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| Author: | disknight |
| Summary: | Azizia stumbles into Crim and Rozalin while on a trip shopping in Ratchet. |
| Rating: | T for Teen |
Azizia is in the streets almost outside of Ratchet, arguing with a vendor about his ridiculous price. "I tell you I have found same product in Booty Bay for half twice price! Why do you treat this as less than it is worth?"
Rozalin sits on the balcony of her Ratchet home. She's in a comfy looking rocking chair sewing a pile of shirts.
Crim hears the familiar voice outside and steps out the door. "Azizia?"
Azizia turns around. "Oh, hello, Mr. Crim! What are you doing in Ratchet?"
Crim says: I've settled down here recently. That and I've been busy with all the conflict going on in the region. *He frowns a bit*
Rozalin squints up from the balcony, "Big guy, what's goin on down there?"
Azizia looks around. "I didn't see conflict here. Only stores," she shrugs. She squints and looks at the balcony. "Oh! Ms. Rozalin?"
[Rozalin]: Oh, hey! Fancy seein you here! *She smiles and waves. She tries to stand up but winces and grabs her back. It takes her a few times but she finally manages it.*
Rozalin 's belly is very big. She's got a cropped shirt and a skirt on now, so with her sewing out of the way it's in plain view.
Azizia 's eyes widen as she notices that Rozalin is pregnant. She knew it! "I know both of you… But did not know you knew each other." She frowns slightly.
Crim smiles a bit self consciously, "We're friends from the Brawler's Guild… Though the past few months it's become a bit more than that as you can see."
[Rozalin]: Well don't just stand out there. Ask if she wants to come inside! *Roz puts her hands on her hips and shouts from the balcony.*
Azizia tilts her head. She looks Crim. Then Rozalin. Then Crim. Then Rozalin. Then Crim. Then Rozalin. "… How so? Are you being protected from threats by Mr. Crim?"
[Rozalin]: I guess? He's the daddy. Finally snagged myself a man for good I guess. *she chuckles* Hang on. Lemme get downstairs. *She disappears inside.*
[Azizia]: He's… *The gaze going from one of the two to the other begins again.* Is… Are you adoptive father, Mr. Crim? Or can humans and orc…
Crim says: It would seem so. *Rozalin finally waddles her way out the front door and steps underneath Crim's arm so it rests on her shoulder.*
[Azizia]: I… Did not expect this.
[Azizia]: I mean, I had guessed pregnancy last time we saw each other, Ms. Rozalin, but…
Rozalin blushes, "Yeah hehe… It was kinda sudden even for us."
[Azizia]: How long have you been together? *Azizia frowns, still a little confused.*
[Rozalin]: October I think? *Roz looks up at Crim*
Crim says: About since then, yes. We grew closer after her situation with the Defias and the Westfall Brigade.
[Azizia]: Is this why you moved here, Ms. Rozalin? Because of what happened then?
[Rozalin]: Sorta? I still got the farm and all, but… I want our little guy to have their pa, ya know? *She looks up at Crim fondly*
[Azizia]: Yes, of course. He would not be accepted in Human land… *She looks to the side.* Do others… know?
[Rozalin]: A-a few do, yeah… Been keepin it a bit on the down low just to be safe, though… Quit Cobalt Company too so it didn't become a whole thing with that… *she winces*
[Azizia]: Of course… I… I am sorry you have to hide like this.
Crim squeezes Roz's shoulder, "All the more motivation to end this war quickly. The Earthen Ring is stronger united, to say nothing of the Alliance and Horde."
[Azizia]: Do you think end of war will make it okay in other's eyes? I do not wish to be downer, but it seems… little more complicated.
Crim says: I know it will take time, and the healing process will be painful, but I do not believe that the Alliance and Horde should be enemies.
[Rozalin]: Better question: why are we standin around out here talkin? Why don't you come inside? I'll fix ya somethin to eat.
[Azizia]: Ah, it is okay, I am not hungry! I will come inside gladly, though. *She smiles at the two of them.*
[Rozalin]: Well come on then. *Roz grabs Crim's wrist and drags him inside.*
[Azizia]: Not to be mean, Mr. Crim, but I was very hateful of orcs before, and it did not take a truce for me to stop hating. It took Wrathgate to realize we all died same. It will maybe be… very, very long time, even after peace.
Crim motions to a seat for Azizia.
Crim sits down as well. "That is understandable. The draenei have more reason to hate us than anyone. I once hated the humans too for how they humiliated us in defeat, but I have since grown to understand them."
[Azizia]: Regardless… I am happy you two are happy. Shouldn't you sit too, Ms. Rozalin?
[Rozalin]: Just a second. You thirsty? *she shuffles through cupboards seeing what she has on hand*
[Azizia]: Always! I will take water, it is rather hot here, a bit like in Uldum. Then, maybe beer, please!
[Rozalin]: Hmmm… I don't keep much on hand these days but… Ah! There we go! Guy I was playin cards with couldn't pay up so he gave me these. *Roz holds up a couple bottles of beer* I think his buddies gave him a piece of their mind after for givin em to me seein how I am, but. *Roz chuckles*
Azizia chuckles. "It is sure that you should not be one to drink those right now. I am glad to get them out of your hands."
