Heyhey! Ready to rp? I'm gonna use Sky and Skyrin (and most likely a handful of other characters) Shall I start, or would you like to start?

(Okay!)
It was a bright sunny day out on the white sandy beach, as clear sparkling water lapped at the surface.
Sky: *was busy building a sandcastle while trying to model it after a certain one*
Skyrin: *Was monitoring his sister from underneath a beach umbrella while reading up a book on different types of gems and minerals*

Sky: *After a little bit of time, had stopped cause she had needed to find a shell to top off the castle decor. She stood up, dusting off her bright pink one piece swimsuit with a cute little skirt to it before dashing off on her mission. Passing by Emily reading the book under the umbrella. She skidded to a stop, deciding to be friendly as usual.* Hai there! My name's Sky! Whatcha reading there?

Skyrin: *sighed, snapping his book shut and getting up to go follow his pink loving sister over to see who she decided to bother now. He was just wearing a pair of sky blue swim trunks* Hey. Sorry if Sky here bothered someone pretty like you. It's just in her nature. *smiles in a friendly, but apologetic manner*

Sky: *blinks before huffing* and this is Skyrin, my boring, not exciting brother.

Skyrin: *glares at sky* Har har, very funny Sky. *he blinks at the volleyball as he turned his attention to the voice, tilting his head* I'm guessing thats either you friend, or sister. Well. Your both definitely pretty, that's for sure.
Sky: Heehee, he only compliments people when he wants to be friendly, flirting is his way of being nice. Don't mind him- OH! It that a volleyball!?" *she whipped around before squealing in excitement and dashing over* can I join in on the fun!?
Skyrin: SKY! Ugh... well. She's right. I don't plan on finding anyone as I have my reasons... and a job to keep an eye on Sky here and see her off happy with someguy. *chuckles, shaking his head* though, I definitely know a guy who'd love to meet a girl like you... you seem like a soft-spoken one. *he shifts to sit down beside Emily, but made sure personal space was respected, even he liked his space* So. How are you on this nice day today?

Skyrin: *blinks in thought* huh. Nice. You both share similar names. But nice to know your doing alright. *grins* by the way, wanna go head out for a swim? They say some sunlight and sea salt water is usually good for the skin. *he gestures to the water*
Sky: *joins in playing volleyball*

Skyrin: Awesome! *gets up while offering a hand to help Emily up* no need to wait intill the sun sets and it gets cold out.
Sky: *Continues to play volleyball along with Emma*

Skyrin: *releases her hand once she's up and gestured her along, running for the watery embankment of the beach. Thinking it'd be wonderful to get outta of the bright sun into the cool water. He screeched and jumped back however once he realized how cool the water was.*

Sky: *continues to play along*

Skyrin: Yeah. Unfortunately, it is. Welp. No need trying to let the cold stop us. *he took a deep breath and then sprinted out into the water while diving in, spraying droplets of water everywhere, surfacing a few moments later, teeth chattering* w-well that's one way to try and fail to stop the cold... I guess it was too... cool for me. Kelp, i'm already in now. *grins, trying to make some sort of puns to lighten the mood*

Sky: *continues to play volleyball*

(Eeeep! Im sorry! I was busy today doing some things and all that!)

Skyrin; *grins before swimming farther out* You'll get used to it once you stay in long enough!
Sky: *continues playing volleyball*

Skyrin: *blinks, glancing out far across the waters before squinting* Huh... that's strange... i'd expect more people to be out here today... *glances back to Emily* Hey... do... you feel something is weird about today?...
Sky: *Blinks curiously at a bird swooping by overhead before she noticed a note tied to its ankle. She held out her arm as the bird perched itself as she took off the piece of rolled up paper, unrolling it, she read it *Huh... immediate assistance... needed back at castle... trouble arising on the shores... *her gaze shifted out to the waters her brother and that other girl went off into. Immediately, she scampered over to Emma* Heyhey! Your Emily's sister, Emma? Turquoina's waters are alittle dangerous right now, if you could. Please find her and have my brother guide you back to the castle at the in the middle of the island. *She gave a small worried grin before scampering off into the forests surrounding the beach, finding a urgent need to head back as quick as possible* If the waters are as dangerous as they say... gonna need to get some troops out there, and fast... have everyone evacuate as soon as possible... don't need anyone being attacked around here and kidnapped or anything... *She found it too common that she was inviting people she met into the castle, but what did they expect from her?*

Skyrin: *glances back to shore* mmm... maybe we should head back... *glances up to see the sky filled with gray clouds blocking the sun* something tells me that it's incredibly bad to stay out here *gestures and starts to swim back*
Sky: *bolted through the town and started up the hill*

Skyrin: *makes it back to shore a few moments later, glances to Emily, then out across the water. Distinctive shapes seemed to loom upon the horizon. Glances around frantically for Sky, realizes shes not there* oh boy... wait... sshe must've... dangit... could've atleast waited and told me... *growls under his breath*
Sky: *makes way up hill and past the gates*

Skyrin: *glances up* this I your sister... huh. Anyways, something tells me a invasion is about to go down... from what I can see off in the distance like that, I think I need to head back to the castle... orders need to be given. *turns to Emily and Emma* I think you guys would do best heading back to the castle along with me. It'll be safer.

Sky: *makes it in and starts to instruct orders to different knights*

Skyrin: *sighs* come along along. *starts strodding along into the forest, glancing around cautiously, he felt like they were being watched however.*
Sky: *starts commanding knights out*

(Ahhh! Okayokay! I'm back again! I'm sorry I take long to reply!)

Skyrin: *moves along at a rather quick pace* if we take that special shortcut, we could be there quicker, but no need. *shakes head* walking and taking the normal route is only the smartest option for now. Since it involves going along the border of the kingdom, and thats not safe.

After enough walking, they finally arrive
Skyrin: *glances up at the blue castle, sighing in relief that the white and blue walls of the castle were still kept in excellent condition* welp. We're here. *he nods briskly and gestures the girls along only to be stopped by the gate guards* Wah?! Hey! How dare you stop me! *he glares at a particular infernape* Mac! Come on!... oh wait. *he glanced back to the sisters* oh. They're with me.
Mac: *grins slightly* they are? Oh. Well. Mind my manners, you three come on in. And Skyrin! I didn't know you'd bring two beautiful guests along. I'd love to meet them later once this mess is over... *wags his eyebrows before resuming original stoic posture*
Skyrin: *sighs* yeah. Sure dude. We'll see. *glances back to the sisters* Anyways come along. We haven't much time to lose. If any case, i'm suspecting this threat is gonna surround the whole island... and I doubt they won't take any prisoners.

(Don't mind my horribly bad disappearance off of colors! If your still here and willing to rp with me, i'd be glad to continue it! ;u; But i'll leave the post here!)

Mac bowed as he grinned happily from the kiss on the cheek before glancing to Skyrin,
"Yeah dude, what IS this threat?" he asked the sylveon curiously, crossing his arms.

Skyrin raised an eyebrow,
"Oh gee. Someone is getting alot of attention from ladies today..." he snickered under his breath. Mac's chance with girls were usually zero to negative one. He blinked before sighing,
"Pirates. Since we are on a multi- chain island, and no where close to land for some miles out, pirates think its great to attack this kingdom. We are the mining kingdom afterall..." He sighed as he gestured the girls along while glancing to Sky,
"Go fetch Adrianna, Sam, and Sakura, they'll be more then happy to be in a good tussle again." He glanced to the two sisters analyzing them for a second,
"Actually. Do you two know how to fight? Not saying that you'll have to, but it's always great to have some help out on the field."
Mac gasped,
"Skyrin no! You can't let ladies go out into battle like that! What if they get hurt?" He yelped in concern.

