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Post by Renathan on May 7, 2020 8:26:25 GMT -6
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Post by Renathan on May 7, 2020 8:37:44 GMT -6
Renathan had taken a bit of a break breeding orbaru as of recently, and it was partially because he had quite a few of them already, and he also hadn't had any worthwhile projects that were demanding his attention. With those aspects stacking upon the fact that he was super busy at all times with his job (it had really picked up recently, for gifts of all kinds even outside of the gifting season!) had practically pushed orbaru breeding to the side in his mind. Of course, he still had excellent specimens, and was quite excited when he got word that an individual that he had met previously while breeding orbaru was willing to do yet another breeding with him.
The mammalian had scooped up the requested orbaru, Starrie. She was a lovely orbaru, offspring of a Comet and a Stardust orbaru. She'd been his pick of a litter he'd done with Jack- and she'd be an excellent choice today he was sure.
He made it safely to the lobby of the breeding center, standing in the back of a relatively shorter line than what he was used to, but a line all the same.
[1] - [Renathan is using Sever Bond]
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Post by Jewel on May 7, 2020 13:44:53 GMT -6
Jewel was excited. There was something purely enjoyable about going to the breeding centre, for him - he knew that he would come out of it with a bundle of joy, and it was a welcome distraction from the miasma of other issues going on at home. Plus, the partner he had been working with was a gentleman of the most upstanding sort! He was fascinating to boot, which was great for a nosy fae. Blush was tucked under his arm when they entered. He'd not been best pleased about having to leave his girls - there was plenty of furious booping, so Jewel had cut his losses and grabbed him. It was quickly forgotten, though. He seemed to recognise Renathan when they drew up next to him, and gave a cheerful greeting. "Ah, good to see you," The fae said with a smile. "How've you been? Good, it doesn't look too busy here today..." (2)
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Post by Renathan on May 7, 2020 14:51:35 GMT -6
Renathan could perhaps finally consider himself a true Labs-City Denizen. This was his third year being here, and he felt so entrenched into the daily life that his childhood almost felt like some kind of strange sun-soaked (or well, rain-soaked in a literal sense) daydream. In some ways, this was good. He loved his pets, he enjoyed his job, heck he was probably about to get married! It was really nice. However, he couldn't help but wonder when it was that he stopped seeing this city has a novelty, and began feeling mundane.
Renathan couldn't help but think of that, especially since the individual he was here to partner up with for an orbaru breeding was a Fae. There wasn't any race even remotely like Fae where he came from.
The mammalian patted Starrie on the head as he stood there, perhaps a little absently. He couldn't help but think of Jack whenever he did orbaru breedings.
He heard the voice at that, and turned around. "Hello!" He answers, and then turns to look, to really look this time. "You're right, it isn't too bad right now... Oh, I'm doing fine- how about you?" A bit scatterbrained today, huh, Renathan?
[3]
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Post by Jewel on May 26, 2020 19:33:23 GMT -6
Jewel got the impression that Renathan's mind was elsewhere rather swiftly. He offered a wry smile - what could be on his mind? It was a fascinating quandary, to imagine what was causing problems in someone's life when they lived in the City. It could be anything from a minor inconvenience with groceries to a dragon burning your house down. "Just as good as ever, my friend," He said. It was true, since he'd been settling into the groove of his new life. Things weren't looking as dire as they had been when he'd first arrived. "I think Blush is angry with me." Too right he was! The orbaru let out an enraged boop now the novelty of seeing Renathan had worn off, and wriggled with renewed vigour. For a creature meant to be docile, he was certainly spirited. The fae gave up on trying to contend with him and put him down; he toddled right over to Renathan and sat next to his foot, protesting his owner. (4)
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Post by Renathan on May 27, 2020 16:41:00 GMT -6
Renathan was always thinking a little too deeply about things. It was a bad habit that he needed to break as soon as possible. However, he would need to worry about that some other time- today he was here and meeting a friend for another orbaru breeding! "That's great, I'm glad you're doing well." He said, and then he looked at Blush, putting a hand on his hip as he did so. "What're you mad about, little guy?" Renathan said, winking at Jewel. Orbaru were really adorable, it wasn't uncommon for them to be pouty. Starrie wasn't wiggling around like Renathan had expected she would, and when he looked down to see what she was doing, he saw that Starrie had her little tongue out in a blep. How cute!
