several black and dark purple clothed individuals with torches lit with blue flame. They would swing the torches around in various areas, projecting shadows in specific areas, and then some of their partners would dance and meld into the shadows, only to pop out of a different shadow elsewhere. They did this with a certain elegance and grace that made it very beautiful and artistic.

Jacob: "Say, that looks interesting..."  

[GamingLord]

Abgail: “Hehe, they’re doing fine”

Abigail picked a few of the “normal” pictures, as well as some of the ones of the spicier variety. While the last of the pictures were printing, she yawned and hanged off Sephiroth.

Abigail: “I… I don’t think I’m even awake enough to make it to my room. Do you mind if I sleep with you tonight?”

Suddenly, her dress was gone, and in it’s place was a comfortable nightgown that was apparently made out of dark blue finely interwoven plantlife. Her dress was neatly folded in a corner of the room, along with her shoes, a vine tendril full of flowers retracting back to her wrist and vanishing. She held the dancing couple dolls in her other hand, and as she went to put it on his desk, she paused.

Abigail: “Wait, what is that bump?”

Without thinking, she dropped the male’s pants, and gasped at what she saw… she then did similar for the female’s dress. She flushed and started laughing.

Abigail: “Oh-ho-ho-ho my God! They’ve actually got the parts!”

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Music suddenly started playing at a decent volume, music that was meant to get the adrenaline going and to get the crowd excited, increasing the anticipation that something altogether very interesting was about to happen. Out of nowhere, the glint of a shape blade flew through the air and was caught by one of the shadow dancers as he slipped into existence from the dark. He tossed this, along with another sharp blade to one of his friends as he twisted back into the shadow.

Soon, an exciting sort of exotic juggling show was going on, with one of the performer’s removing the lower half of a mask to catch things with tendrils that protruded from his jaw. Small axes, sharp knives, flaming torches, small explosive fireworks that were tossed up into the air at the right moment to make a colorful display were all tossed about.

When they finished, there was uproarious applause…. And yet, they still weren’t finished. One of them spoke up, in an odd accent that sounded slightly like he was talking underwater, and a mix of Russian and something else that couldn‘t be placed.

Performer: “Now, we need a volunteer who is brave and doesn’t mind a little danger! Come, who would like to be a part of the act? I will say this, if you follow what we say and listen, you will not come to harm!”

A number of hands went up and shouts of people wanting went out. The performer chuckled.

Performer: “I warn you, this is not for your children, so please do not encourage them! If you do not do exactly as we say, you CAN be hurt, so you must sign a paper that claims you understand there is that chance! However, we do have healing solutions on hand in case of emergency.”

Some hands went down, realizing there was a risk that they were probably going to use some sharp instruments, especially when one of the performers flashed a large looking two-handed sword.

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Malos seemed a little surprised, and blinked. He tried to think for a moment, so he didn’t give out an obvious answer like ‘porn’. He did have other hobbies other than that, anyways.

Malos: “Uhm .. Well, I’m into martial arts a little I guess… especially throwing weapons, knives in particular. I like dancing to E-Wave music… especially when I get to do it with a pretty girl like you. Well, and admittedly, I do have a fondness for colorful lights and flashing things, a bit of a spastic thing with me I suppose.”