UN: Dovahkiin; video

[bowvahkiin]

[She's annoyed and exasperated, having tried several times with this technology, but it seems that she's completely botched things. There's an alarm blaring in her dome, the bedside clock having gone off hours ago, but refusing to comply with her button smashing. Water is spurting in the sink, one of the faucets having broken off. Despite being a skilled hunter, she's pretty shit and learning how to manage the basic functions of her dome.]

As much as I hate to ask, someone is going to have to show me how to work half of what they've given us. That box with the time is constantly screeching and my indoors water supply is starting to pool on the floor. I've tried hitting it, twisting it, but that flimsy metal just broke off in my hand.

How in the name of the Eight did anyone manage this? It's like it's a trap set up to drive me mad.

My apologies to the neighbors who have to listen to this. I am sure it is driving you to drink the way it is driving me.

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[ulfur]

[ If she was less cute in distress, he might not be quite so inclined to tease. ]

How refreshing. You are already renovating your dome with improvements. I can certainly take a look and bring a bottle or two to toast your accomplishments.

[bowvahkiin]

[Clearly this was something she'd have to work on then.]

I'm sure my neighbors are delighted with the improvements. If they ever need a swim or want to go fishing, they'll soon have a big enough lake to do both.

Just remember in your toast how my genius has greatly improved the domes we're provided. Everyone should be so lucky.

[ulfur]

[ Clearly, but in which direction? Less teasable would be far less fun. ]

I believe my son Robb is your neighbor. He is quite the outdoorsy lad, I'm sure the new lake will be of great interest.

Wine, or something stronger? You sounded quite frustrated.

[ Somehow, after their banter, she sounds a little less so. ]

[bowvahkiin]

[Cuter, obviously. Because why stop the teasing?]

Oh is he? He must have been the one I saw fleeing early this morning when the box started blaring.

Brandy, if you have it. If I have a few glasses, I might see a lakeside house.

[ulfur]

[ An excellent direction. Teasing intensifies. ]

You certainly have made quite the splash. Our corner of the domes is usually a bit quieter, that's for sure.

I think I heard it, come to think of it. I'm just four doors away from yours. But I'll have to make a detour for brandy.

[ At least he has sources. ]

Have you at least gotten the floodwaters under control? I believe there are something called technicians that you can summon with this message system, to come help with your renovations.

[bowvahkiin]

There is only one first impression I can make, I aim to make it a long lasting one.

Only four doors down? Good. If the spring doesn't stop, I can seek shelter in your room. You better not snore.

[She'll just leave that thought there for him.]

Someone is making suggestions to me. He seems to think there is some valve under the sink. I am about to go rummaging around. Excuse my appearance when you arrive, it requires crawling through the lake.

[ulfur]

I'm not in danger of forgetting you any time soon.

Did you just...invite yourself into my room? [ Ned's voice rumbles warm and gravelly. ] And how do you know I don't already have other fair maids taking shelter in my bed? [ Asked most archly. ]

Then I shall leave you to your spelunking, and we can either celebrate your victory when I arrive, or drown ourselves in brandy and water.

[bowvahkiin]

Well, perhaps not you, but my neighbors will know me well now.

I am simply seeking sanctuary in a place where I will be safe. I'm aghast you would think anything obscene, sir. [And no, she didn't think about whether he had other women or not. Honestly, it didn't phase her or put a damper on her teasing.] Then those maids will have to find somewhere else to sleep. Or take the floor.

One or the other, though now there is an added threat to it. If this doesn't work, you will have to endure my presence for a much longer period.

[ulfur]

Oh, of course. I am very coarse-minded for assuming you seek anything but sanctuary. [ Ned grins at her. Just teasing about those other maids. ] It's quite a big bed, Juliel.

Your presence is one thing. Your gift for...renovation is another. One lakefront property is quite enough for this row of domes, don't you think?

[bowvahkiin]

Are you suggesting that I would be so foolish as to make the same mistake twice? You're rather forward, Ned...and perhaps rather observant. I cannot guarantee my temper won't stumble down the same path.

It may be, but mine is bigger.

[ulfur]

We are blunt in the North, and our tongues for courtesy frozen, but our beds are warm and full.

Bigger? Questionable. Wetter? Certainly, if you do not tend to your dam.

[bowvahkiin]

So I gather. How many maidens is it that you suggested occupy your bed?

Once you arrive, I should have the matter in hand.

[ulfur]

Only one at a time, and that's what counts, isn't it? I had a friend who was obsessed with having two at once. That seems more of a handful than is feasible, to me.

Good. Because there are other matters I'd like to have in hand.

[bowvahkiin]

Other matters?

[She's struggling with the valve, but when it finally is shut off, she lets out a sigh of relief.]

What did you have in mind?

[ulfur]

You shall have to wait and see. For now, I bid you good luck in your endeavors.

[ Brandy acquired, he arrives at her door half an hour later. ]

Your drink of choice, as requested. Do you still need any assistance in your emergency repairs, my lady? Perhaps something that requires some manly strength?

[ Ned smirks at her. ]

[bowvahkiin]

[Her dress is soaked up to her thighs. Her hair is a mess after her struggles and she hardly is an alluring sight. She's more than happy to accept the brandy, smiling proudly at the sink.]

Your manly strength is not needed, thank you. I managed to find the valve.

With any luck, I can repair this completely.

[But she'll grin at his chivalry.]

What happened to mocking me?