[she can't help but laugh at that mental image] It'll be hard for you two to have a serious brawl if you're handing out compliments with every moment.

Mm, I remember. The soft glow of lanterns, people playing their instruments to practice, parts of grand stories being recited to test their tone... and, of course, eager vendors setting up their marketplace. [she sighs, also sounding wistful] I remember before the festival would start, I would lead Shirley down one of the pathways and only attempt to keep her hands away from the merchandise.

[And Stella's finding this hilarious since now they know how it feels to be a crystal eren who has to take some time to cast a spell when there's monsters all around and the iron erens are off doing their own thing, but she'll do her best to stop sounding so amused] Charging your abilities with magic would soon be abandoned, then. Still, it would be useful to learn how to wield it as if it were eres...

I was the only one who really scolded Shirley and tried to teach her that simply picking up such things was unacceptable. Everyone else would practically give their crafts to her. [thus the reason why she's so spoiled :\ There's only so much one person can do against a village who adores Shirley] When I was old enough to have my teriques, I became one of the storytellers of the village when a festival would come along. I wasn't the best one, but it was still enjoyable to do.

It depends on the supporter... Their magic might not be strong enough to affect the enemy as much as an experienced user. They may be better off supporting the close range fighter than to try and attack the enemy itself. Also, it wouldn't do well to attract the enemy's attention. If they remained hidden and gave the fighter their support from there, that may be best.

W-Well, I... [you're making her blush, Walter :\] I... suppose I could've been. You could say I played the role of Shirley's parents when we were out together. We had a caretaker for many years, but when she died, I had to take responsibility.

It does sound like a fine idea. I'll have to share this with Senel... It'd be good for him to have something to do as well.

[Because he's Merinessexual :\] It was a little difficult, but I grew used to it. And besides, I think it's good experience for what'll happen in a couple of weeks.

[It's pretty easy to get a good idea of how he works with Stella around] He most likely will. But as long as the practice sessions are short, it shouldn't be too much trouble. It'll take much more than that for him to consider it, though. Maybe after the baby is born...

[He really did. :\ Maybe he can do it through roleplay?] I did. For the most part, it was really enjoyable. I suppose that's why I've grown attached to some of the residents here... [mothering them and all.]