(ouo/))

Skyrin blinked before humming quietly,
".... i see. Alright. When Sky comes back, she and.... well. Mac i guess can lead you both into the castle for safety and protection then." He tilted his head curiously at the name,
"Is... Satora possibly another kingdom far off?" he asked, tilting his head.
Sky soon came back with a Primarina, a Floatzel, and Samurott following close behind her.
"I've fetched them!" She chirruped happily. Seemed she had changed outfits from a pink bathing suit to her signature pink gem embroidered dress along with a pair of pink gloves. She glanced to the two, then to Mac,
"Well. Come along! We don't have time to waste!" She grinned before whirling around and making her way into the castle.
Mac grinned before falling into step beside Emily and Emma, to follow through on his promise to protect them. He gazed around the castle,
"This is possibly one of the most expensive kingdoms around! It's hard to get a place around on this island. Walls with tiny little gems in them, shiny polished marble floors. The royals are a bunch of stuck-up snooty jerks once you meet em!" He avoided a glare from Sky and continued on talking about the kingdom in his hopes to impress the two.

Skyrin sighed at his sister's personality in such a time like this before turning to the Primarina,
"Adrianna, i'm gonna need you, Sakura, Sam, and some of the few Aviation knights to go and handle the pirates. I'm sure there's a few of them already out by the shorelines. I.... have other matters to deal with quickly in the kingdom."

Adrianna, who looked very stoic, nodded before turning to the two other water types, and silently made her way down to the sandy beach.

(of course of course! c: Goodnight!)

Mac nodded his head,
"I'll try that once this problem is over!" he grinned before giving the girls a onceover.... only to be knocked over with a painful slap to the face.
"NO! YOU DON'T LOOK AT GIRLS LIKE THAT." Sky hissed angrily before turning to the two and blinking,
"Would you like to come to my room? I know i have tons of dresses that you could choose from and change into! The castle can be quite chilly. I'll even have some tea and sweets delivered in! We can have a little tea party!" She squeaked excitedly. Seemed like she never really had any of those much since she was assigned to be a Queen.

Sky smiled, then glanced to Mac, sniffing,
"I guess you can join us. But don't get funny ideas." She grumbled before whirling around and leading the way to her room. After a trip up a couple flight of stairs, she stopped infront of a door that looked different then the rest of the normal blue. It was pink. A bright candy pink. She grinned, pushing the door open and walked in to.... a incredibly pink room. Everything was just pink. Pink bed, carpets, dresser, walls, closet. She stepped in before walking to her closet door and opened it, revealing a walk in closet. Inside, it was different from her room. Dresses in different styles and colors were hung up neatly and arranged by color in the closet. Other little things like bracelets, necklaces, and other accessories were also arranged. She turned around,
"Take your pick! Any pick! Whatever suits your liking!" It was a life collection afterall. Skyrin had told her she needed to sell some of the dresses so she could actually have more of her own personal funds then what she had.
Mac whistled innocently as he strolled into the room, glancing around,
"Why am I not surprised by this?" He muttered under his breath, glancing around the pink room before scuttling over to the closet
"I hope you don't mind me just.... standing here. I'm supposed to protect you two afterall!" He gave an innocent grin, only for the door to slam in his face.
"You can keep watch outside. Order some tea and pastries to be carted to the queen's room." Sky sniffed.

(Sorry sorry! I ended up getting very sick yesterday! I'll post a reply in alittle bit!)

Sky nodded happily,
"Yesyes! Please do! I have alot already. I've been told to get rid of some of it. Pick whichever makes you happy!" She glanced to Emily, tilting her head,
"Ah? If she likes puffy dresses too, then i'll have to take a visit sometime! Make some trades and agreements even possibly!" It was always great for kingdoms to flourish and grow.... it'd give her an excuse to leave her own kingdom for a week. Exploring was always fun. She peered around for a moment before sighing,
"Don't mind Mac. He's probably one of the more.... weirder guys once you know him well. He'd be happy to sit in here and watch you get dressed."

Outside the door, Mac was mumbling something about royals being snooty and jerky before telling something to a maid.

(Thank you! c:)

Sky clapped childishly as she bounced off her bed,
"Prettypretty!" She squeaked, her tail wagging as she glanced to the door,
"You can come in now Mac." She chirruped, crossing her legs.
The infernape opened the door and pushed in a cart, loaded with an assortment of teas in teapots and pastries on plates. He peered over to Emily and Emma as he grinned,
"Two marvelously beautiful girls dressed up nicely." He chuckled, stepping around the cart and walking over, hands behind his back.
Sky sniffed,
"Try anything funny Mac and I swear, I'll have you all dolled up in a dress." She muttered as she closed the door and nudged the cart to the center of the room. She sighed happily at the sweet smell that wafted through the room, taking a plate and setting two crispy croissants on the plate, then set some fluffy meringues onto the plate as well. Then put two cupcakes on the side. She grabbed a cup and poured some black tea into it before stepping back and taking a seat on the floor,
"Please. Eat to your desires."

Sky nodded,
"Please! Its no problem at all! We never really get an opportunity to sit down and do comforting things like this! We only got a chance out at the beach because it was a free day for us. Its usually just paperwork, meet with citizens and others from other kingdoms on important matters." She frowned slightly, peering out the window as she took a silent sip from her cup. Just off in the distance, barely small dots, were what she assumed were her soldiers fighting about. She sighed as her head dropped,
"Anywho. Why don't you tell us about yourselves? Its great getting to know things about others."

Mac grinned and nodded,
"Yes! Please do! It IS always nice getting to know things about our lovely guests.... especially when they're females..." he purred as he made his way to the carts and fixed himself a plate,
"I hope you don't mind I grab something, I DO work everyday for a demanding Queen and MUCH nicer King." He once again, avoided a death glare from Sky as he piled his plate up.

Sky set down her cup as she tilted her head,
"Ah.... does sound much different. But probably much more exciting." She tapped her chin thoughtfully,
"What is your job? It certainly doesn't sound very nice or wonderful to work at." She murmured. Taking a bite from a croissant and sighed happily at the flaky buttery texture and flavor... if only they added that extra dump of sugar. Then again, they did hire new chefs this month... so they didn't know her personal favorite details just yet.
"Though that is interesting. Having four children in one day... as I said, i'd definitely love to take a visit and meet them all!" she winced at the thought of how painful that sounded giving birth.
Mac who was practically stuffing his face in a less.... elegant and refined manner compared to the girls, blinked and glanced up, swallowing,
"Definitely sounds much more interesting! Then again, fighting and protecting lives everyday is also a great honor!" He grinned, leaning back against the wall.
"I'm sure if the job isn't great... you could possibly find a better one that makes you happier and suit your needs? Ladies such as you should be happy with what you do." He sounded genuinely concerned for them.

Sky and Mac both frowned.
"Even if the pay is good. Like he said. I'm sure theres something much better you both could be doing?... Could your friends possibly hook you up with a better job since they're royalty and all?..." she leaned back, licking the icing off the cupcake.

Mac shook his head,
"Shame shame.... you two beautiful ladies could be doing MUCH better work more fit for you both... not having to slave away in such a dirty and bad place like that..."

Mac crossed his arms,
"Hmph... horrible. Just horrible." He seemed disappointed that they had to work a job like that... especially where bad and horrible guys would go for a show.... though.....

