[Maverick Hunter Zero]

< Mari, Time for Arle to have some fun and meet the girl her costume is based upon. heirtothemonado, if you feel up to it... Send Phosphora to accompany Arle. >

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Spring, the only season where there were no problems to have been heard of, and it was also the time that the cherry blossoms were in bloom. Thankfully no problems were a good thing, especially when someone decides to enjoy the scenery and observe the cherry blossoms as they bloom. It was as this time that one would see a young girl sitting in the shade of one such tree, her weapon of choice at her side as she sat in 'the' position eyes closed and in deep concentration, as though she were communicating with the spirit of her father with no hint of strain on her body. When a petal of one of the many cherry blossoms came fluttering down however, a sudden slash so fast that that the naked eye couldn't even see what happened occurred, causing the petal to split cleanly in half and causing people to cast a weary glance at the girl before turning back to their own business.

"Looks like things might be a little akward here..." the girl said to herself, her katana back on the ground at her side as she continued her concentration.

[Mari]

"Ehehe... Miss? Is everything alright?" a nervous voice asked from not far off--probably just outside of cutting range from where Sakura sat. Before Sakura stood a pretty young auburn haired girl with golden eyes and an inviting smile on her face. She looked to be Sakura's age, with the both of them being a mere inch apart in height. She also seemed a little scared of that reaction of Sakura's, judging by the way she fidgetted anxiously where she stood. She'd likely seen what happened to cherry blossoms a moment ago and wasn't too eager to see the same happen to her body. "Sorry for bothering you. It's just you seemed a little on edge." Arle promptly apologized, performing a rather clumsy looking curtsy. It didn't seem like she'd practiced that gesture a lot. Perhaps more interesting than her smile or those unusually colored eyes was the outfit she was wearing. She was wearing the same Hakama and Kimono Sakura was, down to the floral designs on her sleeves, the bow in her hair and the swor--Well actually, that wasn't a katana. It was a double-edged long-sword by the looks of it. Arle had been learning to try dressing up a bit more instead of just wearing whatever she was comfortable with--that being her one favorite outfit. But this was really fun! She felt beautiful and exotic--and also at risk of being stabbed, but that had little to do with her clothes.

[Maverick Hunter Zero]

"It's alright, I tend to do this when I get the time to do so." Sakura said calmly as she opened her eyes to look at the person before her. It was like deja-vu as Sakura noticed that the two were in matching clothes, which kinda surprised her. "Those look good on you by the way." she added as she stood up, the height difference noticable.

Suprisingly enough, Sakura smiled and gave the girl a gentle pat on the head, almost like a mother being nice to her child. "It's a pleasure to meet you, I am Sakura Shinguji; may I ask for your name?" Sakura said in that familiar calm voice.

[Mari]

Arle seemed to beam at Sakura's compliment. She was having a lot of fun experimenting with her look! However, she promptly flinched when the other reached out to touch her chestnut hair. A little shiver ran down her back as her head was pat. That gesture felt... familiar, but distant. She couldn't quite place her finger on where she'd last felt it, but it wasn't a bad feeling at all. Her eyes lit up with a certain curiosity as she returned to meeting the other's eyes. She... wanted to know more of whatever had just happened, as much as she was too unsure of herself to ask. After a brief moment, a little giggle of amusement escaped her. "Thanks~! I think they look really pretty on you too~" Arle replied, becoming timid again at that last part. As much as she was silently admiring Sakura's looks, she was reticent with those feelings. She didn't want to give Sakura the idea that she didn't respect her. "My name's Arle Nadja. Is it... okay to say that I already feel comfortable around you?" Arle replied before asking in a somewhat hesitant, self-conscious tone. She was trying to communicate her appreciation for the way the other had greeted her just now.

[Maverick Hunter Zero]

"Thanks, I also feel comfortable around you for some reason or another." Sakura said politely, glancing at the nearest cherry blossom tree. The trees had a kind of serenity about them and it was quite pleasant to often come and watch the the trees burst into bloom and watch as petals fall like pink snowflakes during the spring. But after a moment, Sakura began to sniffing the air a bit and despite the air being brisk and crisp, a unique scent seemed to reach her nose.

"Is it me, or do I smell curry?" Sakura asked, pondering what to do, besides; she just met Arle, she didn't want to upset her or jump the gun in asking one too many questions, as that would be an overload on ones brain and they would probably feel put off by this.

[Mari]

Well that was nice. It wasn't often she felt that way about a relative stranger. Best not to look that gift horse in the mouth. However, Sakura soon pointed out something Arle hadn't picked up on. ...Curry? Here?? She didn't know too many places in the life sphere that served curry. It was a rather unusual scent to pick up in general. Looking about, Arle tried to pick up on it as well but couldn't. She was too used to the way she smelled. "Really? ...Where's it coming from?" Arle eagerly asked. As if she could ever turn down her favorite food. She at least wanted to know if there was a new restaurant around. However, nothing around her suggested there was any curry to be found. Arle pondered this for a long moment before it finally occured to her.

"--Sorry, that might be me. I had some for lunch. I guess it's lingering around." Arle bashfully explained. And indeed, if Sakura investigated further she would find that Arle smelled rather appetizing. Curry spice had a rather potent scent that overpowered her own for the most part. No wonder monsters frequently tried to munch on her!

[Maverick Hunter Zero]

"I see. No wonder the scent caught me off guard, though I do have to say... You have to invite me to where you go to make that delicious curry." Sakura said kindly, her curiosity slightly piqued.

One could tell that there was a interesting air of calmness surrounding the girl, and if Arle took the time to notice it; she would be able to sense a kind of spiritual energy surrounding Sakura, kind of like an aura that is friendly to anyone who met her whether it be through just socializing or sparring with her in the arena(see Sakura Shinguji Vs. Pit for details), it was always there, just invisible to anyone without a modicum of magic coursing through their veins.

[Mari]

"Oh--I make it myself~!" Arle proudly replied, oblivious to the implication that she smelled delicious. You and every monster on Li, Sakura. "It's hard to get all of the ingredients, but I tend to add curry spices to other things when I can't make a proper curry dish." Arle explained, hesitating a moment before continuing. "I can also turn enemies and people into curry, which is a lot easier but you have to be up for chowing down on whoever that curry is." Arle explained. It came as no surprise to her that no one was lining up to help her practice that method of 'cooking'.

Arle did pick up on Sakura's aura, but she wasn't especially good at reading it. All she knew was that it was a nice aura. "I'd be happy to make some for you anytime~" Arle offered, folding her hands behind her and smiling brightly.