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[selphie_t]

[ooc: Selphie's permanent effect will be complete memory loss of Ceodore Harvey.

First chronological post goes to Helios. After that, open action for House 11! ^^]

[May 12 Midday

Something's not right.

A week ago, Selphie engaged the Malnosso droids before she'd been kidnapped. They knew their test subject well enough by now to restrain her from trying to fight off the Scientists off. She'd screamed every time they'd shocked her. The constant treatments have left Selphie weak as they'd deposited her in the forest outside of the village. Her clothes were replaced by a gown soaked through by the rain and earth as her eyes finally opened.

There was more done though. Her hair that she'd let grow out over the past two years was sheared back with bits of dried glue stuck into it. She's not fully aware of what they'd done but the downward spiral of confusion has already begun.

Where is she? What's going on? Why does her body hurt so much? There's so many jumbled and confusing thoughts running through her mind as her eyes finally focus. The brunette lies there for quite some time trying to focus on any one thought before she even attempts to sit up.]

W-where...?

[It's not long after she manages to rasp out that one word that Selphie finds herself slumping back over and staring out at the distance. It's taking everything she has just to stay awake until someone finds her. Even then, there's no knowing how long she'll even manage that.

May 13

Wherever Selphie's been taken, the chances of her waking up are slim to none at this point in time. It's going to be better to just let her sleep off the drugs.

May 14

Wherever Selphie finds herself, it's warm, comfortable and familiar. She'll be more alert but still confused and fuzzy on details about Luceti. She'll be in confused but good spirits as she looks down at the blankets tucked around her. She sits up gingerly as the blankets pool around her waist. She looks around the room at its cheery decor and is only left wondering where and what in the world is going on. She swings her feet over the side of the bed and let's them settle on the floor.

She notices the healing bruises for the first time and wonders what happened to her. There's thoughts running through her head but nothing seems to make any sense. Little patches of memories are all that she's gathering as she makes her way to the door. She moves with caution as she opens the door. Her head peeks out to get a look at where she is.]

Hello?

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May 14

[i_speak_softly]

[Don heard about Selphie's return, and came to her house, where her housemates made him wait on the couch while she slept off her injuries. That's where he'll be when she comes out of her room.]

Selphie...

[selphie_t]

[She'd only just come downstairs as she smiles at the giant talking turtle in front of her.]

Hi there.

[i_speak_softly]

[Don makes room on the couch - Selphie probably shouldn't stand too long.]

How are you feeling?

[selphie_t]

[She's feeling just fine but she'll move to settle herself on the couch next to Don. Her legs curl up at her side as she smiles at his question.]

I'm feeling pretty good, thanks.

[i_speak_softly]

[Don doesn't believe her. (Stubborn brothers have made him jaded.)]

I came as soon as I heard. That's - not weird, is it?

[selphie_t]

[But she's not lying. Sure, she's feeling a little guarded because a lot of things aren't making any sense but she really does feel fine.]

No, not at all.

[i_speak_softly]

[That's good, at least.]

Do you want to talk about it? The Malnosso?

[selphie_t]

[Selphie's eyes widen a little bit at the offer to talk about it but she just ends up shaking her head.]

I don't remember what happened.

[i_speak_softly]

[A little disappointing, but his concern for his friend is more important.]

[... His friend that he only has a fake history with. What is he supposed to do here?]

That's okay. Should we talk about something else? Or should I leave you alone?

[selphie_t]

No no! You don't need to leave. You've been waiting for me right?

[i_speak_softly]

[He nods.]

It's what friends do.

[selphie_t]

[She nods cheerfully.]

Right!

[She pauses for a moment as she sobers up a bit.]

I hope I didn't make you wait very long.

[i_speak_softly]

Not at all.

[A white lie. It was a few hours, but he would have waited longer if he had to.]

[selphie_t]

Good! I'm glad.

So, what's up?

[i_speak_softly]

I'm planning to go camping for a few days.

[selphie_t]

[Selphie smiles warmly at that. She has fond memories of camping with her friends.]

That sounds like fun!

[i_speak_softly]

Leo's going with me.

[selphie_t]

[She should know this name... but she can't quite recall. There's a name that sounds familiar in this case but no face to put with it. Selphie shakes her head and frowns.]

Sorry... I don't know who that is.

[i_speak_softly]

... My brother?

[selphie_t]

It's... kinda hard to explain.

[i_speak_softly]

[Don falls silent. Malnosso, he officially hates you all over again.]

[selphie_t]

[Selphie feels crestfallen at his reaction. She reaches a hand out and wraps it around his own before giving it a squeeze.]

I'm Sorry.

[i_speak_softly]

[At least Selphie remembers they're friends. The rest will more than likely be back in a few days.]

[He shakes his head.]

Anyway, I'm looking forward to it. I'm going to try to learn Earth magic.

[selphie_t]

That sounds like fun. Good luck!

[i_speak_softly]

[He shifts awkwardly.]

Do you want me to stay, Selphie? You look like you could use some more rest.