Sky glanced over to Mac as she raised an eyebrow,
"Don't try to act all innocent and goody-two-shoes." She deadpanned before turning her attention back to the girls,
"Hrmm... well... no support from parents or anything?" This information really did upset her. Understandable, but there could always be more jobs around possibly. Her gaze turned to the window again as she jolted forward in surprise at the large amount of smoke she was seeing off in the distance,
"Oh geez.... don't tell me they've...." the pattering noises she heard in the hallway along with wails and screams only frightened her further. She quickly made a bolt for the closet as she got her whip into hand.
"You two. Please stay back, I feel as if this isn't turning out too well..." Sky muttered.
Mac took out his blade as he slowly made his way to the door,
"Sky please. You shouldn't be trying to fight. If anything, you should be taking these two to safely. You know where to go." He gestured to the floor.

Mac shook his head, grinning,
"Please. Don't worry about me. I've been through this plenty of times. Just follow the Queen's orders. Can't let two lovely women and the queen get hurt." He nodded to Sky, as if relying on her to make sure they didn't get hurt.

Sky nodded as she crouched down, patting the pink carpet before tugging, a large portion of the carpet came up to reveal a underground tunnel,
"A system of tunnel networks that only close royals and others know about. We'll just stay inside and possibly make our way to the backside of the kingdom if anything bad happens." She gave a brief nod to Mac before gesturing to the two,
"You two first. I'll explain what's going on once we're down."

Mac gave them a grim grin,
"I'll try my best." He didn't know how many of them were out there... he didn't know how good one of him could fight against like more then two.

Sky gave a confident nod to Mac before climbing her way down the tunnel via the ladder. She closed the trap door before sighing and turning to the girls in the dark. It.... was kinda to see them however. She closed her eyes and a bright pink light sparked from her before it faded away into a dim glowing one. She winced the banging noises that came from above along with yelling and clanking noises.
"Come on. Let us get away from here quick..." she murmured quietly, moving briskly,
"So. For awhile, we had an increased amount of attacks from pirates. We've fended them off multiple times, but I dunno why its suddenly so bad now.... they couldn't have happened to have.... brought more forces?..." she sighed sadly, shaking her head. Where was Skyrin even?! He should of been in the castle as well.... with pirates attacking, her brother no where to be found, she didn't know the conditions and healths of her knights.... this was stressful.

(Im here now! I took a nap after school!)

Sky peered back as she chuckled tiredly, shaking her head,
"No.... not at all. It seemed to be a more bi-weekly thing. Small attacks were made. They were easily defeated and they retreated. There is surely no way they could of somehow came back with stronger reinforcements. You'd think they wouldn't have any..." her voice faltered off as her shoulders slumped. The occasional faint dull thumping noise from above could be heard. What was she doing running away like some coward while everyone else above had to suffer?.... She sighed heavily. The only thing she could do right now was keep moving, get out to a safer place, and find out the conditions of everyone at that time. Eventually, they made it to a dead end, supported by a ladder going up. She glanced up,
"Well. We're here..." it was only hope that nothing bad was on this side of the island.

Sky glanced back to Emma,
"I honestly don't know at this point... either they may or they may not...." she whispered quietly as she slowly started to make her way up the ladder. Risk was worth taking. She paused and listened for a moment, it was silent.... there couldn't possibly be anything up there?... She slowly pushed open the trap door and let in light and a gust of air. She peered around with wide eyes,
"Its.... empty?" She turned her gaze to the clear shoreline. Despite the faint noises off in the distance, this side of the island seemed safe. She got up and out before glancing to the girls,
"I believe we're safe...." she looked relieved.... unbeknownst to them, someone seemed to be watching them from the undergrowth of the trees in a curious manner.

Sky's expression turned grim,
"I only hope everyone is okay.... though, the sounds aren't reassuring..." she murmured quietly, twiddling her thumbs. She walked out to the water and peered around,
"We can't stick around here for too long... where's that boat?...."
The bushes started to suddenly rustle violently as there was giggling noises.

Sky glanced to the bushes as she squinted. She prepped her whip, unrolling it. She slowly stepped torwards it only to jump away, squeaking.
A not-all-too-threatening shiny Zorua lept from the bushes, decked out in pirate gear.... the only problem was that it wasn't REAL pirate gear. They also didn't look to be nowhere near the age of an adult. The opposite actually, looked more like a kid. The Zorua grinned and waved its wooden sword, as if trying to intimidate them,
"Aye! I've caught myself some treasure! You three are coming with me!"definitely looked like it was with the pirates though.
Sky's expression dropped as she squinted at this.... shorty who tried to threaten them.
"You don't look so.... mean and scary...." of what she thought was going to be something big and bad, this sure wasn't meeting her high expectations....
Maybe she needed to stop thinking like a Turquoinian for a day.....

The Zorua blinked before stomping its foot angrily,
"HEY. Why aren't none of you scared?! I'm a real pirate! You should be terrified of me!" It hissed. Then turned to Emma and Emily,
"You two should be scared of me! You guys don't what i'm capable of!"
Sky raised an eyebrow,
"Like?"
The zorua grinned mischievously,
"I can always call my buddies over. Then maybe they'll know I'm so useless! I know how to fight! Don't think I don't! They never taught you to never judge a book by its cover?"

(Im here now. Fell asleep on accident c':)

Zorua's expression brightened up by alot by watching their expressions,
"Good! You should be feeling that way!" He grinned again. Crossing his arms and laughing.

Sky frowned,
"Oh... your right. That might be a problem won't it?..." she tilted her head as she pulled the rope off her whip with a pop. Tucking the handle away, she moved forward slowly, with full intention of tying this kid up.
At that moment, three older and bigger looking guys compared to the Zorua suddenly appeared. Now THEY looked like the real deal. The leader of them, a zoroark, stepped forward,
"Oohoho. I guess you aren't so useless after all Squirt. You do know how to find something!" He turned his attention to Sky, then to Emma and Emily,
"Normally. We wouldn't take any prisoners.... but you found three special ones. The Queen herself and those two ladies.... those two..." his voice faded off as he lowered his eyes, chuckling. He glanced back to his men,
"Apprehend them and tie em' up!"
The two men, obliged to the order as the stepped forward slowly, preparing the rope.
Sky's eyes widened as she muttered something under her breath,
"Dangit!" She knew there was something wrong with loitering about and dealing with this kid for too long! She grinded her teeth, stepping back quickly. She was practically out of options! She might of been able to pull this off if her brother was here, but her alone against three- probably 4?! She didn't think Emma and Emily would be so willing to fight either...

(Im here now! Just spent mothers day up yesterday and im heading home from school right now! I'll reply when I get home!)

The zoroark shook his head,
"I'm sorry. Not hurting is not in our vocabulary..." he grinned a wide grin, only to yelp and stumble forward from a sharp piercing pain in his back. His gaze snapped back and his eyes lowered, snarling,
"Why you little!"

It was that Primarina from earlier, brandishing a rapier. Despite the minor few scratches and wounds she had been awarded with through fighting, she was still up and going. Beside her was Skyrin, who seemed to be in a much worse condition then she was in. She turned her attention to the three behind the pirates before lowering her eyes in disapproval,
"It's not nice to treat ladies like that. No wonder why you swines are single." She sniffed before brandishing her other rapier in her other hand.
"King please. Stand back. Your absolutely in no condition to be even attempting to fight."
The zoroark growled,
"Ugh- get her!" He hissed angrily to his men as he shoved Squirt torwards the girls.
The small Zorua stumbled over before he glanced up and grinned,
"If you three were smart. You'd follow orders and do as I say!" He chirruped before gesturing to the now apparent boat behind them.
"Get on! Quickly!"

Skyrin who was busy trying to cover some stomach wound, glanced up at the Primarina,
"I-I think i'll be f-fine....!" he wheezed out weakly before plopping to the ground and groaning. He didn't seem to be in any condition to move at this point.