Whenever Renathan saw that the cute little male had come over, he gently put Starrie down on the floor so that she could meet him. She looks at him excitedly, but seems so shy all of a sudden.
[5]
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Post by Jewel on Jun 4, 2020 22:36:49 GMT -6
Blush had no desire to do anything but stand by Renathan and stomp his feet, little arms crossed over his chest. Why didn't anyone understand? He'd wanted to stay at home in his nest with the babies, and instead he was here, in this funny-smelling place, without his blanket and toys and-- Oh. His eyes widened when a fellow orbaru came into view - she was cute indeed, and made him forget all about his tantrum. She didn't look angry. He gave a cheery boop and waddled up close to take a better look at her. "He's so fickle," Jewel laughed, shaking his head. "He takes one look at a girl and stops being mad. Typical guy, huh?" The line was moving slowly but surely, and they were within the front section, so the Fae shuffled forwards. A lot of first time breeders? It looked like a lot of paperwork was being filled out. (6)
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Post by Renathan on Jun 4, 2020 22:49:31 GMT -6
The stomping was quite curious. Renathan had a few males that stomped, but it hadn't occurred to them that they would see another individual's orbaru being obstinate. It always seemed like folks managed to get their orbaru to come along cordially, but it made him very happy to see that he was not the only one to have difficulty with orbaru sometimes. It was a good thing that Starrie was docile and generally in a good mood, Renathan decided. It would probably help this process along.
Starrie was unsure what to make of the stomping and she was somewhat shy. However, she wasn't frightened of the male. She doesn't move forward too much, but she does give another greeting boop, and whip her tail from side to side. She wanted to play, but she was often ignored by the other orbaru she lived with.
Renathan, on the other hand, chuckled. "Heheh, it seems so! Poor fella, doesn't even know what hit him." Starrie was a cutey, probably one of the prettier orbaru he'd managed to breed in the past. Renathan tilted his head, glancing at the front desk as he moved along in slow cadence with the slow moving line.
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Post by Jewel on Jun 6, 2020 4:15:31 GMT -6
Woah. Blush, like his owner, didn't seem to be bothered by staring - he was fixated on the new female and her pretty coat. She didn't look like any of the orbaru at home! Fascinated, he reached out a little hand to touch the starry markings, booping all the while. Hopefully she wouldn't mind. "Be nice, you," Jewel warned, and laughed at the indignant look Blush shot at him. "Wow. The attitude he gives me, it's crazy... do you have any cheeky orbaru like him? My others are all so chill, it's a shock when he starts acting like a brat." Truthfully, Blush's behaviour was probably down to being spoiled. The fae enjoyed the easy affection he got from orbaru, and was happy to treat them extra well in exchange, but that inevitably led to them throwing tantrums when they couldn't get their own way. Like small, fuzzy children with no speech. (8)
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Post by Renathan on Jun 6, 2020 5:47:48 GMT -6
Starrie was partially extremely interested in having a new playmate, and partially feeling very inadequate. She wasn't sure if she knew how to play! She watched the other orbaru play often, but was never confident enough to actually go over and play with them. However, she was suddenly the center of attention, and she found that she liked having the attention on her. She let the other orbaru touch her, sort of leaning into it just barely while still being as still as possible. He was such a neat pattern! She looked at him with bright eyes.
Renathan couldn't suppress a chuckle at that. "Yeah, I have a few. I've got a custom boy named Lazare, and he's a huge mess! A bit aggressive for an orbaru, not in a mean way?" Renathan gestured for a moment, unable to really describe it. "But all of his offspring are little troublemakers, too." Lazare was an odd cookie.
Blush was a cute orbaru though, and Renathan certainly didn't mind having more of his blood in the group. Starrie was... Shy though. That was the best way he could put it. He hoped that this would give her some much-needed confidence!
