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[treadingdawn]

I apologize, Pilot, I do not think the poetry is working for me. Otherwise, I have found a good way to keep my mind from dwelling on the events of this week.

I find myself thinking of home and turn my attention to Cair Paravel. I wish to rebuild what thirteen hundred years have torn down and restore its glory as the Seat of the Court. With the Pevensies here I could ask them to describe the castle to me. I would be delighted to hear of its marvel from the lips of those who last lived it. I would make some additions as well, I cannot ignore an entire heritage over the tyranny of a few. Perhaps a compass rose with gold inlay along the halls or birds of prey along the towers would suffice. There should be an orchard or two or five and a grand courtyard. My main quarters will face the sea and I will keep carnations at my windows.

I wonder if I should rebuild their quarters. Is it an honorable gesture or a hopeless one? Two are to return by His word so I would like to be prepared for them, and I would be a poor friend to not extend the gesture to their brother and sister. I wonder how different each room would be from the other. They are siblings, certainly, but they are all very individual. I would not allow anyone to use these rooms beyond tending to daily maintenance, I would not even visit them myself. I do not think I could. ... But that isn't befitting of a citadel at all, it's befitting of a tomb. The Kings and Queens of Old should be celebrated not mourned. I will keep that loss to myself where it belongs.

I can plan all these things and still have to question: in the future, where will I be?

.... ..... [Click.]

Comments

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

They were a favorite of my mother's.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

Oh.

We used to have an orchard at Cair Paravel. There are still quite a few apple trees leftover, if you want to keep them. While the idea of staying true to the original design is nice in thought, you shouldn't feel obligated just for our sake.

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

Well I am not so sure. She was isolated for some time and it was my Nurse who insisted on collecting carnations to brighten her spirits. Perhaps it was true, perhaps it was only to keep me busy.

I would like to, nonetheless, to unite the ages. For memories. I should be silent.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

If they bring you comfort, it shouldn't matter if it was true or not.

I don't remember Cair Paravel's layout exactly, but I can help with certain details. Why should you be silent?

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

I think they are aesthetically pleasing at least.

I would appreciate that from you, Peter. I'd like to attempt recreating something in your vision.

[Case in point.]

Ah... it only seems that I am less reserved than usual.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

My drawings won't be as accurate as Lucy's, but they should have the general idea.

[Pause.]

Have you been drinking?

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

[Stare.]

No. Is it so hard to believe that I could think this way? You don't have to answer that.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

So you're voicing all your thoughts?

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

I think so, and that does not under any circumstances imply that for the majority I don't. Some things are simply more appropriate for different times. For example, I am glad you are speaking to me today.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

I'm glad to hear that.

[Thinking. This is odd.]

Why?

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

[Thinking this is unbalanced.]

I thought you might still be cross with me. I did speak ill of your luck though I had no intention to take pleasure in it running out.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

I wouldn't be cross at you for that. I would have been affected even if we didn't bring up the topic of luck.

[Although, great reminder of the argument the other day. That still might bother him.]

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

[Slight nod, nevermind some flushing cheeks.]

That is comforting. I do not wish to spoil a friendship over something unnecessary.

This is awkward.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

I don't think it would have been spoiled over something so trivial.

[You'd think they'd have more to talk about with no inner monologue.]

Mainly for you.

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

I suppose I deserve that.

Lucy says your cheek tastes like vanilla. I had almost added to it, though in partial agreement.

[Does Peter really want to know.]

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

What sort of conversation did that come from?

[Apparently yes.]

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

Ice cream. She said you would make only vanilla a legitimate flavor with no regard for mint or 'rocky road' and while I agree that vanilla has its merits and that perhaps you do taste similarly I cannot stand by such a gesture. Why would you do that?

[Does he regret it now?!]

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

[He's just trying to process it all.]

I was teasing Lucy. And no, I don't taste like ice cream, and I don't know how you would have even gotten that impression.

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

You don't taste like ice cream literally. I mean that you are not particularly sweet or soft, neither are you overstimulating but you provide a comfort all the same.

[Uh... awkward moment of silence.]

It is like you said about the ice cream.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

Not many people use ice cream as a comparison.

[Think think. Awkwaaaaard.]

I'll take it as a compliment.

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

It is a compliment. I would not mean it any other way.

It isn't simply a passing fancy.

[And quickly.]

I am going to find something to occupy my mouth so that I may shut up now.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

[Quick kiss!]

Just choose a different topic to talk about.

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

[Quick grab to Peter's collar for a second one.]

I told Claire I would take her to the prom. I do not even know what that is but it sounds promising.

[lionrampante.livejournal.com]

[Prom? Huh? The term is lost in translation.]

A concert? It's a bit late in the season for a promenade.

[treadingdawn.livejournal.com]

[Wow. Just... wow.]

Is that what it is? I do like music. I play a little bit myself so a concert would be most enjoyable. You should come too.