http://wantstocheer.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] wantstocheer.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] fandomhighdorms2009-06-08 08:20 am

Third Floor Common Room - Monday Morning

Claire was in a great mood this morning. She felt like a huge weight was lifted from her shoulders thanks to her conversation with Dinah last night. Plus there was the whole normal hormones thing.

And maybe thinking about Jon a little.

She was awake far earlier than she needed to be, so she headed down to the common room and found what she needed to bake some cookies. She put the radio on and might even be singing along a little.


[open as common rooms are!]
glacial_queen: (Sapphire-Jeweled Queen)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-08 06:53 pm (UTC)(link)
If Karla could read inner narration, she would have laughed. Most members of the Blood were very physically affection, especially a Queen and her males. They, especially Warlord Princes, needed that touch to strengthen their bonds.

It was the touch of strangers, especially stange males, that Karla couldn't tolerate.

"No, never," she replied, shaking her head. "Darker-Jeweled witches mature at a slower rate than landens. Things were...waking up...but slowly." Living back on her familial estate with Hobart and his cronies--and trying to patch up the witches they left behind--had probably helped keep things buried, too, but Leto didn't need to know that.
future_sandworm: (Thoughful)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-08 06:59 pm (UTC)(link)
Of course, Leto didn't know that.

"Then the past week must have been more confusing to you that it was to others," he said quietly. Those kinds of feelings had never been unknown to him, through the Other Memories.

Hoping he wasn't overstepping a boundary he patted her hand lightly, but didn't linger.
glacial_queen: (Gentle)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-08 07:03 pm (UTC)(link)
Too true.

She laced her fingers with his briefly, then released his hand. "I think it was," she said softly. "For the first few days, I didn't even understand what was happening. It was easier to control afterwards, when I did understand, but I was happier when I didn't, I think. Less of an impetus to control myself, because I didn't think anything was wrong, if that makes sense."
future_sandworm: (smile again)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-08 07:16 pm (UTC)(link)
Her ability to talk about this without blushing or seeming too embarrassed made responding easier. "Innocence creates a certain kind of happiness," Leto replied. "But knowledge can make it more interesting, and self control, when necessary, becomes a habit." He smiled at her.
glacial_queen: (Pouty)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-08 07:20 pm (UTC)(link)
Discussing sex as a theoretical or academic subject would never be a problem for Karla. "I hadn't built up enough self-control to make it interesting or a habit." She grumpyfaced. "Instead, it was just a pain in my ass."
future_sandworm: (mischievous)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-08 07:29 pm (UTC)(link)
He had to smile, but it was a warm smile. "I am sorry to hear that, although I assure you it will be more enjoyable without the influence of strange aphrodisiacs."
glacial_queen: (Shocked but trying to process)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-08 07:34 pm (UTC)(link)
"Enjoyable, but still frigh--" she paused, tried hastily to think of something besides 'Friday' she could say instead, and then gave up. "--tening." Maybe he'd think she meant something else. Like hormones were scary, or something.
future_sandworm: (Default)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-08 07:52 pm (UTC)(link)
He noticed the change of word, of course, but didn't comment on it. "Well, it does involve a certain lack of control."

He avoided her eyes, remembering what Dinah had said.
glacial_queen: (Bandana)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-08 07:55 pm (UTC)(link)
"Right," she agreed quickly. "How did you handle it?" she asked, not that she was trying to change the topic or anything. Really.
future_sandworm: (smile again)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-08 08:02 pm (UTC)(link)
"When I found out what was going on I stayed in my room as much as possible," he replied truthfully. "And luckily my roommate didn't decide on the same strategy."
glacial_queen: (Chatting on couch (splayed hands))

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-08 08:24 pm (UTC)(link)
Karla had heard about the relationship Leto had with Arthur, but wasn't entirely certain why it was so news-worthy. Leto kissing Triela, now, that was a big deal. "Neither did mine. How soon did you figure out what was going on?"


[LJ ate my notifs]
future_sandworm: (Default)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-09 08:22 am (UTC)(link)
Leto would certainly agree with Karla there.

"On Thursday it was clear that I... lacked self control." He bit his lip. "Alice was upset. I will have to make that up to her."

He wasn't sure if Karla knew about him and Alice, but he assumed she could guess from the context.

[LJ gets no cookies]
glacial_queen: (You can trust me)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-09 04:26 pm (UTC)(link)
Karla waasn''t entirely sure she knew who Alice was. They'd spoken the first day of classes, but not since then.

