Public It's okay to smile(Jedi)

[Aiden Porte]

(Nothing too crazy, just a little fun party thread for Reina Daival because she is super awesome. Have fun and go at your own pace my friends. Enjoy )

Tags: All Jedi
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The Jedi enclave on Kattada hummed with a quiet anticipation, though its usual solemnity still lingered in the stone corridors and courtyards shaded by towering trees. Jedi Knight Aiden Porte had taken the rare step of bending that orderliness into something warmer, something that did not announce itself with formality or ritual. It was Reina Daival's day, though she did not know it yet.

He had spent the afternoon quietly enlisting help. Initiates, thrilled to be trusted with a secret mission, darted between halls carrying garlands of fragrant jungle blossoms and setting them along the meditation chambers. A group of Knights carefully levitated lanterns into place, their soft glow pooling against ancient carvings that told the stories of the Jedi who had settled here centuries ago. Even the enclave's cooks, more often tasked with austere, simple meals, had joined in with uncharacteristic cheer, preparing pastries from his own world of Naboo, Mirialan spice cakes, and Kattadan fruit compotes, guided by Aiden's suggestions for flavors he knew Reina favored.

In the center of the enclave's atrium, a long table of polished wood had been set up, draped in simple linens dyed a deep blue. At Aiden's request, a bowl of freshly cut reeds from the sanctuary ponds sat at its heart, a reminder of the patience during their rebuilding efforts there. Around the edges of the chamber, he had arranged for datapads to be placed discreetly, filled with images and recordings sent by those who could not travel to Kattada but wished her joy all the same.

As the work continued, Aiden oversaw every detail without letting it feel like command. He guided gently, offering a steady hand to balance a lantern, a soft word of encouragement to the initiates when their excitement threatened to give the surprise away. His own heart carried a quiet warmth, pleased at the unity it had drawn out of the enclave. For once, there were no briefings, no pressing reports of conflict. Just this, an opportunity to remind Reina, and perhaps all of them, that joy had a place in their lives too.

When the last light was hung and the last dish was set steaming on the table, Aiden took a slow breath. He let the living Force flow around him, carrying with it the laughter of those who had helped, the fragrance of blossoms, the echo of anticipation. Soon, Reina would walk through the doors, expecting only the end of an ordinary day. And instead, she would find her enclave family and friends waiting, every face lit not by duty but by affection, every detail a reflection of the care they held for her.

It was not a Jedi Council decree or a great battle won. But Aiden believed, in that moment, that it might mean far more.

 

[Reina Daival]

Tag: Aiden Porte and open to others
Location: Kattada Enclave

For Reina, this was just a typical day. She couldn't sit still. It wasn't her way. Instead she had been out fishing, and here she was walking back to the Temple, with a net full of fish over her shoulder, dripping wet hair and a small smile on her face. There was something in the air that felt strange but it wasn't enough to make Reina worried as she strolled over towards the doors of the Temple.

She gave a simple flick of her wrist towards the door, using the Force to open the way for her, the smile still on her face as the doors gave way to reveal...people. A lot of people. All looking at her. Why were they looking at her? The smile faded from Reina's face almost instantly, as a fierce redness started to creep into her cheeks instead. She hadn't been expecting to come back to an audience.

"What...What's going on?"

A small stutter as her voice rang out through the atrium. She couldn't help the musical tone to her voice that came with being an Ersansyr. This had all caught her off guard. Sure, Reina had been helping out at the Enclave more when she could, when she wasn't training or studying but she hadn't done anything to deserve a gathering like this.

Her eyes darted over towards the food for a moment, biting her lip in contemplation. Chewing at it as she tried to figure out what to do. In the past, Reina would have completely shut down at this show of affection. Refused to acknowledged it and stormed off. That wasn't her anymore, but it was still something she didn't know how to react to. Reina had never been good at surprises.

"I...I'll just...put this...stuff away."

Reina jabbed towards the net, starting to drag it off to the side of the atrium. There was a part of her that presumed someone would probably take it to the store room or the kitchen...but that wasn't going to be Reina for one. She had to go and have some of the pastries at the end of the day. Her sweet tooth wouldn't let her ignore them.

Spoiler: OOC Notes

: Means written/typed communication : < Means Sign Language communication >

 

[Michael Angellus]

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PERSONAL FLIGHT LOG – Entry Personal
Location: – Kattada
Assigned Craft: My X-wing
Astromech Partner: BRED (BB-30)
Current Mood: Busy
Background Noise: I can never hear anything over the spherical Diva.

It was great to see the Kattada Jedi Temple, and grounds coming back to life. It’s a shame that they were not able to completely hold ground and turn the monsters away, but it wasn’t a total loss. Either way. I’m not here to take in the sights. I’m here “on the job”. I’m here to assist with the reconstruction efforts and provide aerial support if needed. My X-wing is ready for any emergencies, and BRED is keeping the systems in top shape. Despite the challenges, it’s rewarding to contribute to such an important mission.

I’m also here to borrow star charts.

“Wooo-beeep.” [Translation: Why are we on this sand dune again?]

Maybe the audio receptors on this little ball of bolts and snark need to be adjusted.

“Weeep-bwoo.” [Translation: I heard that!]

He was meant to.

“Chrrp.” [Translation: Just get the charts and let’s get out of here. I need an oil bath.]

Ugh… wait is that Master Porte’s son, Aiden?
– Michael A.
A beach day is needed… if I had the time.

