What's in a Name? [CLOSED]

Eira was stunned at her sister's choice. She didn't want Tsubine to have to do anything like that, especially when she already had other things that she had to deal with. Eira doubted that being the Emperor of an entire nation was a walk in the park. She didn't want her sister wasting her time doing more for her. "Miss Luminere... I have a requ—"  Tsubine stopped mid-sentence upon the arrival of a certain green haired woman. Eira was the first on the scene and brought Serenity to the table; it was the least she could do after how much Serenity had done. When they arrived back at the table, Serenity ordered and immediately tried pulling herself into the conversation with them. Eira didn't exactly want to keep talking about her past, so she was going to lead the conversation in a different direction, but her sister got there first. "We were only discussing what mine and Eira's plans were after this. Nothing too important to have missed." Tsubine knew her well and Eira smiled toward her for it.

"But... I hope you rested well. Was anything not satisfactory?" Tsubine asked and everyone's attention was on Serenity. She looked a little dazed for a moment and then. "YES!" Serenity's face suddenly got angry and then she held her arms out, "This place is too big and there is no map! I couldn't find this place for a long time!" It was really only like five minutes, and after she found a guard to point her in the correct direction it was fine, but it was apparently too long for a hyperactive Serenity to enjoy! "Serenity..." Luxanna spoke up and Serenity looked to her, "All that matters is that you're here." Serenity cheered up a lot and nodded to Luxanna. "Thank you very much." Serenity said. Luxanna could swear it was like dealing with a child. She liked Serenity when she wasn't full of energy. Apparently being away from Alain and her garden was too much on her mental state for her to not act like a child.

"Please excuse me for a moment..." Luxanna stood up and dusted off her skirt before turning away from the table. Unfortunately for her, she was unaware of the floor being flat and tripped over it. It was as if some outside source decided to suddenly make Luxanna a clutz and put one foot in front of the other. So, like Serenity had only moments ago, Luxanna fell forward, but without the door to catch her mid-fall. Her body fell forward and so did her skirt. She didn't really try to guard herself either. She just plopped there in the most comical fashion, allowing her skirt to fly up and reveal a lacy pair of light blue underwear. One could only wonder whether the bra matched or not. "Are you okay?" Serenity asked, too stunned to move from her chair. "Help her up, Tsubine!" Eira said with a nudge toward her sister, since she was on the opposite side of the table and her sister was right there.

Zakat truly was a beautiful Empire. It was so different than the surrounding nations. Instead of concentrating on magics, it concentrated on advancements in technology and made life easier on the people living in this place. It was so convenient. In Aracadia, one would have had to walk down a thousands steps of stairs before getting to the same depth that the elevator had brought Serenity and herself when they first arrived. Luxanna was unaware that the Emperor was currently standing behind her. Her guard was down and she wasn't exactly concentrating on the sounds around her. She was enjoying the sight of the city. Of course, this came to an end when she heard someone clear their throat. Luxanna blinked once before turning her attention to the person who arrived. "Milady?" Luxanna blinked a couple times in confusion, not sure why the Emperor was here. She was acting as if she forgot everything that had happened a minute ago. Of course, she had not forgotten, but felt it best to allow herself and the Emperor to push it aside like nothing.

"Miss Luminere... I... am truly sorry for my behavior earlier it was... most... uncharacteristic and impolite of me to stare." Luxanna turned fully toward Tsubine and blinked a couple times. She wasn't sure how to feel at the moment. For one, this was the Emperor's apology. Shed accept it, though not just because she was the Emperor, but because she had been through enough and didn't need that on her shoulders. At the same time, she was embarrassed by the situation, but also curious and flattered that the Emperor was apparently entranced by her backside. It wasn't every day that someone can't look away from your underwear. Luxanna took in a deep breath and smiled as she let it out. "All is forgiven. I must admit it was a shock, but also flattering to know that apparently... I've got a nice ass." Luxanna decided to tease the Emperor a bit. She only hoped that the teasing would be taken nicely, not offensively. She didn't exactly want to be on bad terms with Tsubine, which reminded her...

"There was something you were going to say to me... before Serenity came stumbling into the dining room. Do you mind if I ask what it was?"