And she misunderstood the concern. "Because you kissed Triela? It was fairly foolish, Leto," she scolded. "Alice was probably just concerned that you'd end up injured. ALL emotions were running high last week."
future_sandworm: (Thoughful)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-09 04:34 pm (UTC)(link)
He shook his head. "She was upset by the fact that she was the last of three people I met that day, which she learnt from the radio report. That is not a habit of mine," he assured her, then added: "And neither is kissing Triela."
glacial_queen: (Excuse me?!)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-09 04:55 pm (UTC)(link)
"Oh," she said quietly, thinking. Then, carefully, "But Alice is aware that you have other lovers, yes?"

Inwardly she was chanting Say yes. Say yes. Say yes, pleeeeeease. She would prefer that she go one liking Leto.
future_sandworm: (talking)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-09 04:58 pm (UTC)(link)
"Oh, yes, of course," he replied quickly. "It was more a question of... how often." He laughed, shaking his head.
glacial_queen: (Conversation)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-09 05:10 pm (UTC)(link)
"Oh good," she sighed, relieved. "Well, surely she understands that the frequency was increased because of the oddness of last week, yes? I mean, you did mention it was not a habit."

Though Karla was getting the idea that Leto was...busy. And that got her speculating. "When are you graduating, Leto?" she asked.
future_sandworm: (Default)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-09 05:12 pm (UTC)(link)
"Yes, I think she did understand." He looked at Karla. "In a year. Why?"
glacial_queen: (Sapphire-Jeweled Queen)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-09 05:20 pm (UTC)(link)
"Doing a bit of math," she said vaguely. If all was going properly, a female usually had her Virgin Night around sixteen or seventeen. The male was chosen by the Steward of the Court, one who was known for his skill, delicacy, kindness, and care. She wasn't certain who was going to plan hers, perhaps the High Lord? But if it became necessary for Karla to take up planning of it herself, well, she would need someone who fit those criteria. "Just wondered, was all."
future_sandworm: (talking)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-09 05:25 pm (UTC)(link)
Not aware of her thoughts, Leto gave her a curious look. "And you? How old are you, Karla?"
glacial_queen: (Chatting on couch)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-09 05:35 pm (UTC)(link)
"Fifteen," she answered. "I'm a freshman. Witch? Freshwitch? No, that just sounds stupid." She shook her head, trying to clear out any idea of 'freshwitch.' "I'm not sure how these levels translate to Kaeleeran systems of education. On the other hand, you probably don't have any classes about being a Black Widow or Healer, so it may not matter."
future_sandworm: (smile!)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-09 05:40 pm (UTC)(link)
"I'm an junior now," Leto said, looking amused. "But there is no equivalent on Arrakis, and I haven't exactly been attending a school." He patted her hand. "But here it seems that graduation is the rite of passage for adulthood."
glacial_queen: (Default)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-09 05:45 pm (UTC)(link)
"Ah. In Kaeleer, achieving adulthood usually occurs when one makes the Offering to the Darkness. It starts a bit earlier with females, though, with our Virgin Nights. And I will truly become Queen once I put together my Court."

She smiled at Leto. "How do you become an adult on Arrakis. I bet it's much younger. You've mentioned before your world is a harsh one."
future_sandworm: (desert creature)

[personal profile] future_sandworm 2009-06-09 06:01 pm (UTC)(link)
"Not through any rite, but when one is ready to accept the responsibilities of adulthood I think, can't remember anything in canon about it. My father was only fifteen when he defeated a man in single combat." He put a hand on the knife strapped to his leg. "All adult Fremen carry a crysknife."

He paused. "How will you go about to find a Court?"
glacial_queen: (Serious queen)

[personal profile] glacial_queen 2009-06-09 06:20 pm (UTC)(link)
"I look for males and females who I feel would be excellent members, and I offer them a contract. Usually, a Queen's First Circle is made up of close friends, people she can trust to do the right thing, for her Territory and not themselves. Who'll provide her with advice and information she needs, who will tell her the truth, who understand and love her people the way she does. Technically, an official Court is a Queen and twelve males. Once I have that, I have my Court. Of course, the First Circle has the three most important positions it it: the Steward, the Master of the Guard, and the Consort or First Escort. Even here, I'm keeping an eye out for people I think would serve a Court well. It's something I can't not do, in a way."

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