TAG: Reina Daival | Aiden Porte

This is where he is speaking

 

[Roman Vossari]

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LOCATION: Kattada Jedi Enclave
TAGS: Aiden Porte | Reina Daival | Michael Angellus

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Roman leaned against a stone column, arms crossed loosely, a smirk playing on his lips. He went through the preparations with minimal effort, offering a steady hand or a quip only when absolutely necessary. Otherwise, he'd shrug, muttering that it wasn't his "specialty."

"Remind me again," he drawled to Aiden, falling into step as another lantern was hung, "why we're stuck inside as the sun sets, when there's a beach out there waiting? You've seen it, right? White sand, clear water... it feels like a waste to be in a room that smells of dust and old parchment." His teasing tone held a genuine longing for simple pleasures, a lesson learned from hard experience.

When Reina appeared, water scattering from her clothes, Roman straightened slightly, a flicker of interest in his eyes. She seemed flustered, like a startled bird, and he tilted his head, noticing the faint blush on her cheeks. She didn't enter with the air of someone ready for a celebration; she stumbled in.

As she mumbled about storing fish, Roman leaned towards Aiden, a mischievous glint in his eye. "And who's that?" he asked, letting the question hang before adding with a pointed look, "Don't tell me, another one of your girlfriends?"

 

[Aiden Porte]

Roman Vossari Reina Daival Michael Angellus
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Aiden felt the corner of his mouth twitch at Roman's drawl, though he kept his focus on the lantern hovering between his palms. The young Knight guided it carefully into place, letting the Force steady its sway until it nestled into the alcove. Only then did he answer, voice even but tinged with amusement.


"You'd complain if we were out on the beach too," he said, dusting his hands on his tunic. "Too bright, too hot...." He shook his head, turning slightly to glance at Roman with a smirk. "At least here, all you have to worry about is the smell of parchment."

The gentle hum of the enclave filled the pause, a low murmur of voices, the flutter of flowers being arranged. Aiden let his gaze sweep over the chamber, noting each small detail, the garlands strung across stone, the careful placement of the long table, the faint glow of anticipation that clung to everyone involved. All of it had been worth the quiet effort.

The sound of water striking stone pulled his attention back to the entryway. Reina stood there, damp strands of hair clinging to her face, tunic spattered with drops from whatever task had drawn her away. Her steps faltered as she crossed the threshold, eyes darting to the lanterns, the garlands, the gathering of friends waiting for her.

For a heartbeat, Aiden simply watched. The way her cheeks colored, the way she seemed caught between retreat and laughter, he felt it ripple through the Force as bright as a sunrise.

Roman leaned close, his voice pitched low, laced with mischief. Aiden caught the words, the jab about "another girlfriend,". Aiden laughed and shook his head. "No, she's...."

"She's the reason we're here," he said simply, his eyes not leaving Reina. There was a unison of laughter, smiles, clapping as those gathered faced her, and then declared together.

"Surprise!"

 

[Brooke Waters]

She kept working with her Clan. They rebuilt and strengthened the village of Tidehome, and Brooke had set up a few plans to assist the Jedi. Luckily, Master Starchaser knew the need for expanding the Jedi’s lessons. It was why there was so much symbolism in the teachings of Kattada. She’d worked to help with strengthening the vaults for the Selab artifacts, and have moved some to the Quiet Storm and some were placed in the Xelec. But she was doing some work today to strengthen the reef.

It was simple. Blue Coral, and Golden Sun corals were growing as a barrier in front of the Temple and the connected enclave. While some were working on the protections from the sky, a direct assault, Brooke was working on the reef and protecting the local environment.

Anyone who was around would hear the songs of her spells, and seeing the summoning of growth in the corals, accelerated by the Force. The blonde was at home in the sea, and today, she was waist deep, corals around her feet as the tide was coming in. The heat the sun, a power she knew but didn’t control, for her realm was that of the sea and storms, warmed her skin, and aided her spellwork today.

 

[Reina Daival]

Tag: Aiden Porte Roman Vossari
Location: Kattada Enclave

It was still a struggle for Reina to wrap her head around this surprise. Trying to figure out what exactly she had done to deserve this. There was a small little crease on her nose as she frowned to herself, looking over at the beeping of a droid. She hated those damned things. Bucket of bolts. The only good droid was a destroyed one in her eyes...but she kept that annoyance hidden below her surface. It was something Reina knew she had to get over but today would not be that day.

Instead her gaze fell upon the likely suspect for who orchestrated this entire surprise attack! Aiden Porte . Reina's eyes narrowed at him, ignoring the fact he was talking to someone else right now. Storming her way over towards him, each stomp of her boots slamming into the ground, before she found herself in front of the pair, folding her arms along her front. Even if she was smaller than the pair physically, Reina was making up for that with the size of her annoyance.

"You could have given me some kind of warning. But no. What if I had stayed out all night fishing?"

She waved her hand towards the entrance, as her voice unwillingly sang through the courtyard. No matter how annoyed or angry the redhead tried to sound, her voice came out as if she was singing. Every note being carried on the wind as she ran a hand down her face. It wasn't like she didn't appreciate the gesture. But she hadn't been good with surprises. It was only about now that she fully clicked to someone being next to Aiden as her eyes flickered over towards him, an eyebrow quirking up.

"Who's this? Another one of your charity cases?"

It might have seemed like an insult...Okay, it definitely seemed like an insult, but Reina hadn't meant it that way. In her eyes, she was one of Aiden's charity cases. Someone he was trying to help for no reward in return.

Spoiler: OOC Notes

: Means written/typed communication : < Means Sign Language communication >