A much needed change of scenery [Tagging Iphigenia]

[rogueinladysclothing]

Amelia's never been much of an explorer, but the beginning of her foray into therapy has already taught her she needs to be more open to pretty much everything. More accepting, too, but one step at a time.

She hadn't really tired to set up an exploration date with Iphigenia, but when a beautiful Grecian princess gives you that smile and says "yes, let's," there's not much of a way to say "no." Besides, Amelia is intrigued by the young girl and is not at all unhappy about the chance to get to know her better.

The Parklands stretch out before the two women as they reach the end of the Forum. Amelia has a passing thought that she's not dressed all that well for this, but it's pushed aside quickly. She's not afraid to tie off her skirts if necessary anyway.

"So," Amelia says, turning to Iphigenia with a smile, "where should we begin?"

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[rogueinladysclothing]

"But of course. If for no other reason than to know at least one area of the Nexus very well, right?" Amelia winks at her companion and tries desperately to stifle a laugh as well. "One can never have too many safe places to be, that much is for certain."

[bornstrong]

Iphigenia giggles again.

"Definitely," she replies, thinking that this is the first time in a while that she's enjoyed herself so much.

"And besides," she continues, grinning, "I really do like sweet things."

[rogueinladysclothing]

"Maybe you can help me understand sweet things, then. They're not really common in my world and I've only had something called dark chocolate since I arrived, which isn't really all that sweet." She smiles brightly. "It would be helpful to get a second opinion on all of these things."

[bornstrong]

"We always had dried fruit back home, which was sweet enough--and sometimes our wine would be sweet too," she admits, grinning cheekily. "But I want to try everything. I don't even mind if it makes me sick."

Well, she probably would mind. But hey, it's an experience, right?

[rogueinladysclothing]

Amelia laughs heartily. "I'm glad you don't mind, though I hope we don't get quite that far. With so many days ahead of us here in the Nexus, I don't mind pacing us just a little slower."

It would be quite the experience, but likely a very unpleasant one. Amelia will try to curb her princess friend's excitement just enough to keep her from getting sick if possible.

[bornstrong]

"You know, you're right," she decides. "I don't want to rush either. And we shouldn't, after all. Let's savor what days are ahead of us carefully. We should plan our visit."

Ugh, sorry about not getting back to you on this one! Totally my bad.

[rogueinladysclothing]

"I like the sound of that," Amelia agrees with a smile. "Let's start our planning with the basics - when would you like to go? Early in the day or late? Should we plan to have a real meal first to make the candies all the sweeter?" So maybe the questions don't all seem related, but to Amelia they are. And each one is very important for candy trying decisions!

It's okay! I've been slowish too.

[bornstrong]

"Early in the day--but we have to make sure we've eaten breakfast first," she replies. "It'll be good to have some food in us before we try the sweets."

[rogueinladysclothing]

Now Iphigenia's on the right track. Amelia nods along with all of her friends decisions. "All right, breakfast it is. Something savory would be good, I think. Do you have any favorites we should go have?" Breakfast foods are not Amelia's specialties. Eggs, toast, and coffee is really all she wants most days.

[bornstrong]

"Back home, we'd usually just have fruit or something else quick, but perhaps we'll need something more substantial--and not so sweet."

She smiles a little, now remembering Mycenae and its food for a moment. It's easy to get lost in memories, she thinks.

[rogueinladysclothing]

"I've heard wonderful things about something called waffles. Some people drown them in a sugary liquid as well, but they're supposed to be a nice, fluffy, and savory breakfast food aside from that. Maybe we should try them?" She knows a few people who would be proud of her for suggesting to step outside of her usual dietary comfort zone, but it seems a good time to do so when she's setting up a date with a princess to try a large amount of sweets.

[bornstrong]

Her eyes widen at the description.

"Oh, that does sound delicious!" she replies eagerly. "I would gladly try some waffles."

[rogueinladysclothing]

She smiles. "Then it's settled. What time shall we meet to begin our foray into all the delicious things the Nexus has to offer?"

[bornstrong]

"I think perhaps this weekend," she replies, pausing a moment to smooth out her skirts. "We can make sure we've eaten something, and then go exploring."

[rogueinladysclothing]

"That sounds like a perfect plan. Shall we meet in the Forum?" It's an easy spot to find someone, after all.

[bornstrong]

"Yes, that would be perfect," she says, grinning. Iphigenia's pretty pleased that she has a new friend to go on adventures with.