Nina Paem
Keme
Academy Junior: Mage
No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 24, 2010 22:23:35 GMT -5
Nina pursed her lips to one side, doing some quick math in her head.
"Thirteen years," was her answer.
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Vincent Hawk
Ireth
Sexy British Professor of Music
~ Sing like no one's listening ~
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 24, 2010 22:28:50 GMT -5
Vincent nodded. "And you're seventeen, correct? That's impressive, to start at such a young age. I didn't start studying until I was in my early twenties, when I was starting to train as a Hunter, not long before Ariel was born. A matter of months before then, in fact."
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Nina Paem
Keme
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No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 26, 2010 21:26:21 GMT -5
Nina shrugged. Then she grinned. "So you've been going at it for just a bit longer than I, yes?" The thought occurred to her that Haneul put both of them to shame, having studied for over a century, and that made her grin widen a bit.
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Vincent Hawk
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Sexy British Professor of Music
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 26, 2010 21:46:15 GMT -5
Vincent nodded. "I'm studying Jeet Kune Do; it'll be sixteen years this summer. I imagine it's much easier starting when you're younger; it must feel like second nature to you. Or probably first," he added, mirroring Nina's grin.
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Nina Paem
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Academy Junior: Mage
No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 26, 2010 21:50:19 GMT -5
"Ah, Jeet Kune Do." Nina chuckled and clapped her hands together once or twice. "Very Bruce Lee. I approve, professor. We should spar at some point-- I've seen some Jeet, but I've never had my hand against it."
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Vincent Hawk
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Sexy British Professor of Music
~ Sing like no one's listening ~
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 26, 2010 22:01:47 GMT -5
Vincent grinned. "I'd like that very much. We'll have to schedule a match. Are you free this weekend? I shouldn't have too much grading to do if I keep on top of everything."
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Nina Paem
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No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 26, 2010 22:04:13 GMT -5
Nina bounced on her heels a bit. "I meditate until breakfast on Saturdays, but I'm free the rest of the day. Sundays, as well." She tipped her head to one side. "Is there any way I could help with grading at all? I've been meaning to step in to see one of the choir classes in progress, but I've never gotten around to it."
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Vincent Hawk
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Sexy British Professor of Music
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 26, 2010 22:19:54 GMT -5
"Quite possibly," Vincent answered. "I have some music reading assignments to get through, so if you're able to read music, I'd appreciate the help. And I'd definitely welcome your presence in class; some of the freshmen can get a bit rowdy, particularly in the afternoons. How about Saturday afternoon for our match?"
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Nina Paem
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No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 26, 2010 22:50:13 GMT -5
"Ne, I can read music." Nina nodded and added cheerily, "Just send word when it's cool for me to sit in."
"Yes, that works nicely. A bit after lunch?"
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Vincent Hawk
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Sexy British Professor of Music
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 26, 2010 22:52:55 GMT -5
"Of course I will." Vincent smiled, clasping his hands in front of him. "Perfect. Say, half past one?"
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Nina Paem
Keme
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No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 29, 2010 22:03:13 GMT -5
"Glorious."
Nina flexed her wrists idly, twirling the joints to a tune that had popped into her head. An idea struck her, then, and she grinned.
"Would it be too much to ask if I wanted to see more of your magic? I'm really curious."
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Vincent Hawk
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 29, 2010 22:22:53 GMT -5
Vincent grinned at her and gave a slight bow. "I thought you'd never ask."
He looked around the room, wondering what he might use magic on, and how. When he was more experienced at this, he might try his hand at writing his own songs to use as spells, but for now he was probably safest sticking with songs he already knew.
His gaze settled on Nina again, and an idea came to him. He'd need her permission first in order to try it, of course.
"I wonder," he said slowly, "if you might let me try a bit of magic on you? Nothing harmful, of course. I'd like to try to put you to sleep and wake you up again."
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Nina Paem
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No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 29, 2010 22:26:48 GMT -5
Nina blinked a few times, an expression flicking across her features that was uncannily reminiscent of Haneul's infamous poker face. Then she smirked, her eyes twinkling with mischief.
"I would love to partake in your experiment, Professor Hawk."
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Vincent Hawk
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Sexy British Professor of Music
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 29, 2010 22:35:26 GMT -5
"As you wish," Vincent smiled. He stood for a moment in thought, trying to choose between two lullabies. Settling on one of them, he moved closer to Nina to catch her when, ideally, she would crumple to the floor, and sang gently to her, letting his magic rise and use his words to accomplish his will.
"Hush, child, the darkness will rise from the deep And carry you down into sleep; Child, the darkness will rise from the deep And carry you down into sleep."
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Nina Paem
Keme
Academy Junior: Mage
No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
Posts: 427
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 29, 2010 22:52:23 GMT -5
Nina watched Vincent for a moment, listening to his voice. Then a new sound came to her ears below the song, like a faint buzzing.
Nina's eyelids felt heavy. Her vision blurred and her legs folded beneath her as her head fell onto one shoulder. She was asleep before gravity made her fall.
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Vincent Hawk
Ireth
Sexy British Professor of Music
~ Sing like no one's listening ~
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 29, 2010 22:56:28 GMT -5
Vincent smiled triumphantly as his magic took effect, and Nina slumped silently toward the floor, fast asleep. He caught her gently and held her, waiting for a few seconds before singing a new song to reverse the effects of the first.
"Please wake up, please wake up, Leave dark dreams behind. Please wake up; it's your morning, Golden day to find..."
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Nina Paem
Keme
Academy Junior: Mage
No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 29, 2010 23:17:32 GMT -5
The fog in Nina's head began to dissolve, erased by the resonance of the odd buzzing. She came quickly back to consciousness, opening her eyes and blinking at the lights from the ceiling.
"Woah."
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Vincent Hawk
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Sexy British Professor of Music
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 30, 2010 9:38:29 GMT -5
Vincent's smile turned into a grin as he watched Nina wake up. He set her gently on her feet, keeping his hands nearby in case she was unsteady.
"How are you feeling?" he asked her.
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Nina Paem
Keme
Academy Junior: Mage
No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
Posts: 427
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 30, 2010 23:03:18 GMT -5
Nina opened and closed her mouth a few times, unable to form words.
"Ah... erm... fine," she managed after a minute or two.
"You-- that-- wow."
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Vincent Hawk
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Sexy British Professor of Music
~ Sing like no one's listening ~
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 30, 2010 23:12:51 GMT -5
Vincent's grin faltered a little; he wasn't quite sure what to make of Nina's reaction. Had she never been put to sleep by magic before? Not by singing, obviously, but perhaps Ellie or Aramis had done so for her? Maybe?
"Is that a good 'wow' or a bad 'wow'?" he asked uncertainly.
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Nina Paem
Keme
Academy Junior: Mage
No object is so beautiful that, under certain conditions, it will not look ugly.
Posts: 427
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Post by Nina Paem on Jun 30, 2010 23:46:41 GMT -5
"That's an... I dunno 'wow'," Nina said honestly. She had never been under enchantment before, regardless of intent. "Is it-- your magic-- all fueled by song?"
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Vincent Hawk
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Sexy British Professor of Music
~ Sing like no one's listening ~
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Post by Vincent Hawk on Jun 30, 2010 23:55:49 GMT -5
Vincent nodded. "It is. From what Smoke and Tristan have told me, and what I've gathered on my own, it seems like I can do about as much as any other mage, as long as I have the right words to accomplish what I want to do. Eventually I might try to write my own songs, but for the moment I think it's best if I stick with songs I already know."
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