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Childe "I Can Make Her Worse" Tartaglia ([personal profile] monoceroscaeli) wrote in [community profile] insurmountable2022-03-26 11:46 pm
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everybody's challenge turning into mine / and overcame adversity

[He knows he's going to get scolded by Prince Aether. He knows and he doesn't really care, that other knight really had it coming.

He'd had a little spat with one of the other knights in the keep, a little disagreement over dinner, at least that's what Childe would have called it. In reality, he'd started the fight, running his mouth and delighting at the visceral anger he'd caused the other knight. A few words were exchanged, a bone from a finished chicken wing was flung at the other, and that's all it took before he was showing off his martial prowess in front of the rest of the keep. The guy got one good blow in before he'd beaten him unconscious, having to be pulled off of him before he went too far. No alcohol needed for that mess of course, since he reveled in making scenes like that.

And he never regretted it, at least when it came to his reputation. Which, of course, wasn't great. He'd always had a chaotic side and people steered clear of him because of it. But those people really aren't the kind he'd hang out with anyhow. He had his own agenda, and if he's being honest, no one could keep up with him.

He's trying to get back to his own quarters now, a nasty cut right across his eyebrow where he'd gotten punched. He swears the other must of had a ring on or something, a knuckle shouldn't of made a cut that big. But it hurt, and he has to constantly wipe the blood away or else it would trickle down into his eye. He's a bit preoccupied with making sure he can see that he doesn't see Prince Aether round the corner and begin to walk towards him.

When he removes his hand from his face, there's blood all over it, and still some that bubbles up and pools in his eyebrow again.

That's when he spots the other. Drat, he's in for it now...]
startraveler: (we have to go now!)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-19 03:55 pm (UTC)(link)
[As everything is talked over they all make their way back to the king. Aether can't help but feel nervous, yet he tries to look as natural as possible.]

I apologize for the wait! [He says the moment both his father and Elise's father appear in sight. The two turn to face him and their gazes quickly fall onto Elise and Luke. The king's brow is raised.]

Luke has been teaching the princess about horse riding and at some point they decided to take a small break.

[As those words are spoken, Elise quickly nods.]

Yes, that's correct! Sir Luke has been very kind to me!

[A small blush creeps on her cheeks and she tries not to look at the squire in question.

At the same time the king remains silent, expression unreadable, but Aether could swear that his father is suspecting something.]
startraveler: (slightly concerned)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-19 07:06 pm (UTC)(link)
[The atmosphere feels tense as the king continues to be silent for another moment. Then, he finally closes his eyes and speaks up.]

I shall keep an eye on him. If he proves himself in his new duties, then I shall have the knighting ceremony prepared.

[He then glances at Childe, before addressing the princess.]

Princess Elise, if you ever feel that this squire is not fulfilling his duties or that there is something else you are not happy with, then please, do not hesitate to inform me. I wish nothing more but for you to feel welcomed and comfortable here.

[Aether is pretty sure this confirms that the king knows something is up, but he leaves Elise to decide if she wants to continue on like this or not. The princess nods quickly and the king doesn't say anything more. Once again, he gives a look to Childe, then to Aether, as if in warning, before turning to Elise's father.]

Let us go. We still haven't hunted anything today.

[Aether feels a small dose of relief. If his father will allow this madness to exists as long as Elise is happy, then it should be fine. They all want the princess to be happy, after all.]
startraveler: (you have my thanks)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-19 09:46 pm (UTC)(link)
[The princess perks up a little.]

Oh, I have trained with a bow a little... I think I would like to give it a try!

[That's quite unexpected, but Aether nods with a soft smile. As they are on their way, the prince decides to ride closer to his father, hoping to talk some more to him.]

Father, I...

[The king raises his hand up to silence Aether, then he gives a heavy sigh.]

I know you have princess' best interest in mind and I hope you will never stray from that path. And neither does your knight.

[Aether presses a hand to his heart.]

You can rest assured that we will not. I swear on my own life.

[The king gives his son a surprised look, but eventually his gaze finally softens. Aether also relaxes and just when they're about to continue the conversation, the princess points at something in the distance.]

I think I can see some rabbits ahead!
startraveler: (meet someone new)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-19 10:32 pm (UTC)(link)
[Aether also watches with curious eye, wondering how well the princess will do. Elise takes the bow from Childe, then settles into the right position to give a shot. She focuses for a moment, eyes sharp on one of the rabbits. In this very moment she looks like she's a professional at this.

Finally, she shoots. The rabbits flee in a hurry and Aether tries to see if Elise's arrow has reached any of them. Soon it's clear that one of the animals lies there motionless. The king and Aether look absolutely impressed, while the princess gives her own father a proud look.]


You're truly amazing... [Aether says and at that Elise blushes and looks away.]

Ah, no... it's nothing, really. I'm sure Sir Childe would be able to do just the same!

[The king seems even more assured seeing the two interact like this. Meanwhile, Aether snickers in his mind, because he knows how bad his beloved knight is with the bow.]
startraveler: (nice prank)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-19 11:01 pm (UTC)(link)
[Aether's eyelids lower slightly and he smiles.]

You've found yourself a worthy opponent, Childe. This definitely sounds interesting.

[He looks to his father, seeking approval and the king shrugs, then finally smiles.]

So be it. May the best hunter win.

[Elise seems a little overwhelmed that she's suddenly taking part in the competition, but she's quick to nod, looking eager to show her skills.]

I'll do my best!