"I can not say whether it was a nice one or not... I have not seen too many that were not my relatives'." Hmph. Well that sucks. She had actually enjoyed the unintentional compliment that was given when the Emperor had so intently started at her backside. Though, it was interesting to hear the Emperor had not seen many. Luxanna didn't think Tsubine would have many lovers, but she figured the woman would have at least had one or two to compare it to. Either way, it wasn't that big of a deal and she'd rather pass the awkwardness by, so it was time to move on from the ass conversation. Bringing up Tsubine's implied question from before, Luxanna waited to see what she was actually going to be asked and was a little surprised when she realized what it was.

"I... would like you to accompany me to Arcadia to see their leader. I have yet to meet their Queen, so my word alone in trying to convince them of the truth of the situation behind Eira... simply would be insufficient. So, someone like yourself, who could use the Noir's credentials to further amplify your credibility..." Luxanna blinked a couple times in confusion when Tsubine held out her hand. "...it would help clear her name much more easily. Besides, I feel as though you would be a very fun 'travel buddy' as I hear it is called." Ah. That's what she meant by that. Luxanna smiled back to the Emperor and reached out, gently taking Tsubine's hand in her own and shaking it. "Of course, Emperor. I have no problem going along with you." Luxanna pulled her hand back, but then had to bring something up, "Though that does make me wonder... Do you really know nothing of Miss Verdant?" There was nothing wrong with it, but it was just a little odd.

If Tsubine inquired about who Serenity really was, then Luxanna would explain with the following: "Do you remember the plague that swept through Arcadia a few years back? Anyone with the slightest amount of Arcana was constantly having it eaten away and it caused a massive amount of pain. The worst part of C.A.E is the fact that it doesn't kill you. You live forever in pain that intensifies over time unless it's some how eradicated... That's what Serenity did. I'm not sure, but I feel the same way she just saved your sister is the same way she saved thousands of people from that disease. But the information that would be relevant to this... is the fact that... well, Serenity is said to have trained under Queen Aranhartte herself." If Tsubine were not to inquire (or after the explanation), then Luxanna would shrug it off and continued on, "I'd feel bad if we asked Serenity along with us for that. She hasn't been home in quite some time and I had already pulled her to the side once... I think it's about time the woman goes home. If we call on her again, I know she will not hesitate to come; it's just how she is."

"Shall we return to the dining room?" Luxanna asked and then motioned respectively toward the dining room in a sort of "lead the way" manner. She'd follow the Emperor back to the dining room. Upon their entry, they'd find that their food was already ready and both Eira and Serenity were sitting there waiting for them, though Serenity took no shame in taking a small bite of a buttered roll. Her stomach could probably be heard from across the palace. Once the Emperor sat down, then and only then would Luxanna sit down. After being told they could eat, then and only then did the other three really start eating, even though one roll of the green haired woman's plate had been devoured the moment the food had arrived at the table. They just felt that was the most respectable way to go about eating, even if one of them was actually related to Tsubine. Better safe than sorry, right?

It was surprising to hear that Tsubine really did know nothing of Serenity, but it wasn't a big deal. Luxanna gave Tsubine the quick version of Serenity's story and they moved on and ended up in agreement that Serenity should not come along with them. Though Luxanna wanted to allow Serenity to finally be able to return home, Tsubine's thoughts were a little more on point. "I do think it would be trouble to ask her to come along... It is not as if she is dangerous in the sense of an attempt on my life... But, and no offense is meant, she seems to be the type to press a random button simply out of curiosity." Luxanna chuckled and then rubbed her temples while shaking her head, "You have no idea..." She laughed a little bit and the two soon made their way back toward the dining room. Upon arrival, Luxanna noticed the food had arrived and the other two were waiting for the both of them. Once able to, everyone sat down and began eating, but something was a little off.