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Post by Jewel on Jun 6, 2020 12:53:53 GMT -6
Jewel nodded along. It was funny how that worked out - though customs were excellent on the physical front, they could end up entirely random with their personality. As amusing as it was to cope with shenanigans, one would think they'd have safeguards against potential... 'faults', in attitude. "He sounds like a bundle of joy," He said with a laugh. "Oh, hey, it's our turn. Hi, good morning, we're here to do a breeding... our details are definitely on file already..." While the adults sorted out the official business, Blush was still taking his time playing with Starrie's fur. It was glorious! So soft and pretty, and she didn't seem to mind it being petted, either. That was good. He gave another friendly boop to show that he meant no harm, and tipped his head. It was okay, if she wanted to play a little! She didn't have to be so quiet! (10)
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Post by Renathan on Jun 7, 2020 7:48:45 GMT -6
Customs were often a bit of a mess. Sometimes, Renathan would get one that had an excellently workable personality. Sometimes, they were little nightmares. Now that he thought about it, it was not uncommon for customs to come out with personality issues. He wasn't sure what to make of that information, now that he had it. "Ah- you're right!" Renathan said. He hadn't even noticed they'd gotten closer to the front until he was told. That's what he got for blabbing! Of course, Lazare was quite the odd fellow- Renathan was embarrassed that he could probably go on and on about him.
Starrie was not as quick on the uptake as she perhaps should have been, but it did feel nice to have the attention of another orbaru, and it was nice to be petted, too. She leaned into a bit, and then looked up at him with her pale colored eyes. Oh, did he want to play? His boop sounded really nice! She booped back, sitting back up on her hind legs a bit, and then tilted her head as well. What did he want to play?
She may not know how to play, but she'd like to learn!
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Post by Jewel on Jun 8, 2020 9:29:36 GMT -6
Blush had never met an orbaru who didn't know how to play before! It was strange, and he didn't know where to begin. He tapped his hand against his chin as he thought, as much as an orbaru could manage - it was hardly a complex issue! - and booped his confusion. Hmm. It would have been easier if they had toys around... Luckily for him, it seemed that they were on the move again. The paperwork dealt with, Jewel began making his way across to their given room, keeping in step with Renathan as best as he could. The size difference between them was not so great for his legs! Blush took Starrie's hand and walked with her, eventually leading her into the room and across to the toybox. He remembered this! "Tell me more about Lazare! I'd love an insight into their crazy little minds, you know," The fae laughed. (12)
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Post by Renathan on Jun 10, 2020 6:27:15 GMT -6
Starrie wasn't sure what was going on at first, but then she slowly pieced together that the other orbaru was looking for something. What was he looking for? Could Starrie help? It sure would help if she knew what she was looking for, but she wanted to be helpful, so she drew her attention away from the other orbaru slightly to sniff around. Perhaps he was looking for food? She wasn't hungry right this second, but maybe he was... She gets a snootful of dust and sneezes, surprisingly loudly.
Oh, where were the big ones going? She is quite pleased when the other orbaru took her paw. Oh, this was nice!
Renathan was glad to get the paperwork done- that was admittedly one of his least favorite parts of this- but the other part was when the breeding center was very crowded. Today it didn't seem too bad, and he was thankful for it. The mammalian glanced down to see what the orbaru were doing, and chuckled beneath his breath at the pair holding hands. How cute!
"About Lazare- certainly! But only if you tell me more about your orbaru." He winked, careful to turn his head so that the mask didn't get in the way.
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Post by Jewel on Jun 10, 2020 14:11:58 GMT -6
Jewel grinned. He liked Renathan! The dude was certainly different from anyone he'd ever met, not just in the City but in his whole life, and that was plenty refreshing. It spiced up his life without the use of anything mind-altering. Always a plus. "I've got a few by now. Both of my original two, Carrie and Blush here, have had kids now," He explained, and perched himself on a chair, immediately drawing his legs up to cross them. "They're sweet, but Carrie doesn't love having Blush around the babies. She's a good mom, just... really protective. Blush wouldn't hurt a fly, though. Look at him." The toybox was before them, and Blush was delighted! He let go of Starrie's paw so he could repeat his action from last time - grab the lip of the box and pull it towards him with all the strength an Orbaru could muster! "Renathan, heads up, he's gonna--" Crash! The toys came spilling out around Blush and Starrie just as Jewel covered his ears. "I hate that he's learned that, man." (14)
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