Rozalin opens a bottle and hands it to Azizia. She cracks open another to give to Crim with a look that suggests he should drink it whether he likes it or not.
Crim says: She doesn't like wasting food.
[Azizia]: I do not like it either! We would never have wasted in Nagrand. We did not have much, in hiding.
Crim chuckles, "It was much the same in Lordaeron for me."
Rozalin fetches herself a glass of water and finally takes a seat. She groans at the effort but looks much more relaxed once she's seated.
Azizia drinks water as well first. The heath! She grows silent for a moment. "Do you have someone to check on you, for pregnancy? Healer? Midwife?"
[Rozalin]: Yeah. There's this sweet girl, Jenzelle, if you know her. She's been checkin up on me and stuff. So far so good. Only a bit over a month left now. Can't @#%$ing come soon enough. *She gives a wry grin* I feel like I'm bout to pop.
Crim says: My mother has also offered to come and help with the birth. She's no healer, but she's has some experience with me at least. I've helped with a couple deliveries myself as well.
[Azizia]: I mean… this is half-orc baby. Probably will be big, bigger than human baby very likely. *She wrinkles her nose. She expects it to be a little difficult for the human.*
[Azizia]: Then it sounds like you have good company! It is good. I would not want you to do this alone because you have to hide.
[Rozalin]: Yeah. * Rozalin says in a somewhat exasperated tone* This guy here keeps trying to hype me up for it. Tellin me I'm all strong and crap. *she smiles and jabs Crim with her elbow.*
Crim says: It's true. *he says with a smile.* And I thank you for your kind words. We are fortunate to have understanding comrades.
Azizia shrugs. "It is not kind words. I simply tell truth," She bites her lower lip slightly. "I meant to say, Mr. Crim. Thank you very much for help as healer and for lessons of yours."
Crim says: We are both members of the Earthen Ring. We should share and preserve our knowledge. That is why the tauren founded it centuries ago.
[Azizia]: Actually, I have not joined Earthen Ring yet. Maybe I will, but I want to stay loyal to Cobalt Company. I believe they do right thing, even if they are not… neutral to Horde and Alliance conflict.
[Azizia]: Which is what I wanted to say after thanks. I will not be seeking lessons from you for now. Maybe if I join Earthen Ring. But for now… I have to side with Company in this conflict. I very much appreciate all you taught, that does not change.
Crim nods seriously, "I understand. Matters of allegiance are not always so simple…" Crim grunts knowingly, "Nevertheless, we will never reach understanding unless someone takes the first step." He reaches to massage the back of Roz's neck.
[Azizia]: Of course. Which is why I am not against joining Earthen Ring, and I think Company is not either.
Crim says: That at least is good to hear.
[Azizia]: Do you think… What will you do when baby is born? While you wait for war to end, I mean. Stay here? Raise in different city?
[Azizia]: I feel goblin cities are great for this. They will not judge or care, as long as you give money.
[Rozalin]: Yeah… So far I'm thinkin I'll stay put here until things calm down a bit… *She frowns* I wanna raise our kids in Westfall, but… I'm just not sure I can. I don't wanna keep em away from Crim like that…
[Azizia]: Even though, it may be difficult to raise child of orc and human in Westfall… If things do not change fast enough, you will have to keep them hidden from others. For everyone's safety…
[Azizia]: I do not wish to make you sad when I say this, just to warn you. It will not be easy.
Rozalin purses her lips and tries to bite back some words until Crim interjects, "We know it won't be easy. Nothing in the world ever has been. That doesn't make it not worth it to fight."
[Azizia]: Of course, child is worth fighting for. *Azizia has been taking big sips of her beer.* That is most important thing in all of this.
[Rozalin]: Yes. *She takes a big breath and rubs her belly.* I feel like everyone looks at me like I'm crazy when I say it, but this is the happiest I've been in… maybe since ever… *She frowns* I've lost a lot, but… Now I feel like I still got somewhere I belong and people I gotta stick around for.
[Azizia]: I am happy you found this, even if there is adversity. There will always be, I know, but life maybe has more in store still. You are happy, though, it is what matters! *She finishes her beer.* You are all strong and crap. I think it will be okay.
Rozalin chuckles a little then winces and grabs her back. "Thanks, Azizia. For now I just can't wait to push this thing outta me. Drivin me crazy." Her belly starts wiggling and she laughs, "Damn, got him all worked up now."
[Azizia]: Hm. Looks like orc fighting spirit. *She closes her eyes and gives a small nod.* Thank you very much for drink, I have to go back to shopping before I go back to Stormwind.
Crim says: Of course. Spirits watch over you.
Rozalin tries to get up but quickly gives up, "Hey and… Thanks for comin to visit." She gets a little misty eyed, "I don't get many visitors these days so… It means a lot to me…"
[Azizia]: Well, it was total accident,but I am glad of this accident. I can come by from time to time. Check up on you and baby. I come here often for goods to buy.
Rozalin cracks a grin, "Sounds like a plan."
[Azizia]: Spirits be with you too. *Azizia bows.* I will see you soon.