The Primarina casted Skyrin a concerned glare before lunging her way into battle. 3 against 1 wasn't was super easy task, but it wasn't hard either. sword clashed against sword as she blocked a hit from one of the swords with her own. Grunting, she shoved them away forcefully with a foot to the stomach. She then turned around to fight the other one.

Sky squealed loudly in horror and surprise,
"Brother!" She squealed loudly before glancing down angrily at the Zorua, tears pricking the corners of her eyes,
"You really think i'm gonna listen to some little pipsqueak like you!?" She shrilled before yelping at the sword that prodded her side.
"C'mon! All three of you! Get a move on!" Squirt yelped, wagging his sword at Sky, Emma, and Emily, then torwards the boat. He had to get them away from all of this while they were busy fighting! He had to prove himself!

The Zorua flailed his arms,
"NO! Your supposed to listen to me!" He yelped angrily. Was it because of his young age? That he couldn't condemn to having everyone listen to him like his brother did?! This was practically unacceptable! He turned to his wounded pirate zoroark of a brother as he moved to his side,
"They won't listen to me! You don't understand-" he paused at the voice. Frowning,
"This isn't gonna be good..." he whispered quietly, shivering. He's seen this plenty of times in those drama plays!

Sky quickly glanced around before making her way briskly after the others to her brother's side. He seemed to be lolling off into a state of unconsciousness.
"Please don't give up on us yet rinrin! We're here now!" She wailed. Out of her unfortunate state, she didn't know alot about healing and medicine! If only....
Primarina looked around suspiciously as she deflected a blow that grazed her arm,
"Whoever you are, I hope your joining this side of 1. 3 is already enough!" She snarled angrily, jabbing forward and catching one of the zoroark's lankies in the side. Where were half of her knights when she needed them to be defending the island?! Off slacking somewhere!? A certain group was getting something 'nice' when this was over....
The zoroark glared at his brother before glancing around, sneering,
"Even if you do happen to take them out, theres still many more of us! Half of them are injured compared to us! 2 against three isn't much against almost an island full!" He winced, before grinning and leaning back.

The zoroark sneered,
"You sure that's not you trying to boost your ego buttercup?"
The zorua however, knew a threat when he spotted one. His pupils shrunk to tiny dots as he got up,
"Brother no! We should really just get outta here! It's too dangerous!" He wailed only to yelp as he got knocked away.
The zoroark stumbled to his feet as she readied his scimitar in his hand,
"Alrighty then pretty boy, lets see you dance." He lunged forward torwards Bly.
The primarina raised an eyebrow,
"Huh. More swordspeople. Wonder when we'll see axes and hammers...." she pondered, swiftly spinning out the way of a sword that was inches away from her stomach before bringing her leg up and knocking the weapon to the ground. She then proceeded to kick the weapon away before turning to the pirate she was fighting, pointing the rapier at his throat,
"You. Out of my kingdom before you never see your family ever again." That threat was enough to chase him away. She only had to deal with this other one. Seemed like that Bly guy had the main one to himself.

Sky glanced to this new guy on the scene before turning to Emily and Emma,
"Is that the Bly your talking about?..." she murmured quietly, grateful for their medical assistance. She gently pat Skyrin's head in some sort of comforting gesture.

Sky tilted her head,
"Cool sword he has there. Reminds me of Adrianna there. Her serious swordplay is like a beautiful dance. Possibly why she seemingly is never seriously wounded when coming from a battle...." she grinned slightly before jumping from the crunching of leaves in the distance.

The primarina dealt off the last pirate with a knee to the stomach, sneering quietly before tucking her two swords into their holders on her belt and turned around to observe this other fight with a blank expression.
The zoroark blinked, confused by where this kid went. But, he noticed his scimitar was practically useless now! He snarled as he tossed the sword aside,
"You shouldn't be playing with little childish cheap items like the one you have there. Maybe actually play by the real rules!" He hissed. Despite that, he was actually kinda intimidated, maybe even impressed alittle. He went through with what he said. Huh. He snorted, glancing around before his eyes widened,
"Wh- where'd they go!?" HE was practically outnumbered! He winced and stepped back,
"Grr... i'll be back.... don't think yout do high and mighty cause you have a pretty little sword." He sneered before quickly making a getaway to the boat... without his brother.

Sky sighed in deep relief... but what about the rest of the island.
"My greatest deepest graditude...." she smiled before her gaze shifted to the zorua, who looked horrified at his situation. She... felt kinda bad for him, his brother leaving him and all....
"Hmm... we'll keep him. Maybe guide him on a better path then what he's on." She turned her attention to who was approaching.... it was an audino.
The audino glanced around at the scene before glancing to Skyrin, his face was practically expressionless,
"Skyrin running around and doing stupid things to try and save his sister. Good guy." Its voice was deep, making the audino out to be a guy. He glanced to Sky, then to the guests,
"Sky. The pirates are clearing out from the island. Alot of the Turquoinian guards are returning back to their posts... though some are wounded, some guests and servants in the castle also need tending to. But very few casualities. One knight is gone and another has brutal injuries. Overall, none of them are seriously hurt."

Adrianna frowned before she turned around and briskly made her way off,
"Thanks for the check in Doitzu."
Sky sighed in relief, the pirates were leaving.... but so many people were injured.... and just... her shoulders slumped. She didn't even know which one of her knights were gone, never to serve again! This really hurt her on the inside... how was she supposed to look as a queen?... she shook her head, the stress was coming back,
"Thanks.... Doitzu.... your never fazed by anything.... but. How did you find us?..."
The audino shrugged,
"Sensitive hearing." He then turned his attention to Skyrin as he crouched down to carefully observe him.

After a moment, Doitzu sighed and rested back onto his bottom "He's definitely not in a good condition to be trying to run around and have fun, but he's fine. He'll heal up, just needs to rest and chill. Maybe a change of banages every day." Ointments and pastes would also be good.

Sky sighed in relief. There was one person she didn't have to worry intently for. Yet there were still many more. She rose to her feet and dusted off her dress of the dirt, sand, and grass that had made its way onto it.
"Well. The kingdom is possibly clear... if you'd like to make the trip with me back to the castle. Then you may..." she glanced to Doitzu before she leaned over to try and hoist the unconscious Skyrin to his feet and balance his weight against her. She seemed to be struggling with this however. Skyrin was kind of heavy for the size she was.

(Sorry! There we go! c:)

Sky glanced over to Bly before smiling,
"Thanks." She then glanced back to Emma and Emily before giving them a nod of gratitude. Then started to walk along slowly. Torwards the castle first. She could check the town afterwards. She needed to get Skyrin in and comfortable first.
Doitzu trailed along beside Sky, giving Bly and his sword occasional glances. He didn't know what it was, but there was something weird about him. His hearing wasn't the only thing that was on point. He possessed some pretty good senses. Especially common sense.
More people needed it.....

Once they reached the castle, many of the absent knights seemed to have acknowledged their return. A bandaged floatzel approached quickly as she looked surprised,
"Queen Sky! Your safe! Is King Skyrin alright?!" She looked horrified at his condition.
"Please. I'll take him to his room! You can take the guests around if you please... but do check up on everyone." She moved forward to haul Skyrin off of Sky and Bly and steadied him against her before quickly making way back off into the castle while calling some of the maids to her side.

Sky blinked,
"Oh- oh! Okay!... thanks Sakura!" She waved to the floatzel before turning around to the others.
"I'd like to check in on Mac first... we did leave him alone to fight in my room afterall..."