Eira was fine and Serenity seemed fine as they ate. Eira was enjoying the steak that she had ordered, while Serenity was enjoying some form of pasta. Luxanna took a couple bites, but was trying to remember something. She couldn't help but feel that something was about to go horribly wrong. And then Serenity cleared her throat. Serenity ignored it and took another bite of food. Luxanna was watching her intently and then noticed Serenity cleared her throat and coughed after swallowing. "Serenity..." Luxanna dropped her fork and looked at Serenity in horror. Seeing this, Eira looked to Serenity as well, but saw nothing wrong. "Yeah?" Serenity blinked a couple times, slirpping up a noodle. "Are those yolk-less?" Luxanna asked. "I think so... Are they?" Serenity looked down to her plate and blinked a few times. Suddenly she felt her throat beginning to tighten. She took in a breath and began to wheeze. "What's wrong?" Eira asked when she suddenly saw a scared look on Serenity's face.

"Those aren't yolk-less! Get a doctor NOW!" Luxanna demanded quite loudly at every guard and waitress she saw in the room as she hurried over to Serenity, who began panicking, "She's got a lot of allergies, egg yolks being one of them!" Serenity grabbed onto her throat as it tightened even more, slowly closing her air way and preventing her from breathing. In a panic, she thrashed around and fell backwards out of her chair. Luxanna moved over to her, practically diving to catch Serenity's head from slamming into the ground. "Make them hurry..." Luxanna looked to Tsubine and practically begged her, "If they can't find a doctor, tell them to get to Serenity's room and bring me her bag". Serenity forced in one huge breath, knowing what was about to happen next, and then her throat completely closed. A single tear formed in her eyes as she grabbed onto Luxanna's hand, praying that the doctor would show up on time.

Eira caught that word that Tsubine just used, but was very confused by it. Luxanna understood it, but it wasn't something on her mind at this point. She was concentrating on keeping Serenity still and calm. Unfortunately, not being able to breathe caused a few voluntary and involuntary problems. For one, Serenity kept trying desperately to take a breath of air and each time she failed she began panicking more and more. She felt her chest tightening and began thrashing around a bit more. The doctor came quickly, thank god. As he went over to check Serenity's eyes, he wouldn't exactly be able to since they were rolled up rather far. Her mouth was agape as she tried pulling in air, but was unable to. Her thrashing around was stopped by those holding her down. She didn't even feel the needle pierce her skin because the pain in her chest was much more relevant at the time. Serenity's body suddenly fell still as the last bit of medicine was injected. Normally, this would only take a few seconds.

It wasn't even three seconds later that Serenity's eyes shot open, her back arched, and she took in an extremely deep breath. Rolling over onto her side, she curled up into a ball and did her best to catch her breath. "Ha... ha..." she held her hand over her chest, feeling the tightness loosening up enough for the pain to stop, "I-I'm... not hungry anymore." Though it was a bit of a joke to lighten the mood, Serenity actually was not hungry any more after that. How could she be? She almost died because she forgot that someone else was cooking her meal this time. The chef immediately came to apologize, but Serenity shook her head. "No, no, no, no, no." She said in one breath, sat up, took a deep breath, and then let it out, "I forgot... My fault. I usually cook my own meals and didn't even think about it this time... It's not your fault at all, so please don't feel bad or anything. The food was delicious!" Serenity pushed up a sweet smile toward the chef and then looked toward Luxanna. "What am I going to do with you?" Luxanna asked, shaking her head and sighing, "Next time pay attention to what you're ordering."

"That was a close one..." Eira sighed in relief and then looked to Tsubine, "I assume the doctor was near by for just in case reasons? Nice job, sis." Eira stepped away for a moment and over to a certain maid, "Though next time something like that is happening, don't be an idiot and watch. If you had hesitated for even a moment more, just because you weren't sure whether to listen to Luxanna, you could have killed her." Eira, narrowing her eyes in anger at the woman and leaning in toward her, "Sometimes... it's smarter to just do it." Eira stepped away from the maid and over to Serenity, holding out a hand. "Thank you." Serenity said, taking Eira's hand and being pulled up to her feet. As she came to her feet though, Serenity suddenly became dizzy and stumbled forward. Eira and Luxanna both hurried to catch her and then helped stand her up. "My head hurts..." she said as she was help into a chair, "I think I just want to rest again..." Serenity felt sort of bad. She didn't want to ruin the dinner for everyone, but that seems to be what happened. "I'm sorry everyone..." she said, lowering her head and looking away.