[And so each pair goes their own way, hoping to prove their skill... Aether honestly doubts anything else may happen here. Childe seems really eager to win.]
startraveler: (troubled smile)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-20 12:45 pm (UTC)(link)
[Aether can see how stressful it was for Childe. He's not surprised at all. His poor knight could lose his life if things went wrong. The prince reaches out to pat the other's shoulder. That's the most he can do as long as they're on their horses.]

We both owe her... But also I spoke with my father. I have sworn with my life that Elise's happiness will be most important to us.

[His smile is tiny, but there's no happiness in it.]

If something goes wrong and my father would want your head... then he'll have mine as well.

[What would be Aether's life without his knight, anyway? If Childe was to die, then Aether would follow him.]

As for how to defeat the princess... [He perks up.] How about we try hunting boars?
startraveler: (it'll be fine)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-20 10:25 pm (UTC)(link)
[Aether can't hide his surprise hearing Childe say those things. Then his eyes soften, fond and loving. As chaotic as the knight is, it was obvious he would never accept both of them losing their life. Yet, the prince can hardly see himself moving on without Childe by his side, living with the thought that this love was the other's demise.

He's not going to say any of that though.]


We're not going to die. My father is already suspecting something, but I think... he'll let it be as long as we make sure that Elise is having a happy life.

[He smiles softly, squeezing his knight's hand.]

And that's what we're going to do. She's going to be loved and cared for. That's what we all want anyway.

[Life may be more complicated than this. Who are they to guarantee that the princess won't have her heart broken at some point? Or that she'll grow tired and unhappy of hiding the truth from everyone?

But Aether wants to stay positive, he wants to believe that this crazy plan will work. But more than anything, he wants to finally be with the person he loves the most. He doesn't want to regret loving and being loved... and now, in this very moment he thinks he can follow Childe anywhere. Even to death.]
startraveler: (all's well that ends well)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-24 05:17 pm (UTC)(link)
[Maybe Aether has some more optimism towards this, because it's his own father they're talking about. Surely, the king would recognize how committed his son is to making everyone happy.

Aether keeps on smiling softly. He wishes so badly to spend the rest of his life with Childe by his side, to grow old together with him. He can tell his knight is anxious and he wants to sooth his nerves. Maybe the challenge of hunt will be enough to take the other's mind away for the time being, and later they will figure something out, how to survive this, how to make things right.]


Let's go. I happen to know a place where boars can be spotted.

[He gives his knight another squeeze of the hand and an encouraging smile.]
startraveler: (uhm ok)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-24 07:07 pm (UTC)(link)
[The right spot isn't too far and Aether can't help but grin seeing how Childe focuses on the new task. The boars suspect nothing as they approach and the prince hands the bow to his knight, observing him as he makes a shot.

...As expected, he still needs lots of practice with the bow and he misses the mark, making the boar bleed and flee in panic. The knight and the prince waste no time to chase after it. However, the animal ducks somewhere into thick bushes, trying to vanish from their sight. The traces of blood are the only thing that shows them the way.

Aether stops his horse and makes a small unhappy sound.]


I guess we have to take our swords and go on feet from here to catch it.

[Thankfully, the board won't be able to go too far, but the lush greenery effectively obscures the path ahead. Aether can't quite tell what awaits them on their way.]

...Let's be careful.
startraveler: (about the unexpected)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-25 09:52 am (UTC)(link)
[Aether stays close behind his knight, making vain attempts at locating traces of the boar. The greenery makes it tricky though and the prince has to wonder if they're even going in the right direction. Suddenly, Childe trails off catching Aether's attention and the next thing he knows is seeing the knight's legs sinking into the mud.]

Childe! Hang on...

[He quickly grabs the other by one hand, then tries to reach for another to help him out. At the same time, the prince's gaze falls down, searching where the mud starts and ends. The greenery again does not make it easy on him, leaving Aether no choice but to stand still and hope he can pull his knight out.

They sure don't have much luck today...]
startraveler: (w-w-what)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-25 07:24 pm (UTC)(link)
[As Aether is focusing all his strength to get Childe out, the moment the knight slips the prince finds himself getting pulled forward too. He doesn't even get to made any sounds, before landing right next to Childe, face in the mud as well.]

Agh...

[He pulls himself up, at least as much as the slippery surface allows him to, trying to get the mud out of his face.]

...Childe, are you okay?

[Ugh. He can almost taste the mud as it still sticks to his mouth. Aether's face scrunches in disgust.]
startraveler: (looking good)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-25 09:56 pm (UTC)(link)
[Aether is dreading showing himself in front of his father like this - stained in mud as the prey escaped them. The princess and her father will no doubt see him as incompetent and have quite a laugh! Obviously, he's going to frame it as if Childe was just dragged along with him because he doesn't want his knight blamed for this misadventure.]

Maybe we're being tested by the gods...

[This entire day definitely feels like that. And who would've thought any of this would happen! The freedom and happiness Aether felt when riding the horse alongside Childe and kissing him under the willow now seems like a distant dream.]

I'll live... [He throws his knight a look when the other starts laughing.] You do realize you don't look pretty yourself?

[He reaches out, smearing some more mud against Childe's cheek.]
startraveler: (haha.... what did I expect)

[personal profile] startraveler 2022-06-26 10:18 am (UTC)(link)
[Aether closes his eyes, flinching when the muddy hand touches his face. Gross. He tries to wipe it with his sleeve, but sadly, the mud is everywhere.

None of this stops him from making a face at Childe's comment though.]


You wish.

[There's absolutely no way he would kiss Childe now! It's bad enough already that he can feel grains of sand in his mouth.]

Once we get out of here I'm heading straight for the river. [So no, he doesn't really want this sitting on his face. Aether takes his knight's hand and tries to leave this disastrous puddle behind.]

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