Sky nodded and made her way into the castle, around, there were maids and guests throughout the hallway resting on the ground, busy trying to wrap up any minor scratches and wounds. They looked happy to see her safe however. She winced and waved hesitantly to them before slowly making her way up the flight of stairs to her room. The door was open and there were multiple maids inside yelling and panicking at each other. Sky gulped. Whenever there were a group of them, that usually meant it wasn't good.
"Oh goodness...." She whispered quietly as she shifted forward.
Doitzu already knew what it was before they could even make their way into the room, it was obvious what it was.... it wasn't death, thats for sure. It was only something Mac would do....

Sky peered in the room and yelped in surprise at the sight. It wasn't quite what she was expecting to see? Mac was laid out on the floor, unconscious. He seemed like he suffered very few battle wounds, but the maids seem to be fretting greatly over this,
"Eh?..." she didn't understand?? He seemed like he fought off the threat, so why was he conscious?

Doitzu stepped in and squinted. Just what he expected. He wasn't going to say anything though. Leave that to everyone else to react over.

(Yup! Just working on some end-of-year projects!)

Sky poked Mac a couple of times in the cheek.... there was no reaction at first.... then a cheeky smile slowly started to make its way onto his face. She squinted and backed away,
"Your.... not really unconscious are you?..." She grumbled, crossing her arms. Here they all were, worrying about him, and he was acting!... well, she didn't believe Doitzu was worried. He never seemed to worry.
Mac opened one eye as he directed his gaze to Sky,
"Oh dear poor Queen! I've finally awaken after a horrible coma!" He sat up and snickered before wincing from the wounds.
"But i am pretty beaten up though. Gonna need some treatment after that one. But i'm sure they'll think twice before coming back." He glanced to Emma and Emily before grinning again,
"I see you two are looking as beautiful as ever. Which means you didn't get hurt!" He chirped happily.
Sky and Doitzu groaned. He was back to his old shenanigans again. Even the maids seemed a little bit displeased, but none the less, they started to flood out of Sky's room.

(Just finishing up the last of the projects- still got a couple more things to do however for them!)

Mac blinked wide-eyed in surprise when Emma hugged him. He's never really been hugged by a girl too much before?? Usually, he was rejected. So this was something new for him.... He seemed frozen for a bit before gently patting her back comfortingly and chuckling,
"Of course i'm alright, I wouldn't willingly let myself die when i promised to protect you two.... and that promise is still standing as far as i'm concerned."
Sky raised an eyebrow,
"Geez...." She mumbled before glanced to the maids,
"Wait, If it isn't him. Then where's the brutally injured knight and our.... brave departed knight?" She looked upset and concerned about this matter. She needed to find this out right now.
The maid blinked before dipping her head,
"They're down by the beachside... They're supposed to be bringing him in."

Mac frowned slightly as he tightened his hold on her,
"I would of came... I really would of. I could've escaped with you, but I didnt. Running away is a cowardly thing for a knight to do when they should be defending their kingdom from anything bad that comes across it..." he felt really bad... Sky frowned,
"Then i'll wait... Doitzu, you should go help the maids nurse Skyrin. You do have a thing with medicine and healing afterall." Doitzu blinked before scratching the back of his head,
"I guess your right." He turned around as he made his way down the hallway.
Squirt seemed almost determined on running away from these crazy people who seemed intent on keeping him here. He wasn't going to let them! Just when he started to take a step away, he froze and glanced up to Bly before pokerfacing and standing his place.... maybe he'd try later.... or maybe his brother would come back for him?....

Mac blinked as his eyes widened,
"T-together? As in like... friends? Or.... more then friends?" He most certainly wasn't expecting this? All he's ever had throughout his life was being rejected by girls over and over, no matter how much he tried... and here was Emma, willing to hug and all. It made him feel.... happy.

Squirt winced before glancing away,
"I don't have parents as far as I know.... the only person who ever watched me was brother...." he mumbled, crossing his arms. He was sure.... he'd come back to get him??? Hopefully??? He ignored his stomach's protests. He wasn't taking food from these people, how'd he know they were trying to hurt him or something?
"I-i'm not hungry. They treat me perfectly fine...."

(Ahh.. I am now. I've finished about a good two of them, got another one to go! Then it's studying for exams ;u; after this week, i'll be home free!)

Mac grinned widely before he frowned alittle,
"Oooo! Of course!.... Wait... what about your sister though?..." it didn't seem like Emily was the one to be in a relationship... and he just wanted to be sure... he liked them both... but he could adapt and like one much better...

Squirt huffed,
"N- yes! Yes he does do all of that! He cares about me and will be back soon to get me!" He didn't sound so sure of himself honestly. Bur he wasn't going to give up his trust to them like that.
"I don't want anything!" He yelped before crossing his arms and turning his gaze to his feet.

(Suffering. c': too many expectations from the teacher. But i'm almost done. I should be able to reply tonight! Or in alittle bit when im ready to take this break!)

Mac tapped his chin,
"Maybe... you could talk to her?..." but glanced over to the scene as he blinked,
"O-oh... Maybe.... now might not be the time?" He murmured in concern. Who was this kid even?...

Squirt bit his lip as he squeezed his hands into fist as if bracing himself,
"No!- I mean, YES! He does do all of that! H-he cares for me and loves me! He'll.... He'll!......" His voice trailed off as he started to whimper whimpered and tear up. He glanced to Bly as he frowned,
"Maybe it would of been better if you did just that! How do I know I can trust any of you!? You could just be trying to turn me against them or get information from me!" He hissed angrily.

(Im here now! Colors was being really laggy?? So I couldn't get on it like I wanted to! I managed to get on now, but its still pretty laggy! ;^;)

Squirt rubbed his eyes as he shook his head,
"I-i've honestly never had any parents.... so I don't even know what any of that is!" He honestly seemed very confused and clueless to what this tucking in, or hugging stuff was... he could never really remember his brother ever mentioning any of that to him... just.. being the best pirate and proving himself to his brother seemed to be all that mattered to him.... he glanced to Bly again,
"Just incase you want to get rid of them once and for all! I won't allow that!" He winced,
"I would prefer if you returned me to them..." but would they even accept him back?

Mac watched as he bit his lip,
"This is rather... saddening... poor kid.... who is he even?...." he wrapped his around Emma tighter as if to hold her close. His gaze flickered to the hallway at the loud noise that came from it followed by loud screaming and yelling.... except it wasn't that they weren't in danger.... he knew that voice....

(YUP! still pretty laggy! But it's not freezing like it used to though-)

Mac shrugged,
"Maybe he does... Maybe someone should mother him or something. Give him a real family so he knows what love is." He blinked before grinning,
"This is what happens when you don't do your duties."
Squirt frowned,
"I've.... never.... had that before..." As before, he didn't really know his parents at all... and his brother didn't really make such an effort to do these... hugs and tucking in.... He didn't know why... maybe was it because it'd soften him up?... He twiddled his thumbs as he glanced down the hallway and yelped when someone flew overhead down the hall. He winced, feeling kinda bad for whoever that was. Must've been punted hard.
"Eitherway... yeah. I've never really... had a mother... or father.... just a brother.... who i guess... didn't think those things were required?..." he guessed he could understand... maybe?....

