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Who: Sophie and You!
Where: Cliffside overlooking the beach
When: Days 119-122
Open/Closed: Open - feel free to contact me if you'd like a specific, closed prompt.

[ A telepathic voice message from Sophie will be going out to anyone near the vicinity of the beach: ]

If anyone's close by the beach, come find me. There's something I want to show you.

[ And that's all she's going to say about it. It's a surprise!

On a high cliffside overlooking the small bit of ocean that the island has remaining, colorful patches of flowers cover the area. Although, there's noticeably an even bigger number of purple ones for some reason. The little flower meadow didn't exist before, at least not prior to Sophie's arrival.

Initially, she was slower than others to be able to use her magic. Now it comes easily to her, being able to have patches of flowers materialize with a simple touch on the ground. She used her magic to create a meadow as close to resembling the one back home, on Lhant Hill. However, it does have a few small differences, such as a few moonflowers from recent happenings on the island. There's no tree to make a friendship pact on and there's no Foselos in the sky. And likely, over time, there will be some new additions to the meadow.

Anyone who decides to wander into the area will find Sophie quietly sitting by the edge of the cliff, staring out towards the small ocean and into space. She's not actually zoning out, but looking thoughtful more than anything. ]

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[ jude recognizes sophie's distinct voice right away, and he doesn't even hesitate before he leaves to go stroll down to the beach. it's not a long walk, fortunately. he doesn't want to pass up any chance to get to know her better, and besides, her request is harmless enough. it's not like he's busy.

he comes to a halt behind her, not wishing to startle her, but the the burst of purple color is quick to catch his eye. ]

... Were those flowers there beore?

[ She expects others will be turning up after her message. And the fact that she's able to recognize someone from the sound of their steps and scent, she's unsurprised to hear Jude behind her.

She stands up from her spot, turning to look at him with a smile. Her spirits seem to be a lot higher, after their initial meeting. Must be the magic and the flowers. ]

No, they weren't.

[ She gestures to the area with her arms. ]

I made this with my magic! They're my babies!

Your babies?

[ there's a hint of amusement in his voice, but he's ridiculously endeared by both the flowers and her. ]

They're beautiful. And they look happy, too. You did a wonderful job.

[ jude decides to pat her head again, just because she seemed to hold a certain fondness for the gesture. a comfort.

an idea crosses his mind. ]

Hey, Sophie?

Yeah!

[ She always talked similarly of her gardens back home, referring to the flowers as her children. As he pats her head, she continues to beam proudly over her efforts. ]

What is it, Jude?

Is it okay if I pick some of these flowers? I thought I could give a bouquet of them to a good friend as a gift.

It's okay, feel free. I want them to smile just as much as I do when I see flowers.

[ There are only certain types of flowers on the hill, mainly ones from Lhant and a few out of place moonflowers. But she wonders... ]

Is there a certain flower that your friend likes?

I'm sure they'll be happy. And I'll make sure to tell them that you're the one who grew them.

[ jude hums, pondering this. ]

Not in particular... I'm sure they'd be happy with anything. Flowers are flowers. But which kind are those?

[ jude points to one of the moonflowers. ]

[ The flowers might not be much of a sight to see when they're a closed bud, but still, Sophie wanted to give them a place on the hill. ]

I think... it's a type of moon flower? They were blooming and glowing when the moon got really close to the island. Every flower here is from the hill near my home, except for that one.

[ She can practically grow any kind of flower, as long as she sees it in person. ]

Wow. You're really impressive, Sophie.

[ he thinks on it some more before coming up with an idea. ]

Can I pick nine of them? You're the expert, so I'll let you choose which flowers they are, but there has to be nine.

[ ... actually... ]

Are there any flowers that start with the letter S?

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Nine... okay. The sopherias start with the letter S!

[ Just like her name too, which gets her a little excited. She's already crouching down before a patch of sopherias before waiting on any comment from Jude regarding her suggestion. ]

Nine and S, nine and S... [ She repeats it to herself in a sing-song way. ] That's like 9S! ♪

[ it's impossible not to smile around sophie. her cheerfulness and enthusiasm is contagious. he hums under his breath and smiles, light and easygoing. ]

That's right. Nine and S for 9S.

Oh! So we both know 9S! Let's make 9S happy! ♪

[ Is she talking to Jude or the flowers? Very likely both.

After giving the sopherias a look over, she stands up. They might need a few extra supplies to at least let the flowers last a little longer once picked. ]

We should get something sharp to cut the stems and a vase of water.

[ his smile softens into something fond. ]

That's the plan!

Maybe someone has a weapon on them we can borrow. I'm not sure about the vase, but I can look around and see if I can find a makeshift one.

[ Perhaps one of her artes would work with the cutting, but she'd rather play it safe. ]

Let's check back at the mansion or see if anyone at the huts has something useful. Anything that can hold some water should be fine.

Sounds good to me.