[009]

[fortune_sought]

[Sophie is in the Town Square again, though this time with a very large shopping bag set on the ground at her feet. while she is standing calmly enough, there are some subtle signs of the anxiety and exhaustion that she's been feeling lately. her hair isn't quite as neat as usual, and her dress looks a tad wrinkled. in fact, it's a new dress--forest green, edged in lace, but a very simple design overall. the skirt of it is very loose, clearly designed with plenty of leeway, for a reason that those looking closely at her might notice. at this point in her pregnancy, Sophie has started to show a small baby bump]

Hello again, everyone. [she clasps her hands in front of her as she talks, that calm expression becoming a bit more nervous. she glances around, as though concerned about being overheard, before she continues] Many of you asked me for charms before, and I've finished them all. If you'd like to meet me in the Town Square, I have them here.

This would also be a good opportunity to discuss other recent...events, as well. In person is best, I think. [she smiles somewhat grimly]

I look forward to talking to all of you. [reaching out to the CAT, she ends the transmission]

[ooc: Feel free to use this post as a mingling post! You can interact with Sophie, or you can interact with each other in the Town Square so that information can freely be shared. Also, feel free to notice the baby bump or not as you prefer~]

Comments

[bit_impossible]

[he hasn't let go of her hands yet] And I gather that might take him a while then? Will he be done bragging by the time you're ready to have the baby?

[fortune_sought]

[she snorts] I doubt it. You don't know Howl. [but she's still smiling, all the same]

[bit_impossible]

[and it's here he lets go of her hands, but it's a gentle release before he tucks his own into his pockets] Maybe one day I will! But for now, I'll just have to go with what you've told me--which isn't all that unusual, actually. You wouldn't believe the things I know about my friends' significant others. I used to have one, ohhh, so long ago now who would talk about his girlfriend constantly. Felt like I knew her all my life by the end.

[fortune_sought]

[wryly] Yes, well, you would probably be glad you haven't known Howl all your life.

But... [she pauses, putting a hand to her abdomen] It will be so good to see him again.

[bit_impossible]

Yeah. [smiles warmly] Will you be all right on your own?

[fortune_sought]

[she nods, realising he means to leave] Yes, of course. But Doctor--do tell me if you learn anything new?

[because as excited as she is about her baby, there's still a situation at hand to worry about]

[bit_impossible]

[making sure she stays safe is exactly why he has to leave. his smile fades, his expression going into serious mode.] I will do. And once you're done, get back to your townhome and don't go alone. [puts a hand on her shoulder] Be careful, and contact me or anyone else you feel comfortable with when you're ready.

[fortune_sought]

[her tone is firm] I'm perfectly fine, Doctor. Of course I'll be careful. You should do the same.

[bit_impossible]

I will do. You know me. [gives her shoulder a squeeze and turns to walk away. he has to continue his investigations, after all, but he throws a smile at her over his shoulder before he's too far away]