It was that Primarina from earlier, scolding and yelling at knights who weren't present during the attack,
"DO YOU KNOW HOW MANY INNOCENT CITIZENS, GUEST, AND MAIDS HAVE BEEN INJURED BECAUSE YOUR FOOLISHNESS?! EVEN THE KING HIMSELF! IF YOU AREN'T GONNA PROTECT THIS KINGDOM, THEN WHY ARE YOU KNIGHTS?!" She was absolutely livid, perturbed by the actions of the people she'd been training for months, practically almost a year! She squeezed her hands into fists as she took a deep breath,
"... I want every single one of you to take yourself out to the courtyard right now and stay there intill i get there. If any ONE of you leave, all of you are getting it!" She snarled before quickly making her way down the hall and popping her head into the room,
"Where is he?...." She hissed lowly, glancing around for Mac. He was usually apart of the many who quite literally would possibly slack off if something like this happened! She squinted before her eyes landed on Mac as she squinted,
"You...." She paused as she studied his condition for a moment before easing up slightly,
"You actually did something to protect the kingdom...." There might of been a flicker of expression on her face that showed she was impressed. But she didn't linger long, she made her way down the hallway, looking for other knights who didn't happen to partake in protecting the island.

Mac blinked,
"A father?" He looked a little bit confused. He wasn't exactly.... father material.... but. He could try his best!
"I'll... do my best!" He grinned widely as he crossed his arms, nodding his head. He had this in the bag. He slowly gathered himself to his feet, wincing from the couple of scratches and bruises he obtained. But they'd heal, he didn't need any help. Other people needed it more then him.

Squirt blinked as he rubbed his eyes,
".... a family?... he didn't know such things like aunt and uncle...." he looked alittle bit shocked that they were willingly accepting someone who came from a group of pirates into this.... family. How would they know he wouldn't betray them or something? How could they just openly.... trust him like that?.... but.... his own family. His eyes watered alittle as he wiped them.
Sky popped her head back into the room,
"Everything all good? The little guy has a nice settlement?" Cause she honestly didnt think this kid's brother was coming back for him.... the way he treated him.... "I'd prefer if everyone ate for now... too much happened today. A meal is in order. Follow me to the dining hall." She spun around on her heel and walked off.

Mac jumped up,
"Food?! The rich fancy stuff you royals here to munch on?! Aww yeah! Come on Emma!" He grinned, reaching for her hand and tugging her along.
"Dinner time family!"

Mac seemed to be busy blabbering about the assortments of dinner that they seemingly served.
"If only you took a step into the kitchen, it's like heaven in there! You can practically hear the harp playing!" He seemed to be off and blabbering once again.

Squirt glanced up as he twiddled his thumbs,
"I.... never really had a true name... they just called me Squirt and it stuck with me...." he glanced up as they stopped infront of a large turquoise colored door.
Sky glanced back one more time to make sure they followed before she pushed the doors open to reveal a rather large dining area. One huge table with chairs on all sides of it. A bright blue tablecloth with a large golden stripe down the middle of it with white lacing adorned the table. The chairs themselves matched the table, only the cushions were a darker blue. Sky, sighed, dusting herself off as she rung the bell next to the door. Almost instantly, a maid came out, taking a head count of how many of them there were before making her way over to them,
"Please.... take your seats.... we'll take orders and have them done in no time. Along with drinks and appetizers...." the maid gave them a soft smile as she gestured to the table.
Mac glanced to the maid and nodded before turninghid attention to Emma as he guided her over and pulled out a chair,
"After you, milday~" he purred.

Mac grins before taking his own seat and glancing to Squirt.
"Yeah. Do you want another name? We can definitely give you a new one!"
Squirt seemed to be having trouble getting into the chair, but seemed grateful for Emily's help. He settled down onto the chair as he glanced down,
"Squirt's fine.... i don't need another name...."
Sky frowned,
"Kiddo. You don't need to keep on denying what you don't want. You can be honest. We want to help you." She murmured in concern before glancing to the maid who was beside her,
"I'll take a nice plate of fried shrimps, along with a red velvet cake slice. Buttercream frosting and topped off with some pecans. Make sure the inside is moist please! Also, sparkling peach juice please!"
The maid nodded before turning around and glancing to the others,
"How about you all?"

Mac leaned forward,
"Babyback ribs with barbecue sauce, add a side of broccoli and some of that delicious sparking Cinderella stuff!"

(I've finished exams so school is done! But now i'm busy packing for vacation, so i'll be able to reply later this evening! ;u;)

Squirt shook his head,
"I-it's fine..." he murmured quietly.
"The name is perfectly fine!" He glanced to the maid,
"I don't want anything.... i'm fine."
The maid nodded as she scribbled down orders before glancing up wide eyed at Squirt,
"A-are you sure you don't want anything?...." she murmured quietly, twiddling her thumbs. After a moment, she dipped her head,
"O-of course. Not to spite any of our guests...." she whispered before hurriedly making her way back to the back.
Sky blinked,
"Are you sure you don't want anything?... you must be hungry.... you don't seen like you pirates really eat much...." she murmured in concern.

Mac frowned as he crossed his arms,
"Yeah kiddo. Are you sure? If your hiding it, I won't hesitate to forcefully feed ya." He mumbled. Glancing to Emma.
The maid came back out shortly pushing a cart that held some nicely buttered breads, a small jello cake, and some dipping sauces, along with their drinks. She quickly and silently made her way around, handing out drinks to their respective owners before setting the jello cake and bread on the table. She bowed before quietly retreating into the kitchen.

(I'm sorry I couldn't reply earlier like I was going to! We finished packing, but we were taking a long time to leave and all that, and no internet! ;^;)

Squirt shook his head,
"Uh-uh... i'll be fine!" He gave them a grin before glancing down at his lap.
"I don't need any food....." he ignored his stomach's silent protests. He didn't need anything! Not at all! He was fine.

Mac narrowed his eyes slightly,
"Alright kiddo. Don't think i'm not watching you though...."
Sky seemed to leave the situation be for now, as she was busy scarfing down some big slice of the blue jello cake. She was sure he'd get hungry soon. Cause she could smell the wonderful scents that were coming from the kitchen and filling the room.

(Im here! Sorry! I was kinda busy yesterday and I was spending time with family today! Don't worry!)
Mac nodded as he wrapped an arm around Emma and purred quietly. Sipping from his wine.... dang that stuff was delicious. He wondered why they never served this stuff out to the knights and guests sometimes... or at a cool party.

Squirt growled quietly under his breath. He didn't understand why they were so intent on just accepting him in a snap! Trusting some stranger kid that quickly? Geez... they must've forgotten about stranger danger.... then again... they were definitely alot nicer then the shipmates though....

Soon the maid came waltzing back out in a flourish, pushing the cart infront of her. The ninetales gave a small smile,
"The food is done.... please enjoy the cuisine made and cooked by Turquoina's wonderful chefs." She bowed before passing out the dishes to their respective owners as she did with the drinks. Once she finished. She bowed again to just Sky this time,
"If you need anything... please do ring the bell...." she murmured quietly before retreating back into the kitchen.

Sky waved to the pretty quiet ninetales,
"Will do Melody!" She chirruped.
"Do tell me you'll be there for ballroom waltz practice later today though?!" She yelped after her before licking her lips and digging into her shrimp.
Squirt had to use all his willpower to struggle against calling out for something to eat. He just had to resist!

(Here now! Don't mind me if I disappear tho! Just a plentiful summer and attempting to try and help watch nephews!)

Mac glanced over to Emma as he raised an eyebrow, taking another sip,
"I can definitely do that..... buuuuuuuuut as long as we aren't getting frisky...." he grinned, leaning onto her before reaching for the knife and separating his ribs into smaller pieces.
Sky blinked,
"Mac's not like every other guy when he's drank too much. You gotta get him when hes not under the effect of wine. He's alot more modest then he usually is. Which is alot for someone like him." She shrugged, giving a sheepish grin as she gulped down another shrimp before reaching to finish off the jello cake on the table. Then proceeded to start on her cake slice.

Squirt blinked at the chocolate cake set infront of him as he glanced up with wide eyes. He cringed slightly before shoving the plate away.
"I-i don't want it! Eat your cake! Please!" He yelped angrily,
"I don't need anyone's pity or kindness! I don't deserve it so stop showing it to me!"

