Board Thread:Roleplaying/@comment-5543592-20150420010641/@comment-24123288-20150422104201

(Isaiahs such a dick :P And I fear I may be stuck today xD Also, I woke up at 10.15 so...take that! :P)

Kay was sleeping deeply...

Meanwhile, in Cyrodiil;

The small farming village of Cropsford had flourished over the past 100 years or so, much in thanks to its closeness to both the Imperial City and Leyawiin. It was the middle of the day when a figure hurriedly rushed into the village.

He stopped and looked around in the middle of town, the wind blowing his cloak around him. The smell of grain, fresh baked bread and a general feel of tranqulity swept over the man, and he felt...comfortable for the first time since his wife passed.

If she ever comes back to this place, chaos will reign...

The man sighed, his tranquility lastingnot nearly lasting long enough as he strode over to the largest of several houses. He heard the laughter of children and a small smile crept up on his face.

It will be good to see them again, after so long.

The man pulled his hood down and scratched the beard on his chin, musing for several moments before he chapped on the door.

It soon opened and a kindly looking, middle aged Imperial woman opened the door a crack, her visible eye widening in shock.

"Brrrr-brother!" She gasped, throwing the door wide open and hugging the man.

"Hey Alice, it's...it's been a long time."

"Five years too long!" Alice huffed, giving her brother a tight hug.

"How is Ven doin?"

"He's doing well." Alice beamed. "The money we've been getting has helped us become one of the top providers of grain and vegetables in Cyrodiil."

"That is great news. And, how is she? The girl?"

Alices face fell for a second before jumping back to being happy. "She is...growing rebellious in her age." Alice admitted. "More than once have I caught her trying to study magic..."

"Alice. I'm a mage remember..." The Man sighed, raising his eyebrow.

"Yes I know, but I wanted her to be...normal..."

"Well, that is why I'm here." The Man said. his voice barely a whisper. "Nissa is on the hunt for her mother and I am certain she'd do anything, including using her to get to Karin."

"Oh gods..." Alice exhaled, panic shooting through her eyes. She ran an exasperated hand through her hair and looked up at the man. "What do we do? If that elf comes here, we'll be ruined."

"Let me take her." The Man nodded, rubbing his beard again. "I'll help her embrace her magic and keep her safe."

"Brother...you know I love her like my own..." Alice sighed, tears tracing down her face already.

"I know..." The Man soothed, stepping forwards and gripping his sisters shoulders in a firm hold. "But you also know she can't stay here forever. Either Nissa would find her, or Karin will come back for her...and until she does, we must keep the child safe."

Alice nodded in understanding, stepping aside to let the Man pass. "She's in the garden..."

The Man bowed graciously. "Thank you, Alice. If we can survive just a couple of weeks, we'll all be freed."

"I certainly hope so, brother."

The Man nodded his thanks again and stepped through into the garden, where a young girl was seen tossing fire into the air and laughing playfully.

The Man smiled warmly, seeing this child always brightened his mood. She was always so carefree.

He closed the back door quietly and stepped forwards.

"Good afternoon, Jessica."

Jessica glanced behind her and beamed before spinning aound off the fence she was sat on and ran over to give the Man a tight hug.

"U-uncle Aaron! It's been forever since I saw you!" Jessica pouted, pulling back and folding her arms. "Where did you go!?"

"I went somewhere far away, Jessica." Aaron said regretfully. "But your mother has given me permission to take you travelling with me."

Jessicas continued pouting didn't last long and she bust into a wide grin before running into the house and practically knocking Alice over in her enthusiasm.

"M-mother!" Jessica crowed happily, tears welling up in both the Imperials eyes. "I-I'll miss you!"

"I...I know child..." Alice said warmly. "Now go with your Uncle and become the proud woman and powerful mage I know you want to be."

Jessica nodded and stepped back, rejoining Aaron by his side.

"Thank you." She bowed. "Mother, for everything!"

"Go already." Alice smiled, ushering the pair out and waving.

"We'll visit all the time right Uncle?" Jessica grinned, waving as they walked away.

"Of course, Jessica." Aaron said warmly.

"Whatever you wish."