#kc_necropolis

"There's a logic to that" She admits "And, yes. I did have the easier path. For me, you were no surprise. You were a legend. Even raised in the dreaming where memories blur, I knew enough of stories when I arrived, of Westward, of Freeflame... mom and dad did not boast of themselves, but their pride was so clear in every tale, in every answer they gave me about you. Now Auntie Clem, she was even more forthcoming. Told me tales of how you went to the rafters, how you risked all for a city that was strange to you, rescued the forgotten, and more. So... I had a big case of hero worship. When I saw you I wasn't surprised...." A pause, then a chuckle "Though I did think you'd be taller. Seriously, in some of the stories you were HUGE by troll standards. Also no halo. Dad screwed up there"

"No halo." she agrees.

"Well, I appreciate you trying to love me. It.. means more than you know. And whether I should or shouldn't, even if part of it was built on myth, I do love you. So, for your sake I'll phase out La Cernicala like I said. "

A song plays out on the jukebox.

Sister, you've been on my mind
Sister, we're two of a kind
So sister, I'm keepin' my eyes on you
I bet you think I don't know nothin'

But singin' the blues
Oh sister, have I got news for you
I'm somethin'
I hope you think that you're somethin' too

Scufflin', I been up that lomesone road
And I seen a lot of suns goin' down
Oh, but trust me
No low life's gonna run me around

So let me tell you somethin' sister
Remember your name
No twister, gonna steal your stuff away
My sister

Sho' ain't got a whole lot of time
So shake you shimmy,
Sister
'Cause honey I sure is feelin' time

Siv looks over at the Jukebox "You don't have to give your two cents on EVERYTHING, you know that right?"

"Thank you." Jessica says to Siv's offer to phase out her persona.

"Well, I'm not sure how much I mean it when I say you're welcome. I really looked good in that guise. Borrowed piper's ass for part of it. Have you seen Piper's ass? Damn. " Proud

((Thank you slackbot....))

"But ahem.. yes. Done"

Don't mention it. :)

Jess nods.

"Am I , as Siv , still welcome to visit you?"

"I am not banning you from the County. You're going to do what you want to, anyway. I am still hurt and angry. Up to you if you visit Renaissance."

"Well, we've pissed each other off. I came this close to cursing myself and popping you in the nose last night, and you'd have deserved it IMO." she sighs "And we hurt each other. If I could take your hurt away, I would. I won't make a fake apology for doing what I believe is right, but I AM sorry it hurt you. Maybe, just maybe, now that we're finally talking; wounds can heal." A sigh "I surely hope so"

"That is a worthy goal."

"I'll visit sometime later. Maybe you won't be crazy about seeing me, but I know you'll love some of your old favorites as done by Kerri" a weak smile "And I'll bring them along to drop off."

"Thank you."

"Kerri's food is wonderful."

"It always is. Damned if Maria and Rosa don't make the best tamales though. PLEASE Don't tell Kerri I said that"

Yes, it appears Kerri's ire is one of the few things a Fiona might fear. Well, THIS Fiona

Jess nods.

"So, besides OUR Kefluffle, how is everyone at Fenix? They loved your show. I saw that. But they're all doing okay?"

"No. I have aot of work to do."

"Okay" She puts her glass down, and says "Let's go. I'll get you a short cut via Narwhal if you like. Faster than walking back to the state fair grounds"

"No thank you. I like the walk. Clears my head."

"All right. I'm glad we got a chance to talk, and I'm sorry to have caused you pain. Be well, Jessica"

"And you, Siv." Jess nods and heads to the door.

the Jukebox plays the 'Sad man ' music to the Incredible Hulk tv series

"oh forr the love" Siv says "We'll see each other again"

She speaks not to her sisterr, but the Juke box

Whichh pipes down as if called on being a wee bit dramatic

And she is gone.

Siv lets out a breatthh, and looks to the gauntlets , left and right "So.. tttell me how you two make YOUR Sibling relationship work?"

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