Sky stared at Bly with a blank face as she watched her table get cracked. She wondered how much it would take to fix that.... or get it replaced. That was a perfectly expensive material! She sighed, ruffling her bright red hair.
"I'm hoping that's not gonna go unnoticed...." she grumbled quietly before resuming to stuff pieces of her cake into her mouth.

Mac casted a blank look Sky's way,
"Why would you ever think that we'd do something so..... out of bounds? Only clingy overly attached couples would do that on the first day they've met." He flicked his hand as if to dismiss the situation, leaning over and pecking Emma's cheek.

Squirt frowned slightly, turning his gaze to his lap.... he wasn't wrong....
"Who's..... this person your talking about?... i'd like to know...." he murmured quietly. Squirming in his seat.

(I should still make time to come along and hang out with buds too though! ;u;)

Squirt frowned,
"O-oh." He felt as if he only worsened how Bly was feeling right now... he felt bad. He dropped his head, dangling his feet.
"I-i didnt mean to make him remember anything bad...." he whispered, shaking his head. He really didn't mean it! "I don't need his meal.... I guess he can eat it when he gets back... he'll be hungry...."
Sky sighed,
"Thank you." Though, she did feel alittle bad for him. And thought that it'd be great if she went to comfort him. She finished her cake.
"I'm gonna go make sure he's alright. I'm a queen amd I can't have my guests upset! They need to leave with a smile!" She slammed her hands on the table before rushing after Bly,
"Yo dude wait up!" She yelped. Flailing.
Mac blinked,
"Yo. Babe. Is he alright...? Is this seriously a bad trigger for him?..." he was concerned. But Sky could handle it. Sky was one of the weirdest queens they've had ever. He sighed. He didn't like this tension at the dinner table. Made it uncomfortable.
"Sooooo. Who wants to go and attend Sky's crappy dance classes after our meal? Its fun to watch her trip up. She could use some help besides Melody."

(Sorry I wasn't on yesterday! ;^; but im here now! I might be reserved to posting at night most likely though!)

Squirt glanced up, wide eyed,
"I-i'm not sleepy! I am perfectly wide awake and do not have a bedtime!" He hissed. Did they expect him to sleep around them? Heck. He didn't have to sleep whenever someone told him to on the ship. He stayed up as he pleased.
"I'm fine!"
Mac blinked before shrugging and straightening himself up in the chair,
"Well. Whatever you say kiddo. Kids can get sleepy pretty quickly though... don't doubt yourself."
Sky stopped in the hallway as she huffed, trying to catch her breath. She was thankful they kept the castle at a moderately cool temperature compared to the hotter temperatures outside.
"Dude.... I may not be able to understand how you felt back there.... but I can tell when something is bad, and someone needs something to help them. No matter how happy they look. So please. What can I do for you to help you feel better? Anything I can guide you to to help release emotions or something?" She grinned widely as she straightened up and fluffed out her dress.

Squirt huffed, rubbing his eyes,
"I. Will. Be. Fine. I'm at a perfectly healthy mood!" He hissed before yawning and crossing his arms.
"Stretch yawn." He mumbled. Glancing away.

Mac grinned, leaning in,
"You suuuuuure you ain't sleepy? Yawning is yawning.... you yawn when you wake up, or go to sleep... your probably sleepy since I dont think you just woke up. So come on... don't lieeeee." He leaned over to Emma, pressing his nose against her shoulder.
"Hrmmm... since you two are here. Where do you plan on sleeping though?"
Sky tilted her head as she pondered,
"Hrmmmm.... the most punching bags I know of is at the training area farther off from here for the knights.... buuuuuuuut! Lucky! I know a closer one! Follow le me!" She chirruped before making her way at a fast brisk pace torwards Mac's room farther off down the hall. She knew he liked to wrestle and box and play around. Perfect place! She stopped infront of the door before pushing it open and and gesturing to the perfectly nice set up punching bag in the middle of the room..... along with other unfamiliar equipment,
"Have fun!" She smiled, clasping hands together.

(Here now!)

Mac tilted his head,
"Huh. Out by the beach? Cool! I dunno why the Bungalows didn't seem much more prettier to you both. But the each houses are just as great!" He grinned before glancing over to Squirt, who had just about faceplanted on the table.... asleep.
"See. There you go! Out cold." He grinned, crossing his arms in content.

Sky twiddled her thumbs as she gave a innocent grin,
"Mac's. I'm sure he wouldn't mind you using the punching bag at all! Afterall. It didn't come out of his funds, it came out of the kingdom's funds as an appeal to what he liked to decorate his room with!" She flicked her hair as she gestured again,
"Go ahead!"

(Sorry I havent been able to reply yesterday! I had fallen asleep before I got the chance to!)

Mac blinked before pshawing,
"Pffff. No one in the kingdom is going to bother you. Nor are the pirates are around anymore. The people of this kingdom are some of the snootiest and pickest bunch around. They aren't known for such.... crazy things like that. But if you'd like me to. I could go home with ya to make sure your kept safe!" He gave a warm grin as he leaned back and sipped away at the rest of the wine in the cup. He glanced to Squirt again,
"Unless you'd like to stay at the castle though. Sky would be happy to supply a guest room for the night."
Sky grinned and gave a thumbs up before plopping down in the corner of the room and pulled out a thing of.... cotton candy. Strangely enough. She sighed and started to feed her way through the floss, making occasional chirps of content. She occasionally glanced over to Bly to make sure he was doing alright.

Mac flicked his hand,
"Of course! This castle is so big, theres plenty of room for some extra guests! Sky's a really friendly person, and she never minds letting people stay a night. I dunno how Skyrin might feel, but he's usually pretty lenient in letting people stay.... not that he ever has a choice in the matter." He knew how Sky was. Always making sure if she wanted something, she got it.

Sky blinked, taking a second look at the bag of the cotton candy and frowned at the sight. It was all gone. Oh well. She could get more later. She glanced up and raised an eyebrow,
"You doing alright?" If he broke it.....
It wouldn't really matter. The funds of the castle would just provide Mac with another one eitherway.

Mac nodded frantically as he went behind Squirt to poke him and make sure he was asleep before gathering the kiddo into his arms,
"You two can just go back to the beach house tomorrow afternoon!" He grinned before making his way to the door. He glanced back to see that ninetales girl pop her head out the kitchen again. He smiled and waved,
"The food was great, tell the chefs it was wonderful! Gonna need some more of that wine maybe later though!"
Sky blinked, unflinching as she yawned and got up,
"Gumdrops! Glad to know!" She perked up as she glanced over,
"Where ya going? Are you heading back home? Or do you have some beach house, bungalow, or cottage you rented out around the kingdom somewhere?" She seemed curious as she raised an eyebrow.

(Sorry I wasnt able to reply! I have a headache, and I definitely need to sleep this one off! ;^;)

(Better this time around! Super nice of you to ask! ;u;)

Mac grinned,
"Great!.... but i'm not the one who assigns rooms so...." he pokerfaced and glanced away, scratching the back of his head.
The ninetales took that as a cue to bring herself over as she peered at the group curiously,
"Room assignments?.... are they needed?" She murmured quietly, twiddling her thumbs.
Sky raised an eyebrow,
"Make a trip all the way back to your kingdom like that in just one night? Gee. Aren't you the night owl?" She sighed, running her gloved fingers through her hair before perking a ear up,
"Tired? No problem! We can easily assign you a guest room for the night here! No problems or anything!" She grinned before calling a random maid to her side to whisper something about ordering another punching bag.

The ninetales nodded before gently giving the dining room door a push and stepped out silently. She beckoned them to follow as she made her her way down the hall. But, down the hall, was Sky... and that other guy. She blinked before continuing her way down the hall before stopping infront of one of the doors and gave a small smile,
"Here's your room for the night... It has everything you should need.... bed, dresser, bathroom, anything else you need, just ring the bell." She bowed deeply before briskly making her way back to the dining room. She had to clean up there.
Sky blinked,
"Gumdrops." She poked her head out the door before grinning,
"Well whadda ya know, Melody's handling her job quite finely! I don't understand why her mom was so nervous!" She whisked out of the room to Emily, Emma, and Mac,
"Annnnd their room is right next to yours! Isn't that great?" She glanced to Bly, blinking,
"Would you mind sharing a room with them? Or would you like your own?"

Mac squinted,
"What were you two doing in my room?" He seemed alittle confused. Not that he would of minded whatever was going on... just. Alittle bit curious....

(Definitely more chill! Still gonna post during the night though!)

Mac blinked,
"Oh. That's fine. I assumed something else worse happened...." he grumbled. Maybe like his room being completely trashed or something. He glanced to Sky,
"I am getting another one.... right?"
Sky nodded happily,
"Yup!" Then she glanced to Emma and Emily,
"You two don't mind sharing a room with him right?" She adked curiously. Wagging her tail. It was getting late. Once they got things settled here, she had to go handle her ballroom practice, then check on Skyrin.
(Alittle bit more down, headache came back??? But it should go away by tomorrow usually-)

(Im back now. Had alittle bit of a blank out yesterday.. but im hoping I have no more headaches!)

Mac glanced down to Squirt before nodding,
"Yup. Kids don't know what they say sometimes. One moment they'll try and resist, the next theyre out like a lightbulb." He grinned, then glanced to Emma,
"Soooo. I guess we're sharing an bed then?"
Sky blinked before sighing,
"I'll leave you all to sort this out... I'll check in on yall in the morning." With that, she made her way down the hall, then eventually down the steps to the lower floors.

(Definitely alot better, thank you for asking!)

Mac nodded,
"Of course! Kiddo needs to sleep somewhere nice for once!" He grinned as he nudged open the door to the room. Just as Melody said, it was a simple neat set up room with beds, a dresser, a lamp, and a couple of other things. There was a door that led to the bathroom. He glanced around.
"Hmmm. We could sleep in my room since it IS next door... But i've never slept in a guest room...." Then again, whenever a new knight joined, they took a guest room and turned it into their room however they liked it. He walked over to one of the beds,
"Do we just set him down on the bed? Or should we make him a nice makeshift bed on the floor?"

(Im here now! I was going to reply yesterday, but a headache caught up with me!)

Mac nodded as he covered Squirt up before patting his head. He backed away before smiling gently and turning to Emily and Bly,
"Well. Goodnight." He turned to Emily as he grabbed her hand gently,
"Come on. Let's go...." he murmured quietly as he lead her out of the room to his. He stopped, blinking at the maid that scurried into his room carrying a punching bag and dropping it off before quickly, but quietly leaving again. He scratched his head, but said nothing else.

(Im here now- At night atleast)

Mac waved to the others as he led Emma into his room. There wasn't nothing huge about his room, just alot of training equipment, with a bed and a dresser in the corner.
"Sorry my room really isn't much... But hey! They bed is nice and comfortable!" He scratched the back of his head giddly as he closed his door.

(Pawsitively lost in thought today. I should be able to reply some more now!)

Mac nodded his head as he turned away to remove his knight's vest, then removed another layer of padding, then finally removed his shirt as he yawned and stretched. Today was definitely a interesting one. He removed his knee guards, then his pants before peering over to the bathroom,
"You done yet MnM's?" He called out as he crept over to the door pressing his ear against it.

Just when all seemed quiet, Squirt slowly opened one eye as he glanced around cautiously before sighing sadly. He sat up, took a full inspection of the room, spotting Bly and Emily on the other bed in the room. He blinked before hopping down, fixing his ponytail before creeping over forwards the door.

(c:)

Mac blinked before grinning goofily and nodded as he stumbled off to his bed and flopped down onto it and yawning as he rubbed his eyes. He guessed he really was tired from all of that fighting and running that happened earlier. Huh.... he honestly thought he was hearing something. Yet didn't mind too much of it right now. He just wanted to cuddle with Emma and get a good sleep.
Squirt's ears perked up in alarm as he glanced around frantically, squeezing his hands into fists,
"H-huh? Who's there?!...." He hissed quietly, eyes wide. He didn't want to think that he was scared... He was sure he was just hearing things.... Yeah! He was just hearing voices. Nothing like a normal night on the ship. He sighed shakily as he reached up to the doorknob and twisted it open quietly before poking his head out the door. Glancing up and down the hallway. Didn't seem like anyone was there.... and hopefully there wasn't anyone either. Maybe someone was just playing some stupid prank...

Mac blinked as his face flushed a light pink,
"Ooo... You look really pretty Emma... No. Scratch that, beautiful..." He murmured quietly, smiling and opening his arms as if expecting her to well... fall into his arms.

Squirt froze and glanced back again as his pupils shrunk into dots,
"N-None of your business! Why do you even care!?" He yelped as he stepped back. He looked awfully familiar to Bly, but different in some aspects.... Was he trying to scare him??

(Oh no! Its perfectly fine! I don't mind at all! Life is important! c: As long as nothing bad happened!)

Mac chuckled as he wrapped his arms around her waist and pressed his lips against her cheek,
"Your so cute...." he cooed quietly before glancing to the door, blinking,
"Did..... you hear something?" He asked. He thought he just heard a kid.... could be nothing though.

Squirt squeaked and scrambled away as he narrowed his eyes,
"O-okay!? And who do you think you are impersonating him? It doesn't explain why you care about where i'm going!" The Zorua hissed.

(Fine. I meant to reply last night, but something important came up-)

Squirt squinted,
"So a doppelganger? Haha very funny. People don't have other halves of themselves... unless your some part of multiple personality disorder that somehow got out...." he grumbled.
"Eitherway, you don't seem like a bad interference if your from him. So this 'runt' will be on his way without hurting anyone." He shrugged and started to walk off again.
Mac chuckled quietly before he blinked and glanced over to the door,
"No seriously... do you hear something?... cause it sounds like someone is making some fuss outside..." he murmured quietly, looking on in concern.

(Sorry for not replying the other two days! ;^;)

Squirt blinked slowly before he turned around and made a run for it. Since they were distracted and busy talking... he just had to find a good place to go and hide.... somewhere where they wouldn't find him or get to him....

Mac blinked before shrugging inwardly,
"I hope it's not something bad... but it doesn't sound like it... so i think we're good?...." It couldn't possibly be anything bad...

Squirt made a scamper down the hall for awhile before stopping infront of a door that he assumed had what he wanted. He glanced around before pushing open the door. Despite it being a large kitchen area, there were very few chefs roaming about, preparing small midnight snacks for guests. Squirt bit his lip before slipping into the shadows of the kitchen. Not wanting tot the time. He'd return back to the room no timr flat, and they wouldn't even know he left..... well. Besides Bly, but he was sure he'd keep quiet.

(I'm super sorry for not telling you earlier! But I was gone for a couple of days to spend some time with family for the Fourth! ;^;)

The next morning....

Sky yawned as she made her way to the room, scratching her head as she knocked on the door,
"Heyhey! May I come in? How well didja guys sleep?" She asked curiously, knocking again,
"I can send a breakfast cart on its way here so you guys can get some grub!" She fixed her sash, tightening it alittle as she waited for someone to answer.