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Post by Morgan Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 17:06:48 GMT -8
*Morgan walked along, doing her best to commit this new section of the jungle to memory as they forged a new path. The forest here actually seemed more like a typical forest and less like the jungles or forests throughout the rest of the world, though still with its own unique touches here and there. The world was even more fantastic than she realized; seemed her mother still had many surprises for her.
Morgan's infatuation prevented her from noticing the water in the distance until Jake and Terra pointed it out. She looked to her left and listened. She wasn't particularly sure if she knew this river, if it was one they had been to or another. She was at least pretty certain that it wasn't the river she was used to seeing. But that was why they were out here: To explore new territories. As Terra wondered aloud where it was going, Morgan grinned and walked off the path they were taking.*
Let's go find out!
*She traversed the woods as they made their way toward the river. When they reached the edge, she decided to follow it downstream, deducing it was a new river. Now, as Morgan grinned, it was time to see where this river led them.*
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Post by Jake Palmer Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 17:18:11 GMT -8
*Jake was right behind Morgan as they diverted paths and headed through the forest, though it wasn't until he put his hand on a tree that he realized just how different the jungle was out here and was slightly amazed. But he kept on with Morgan, again taking a glance behind him every now and then to check on Terra. They reached the river and followed it downstream. A fish might jump here and there, or they'd pass a lazy amphibian lying upon a rock, or something scurry through the bushes and trees beside them.
Something about this part of the jungle made him feel like he was on another planet entirely, not that he didn't love Felucia's jungle, but this was a bit refreshing as well. He smiled and even skipped every couple of steps, enjoying the walk. As they continued onward, the river appeared to lead into a cliff wall. He frowned, wondering if the river changed path just before the face. But that was not the case, as a tunnel leading into the cave became apparent.
His eyes widened, but Morgan seemed to have no intention of stopping, so in they went. The ground was slick, and Jake gripped Morgan's hand instinctively, not wanting her to slip and fall. Crystals on the walls glittered, providing light in the cave. Jake was amazed, and was glad Morgan decided to keep going; he really wanted to see where this ended up. He never suspected there was a cave like this on the planet, and now he was really glad they decided to go somewhere else today...*
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2013 17:27:42 GMT -8
Terra smiled and continued to follow Jake and Morgan as they started following the river downstream, and she was now fairly certain that this wasn't the same river she had seen with Morgan the other day. As they walked, they soon came to a cave, where the river continued to flow, and she guessed that the river had carved a path through the side of the cliff. Morgan was intent on exploring it and she found herself curious as to what was inside. Hopefully nothing dangerous but they had Rush to scout ahead and Morgan's connection to the planet to warn them in case there was. But she wasn't worried.
Entering the cave, it wasn't nearly as dark thanks to the light provided by the glittering crystals on the cave walls, but it was still much less bright than it was outside. It was kind of pretty, actualy, though nothing compared to when the jungle lit up at night. It was much better than trying to find their way through a pitch black hole in any case.
She stepped carefully, as the ground was a bit slick."I wonder how deep this cave goes..."
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Post by Morgan Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 17:55:48 GMT -8
*The cave was already a fantastic find; Morgan had never seen a river flow through a cave in person before. The ground was indeed slick, but her bare feet made it a little easier to find footholds and walk without fear of falling, though Jake taking her hand to help her keep her balance was a welcome gesture; her brother was so protective of her, but a lot of the time Morgan only found it helpful or endearing, or both.
Morgan was already fully intent on seeing where the cave went, but when Terra asked, Morgan grinned and looked over her shoulder.*
That's what I wanna know!
*So she continued onward, down the slippery trail. Eventually the cave opened up a little more and drier walkways were made available. There weren't many creatures in the cave, apart from the normal Felucian snails and maybe a few insects. The water seemed to branch apart through slopes and small falls before converging once more at a lower point, while the cave itself only opened further up, and—*
Wow!
*Morgan was awestruck by what she saw: A large underground lake, with a mouth that continued the river's flow to what appeared to be just outside the cave. Cracks and openings in the ceiling allowed chinks of light through, beams cast here and there. Coupled with the lights of the sparkling crystals, it made for a breathtaking sight.
After allowing herself a moment to take it in, Morgan didn't wait for further reactions or even make any other comments; she only started to climb down the steep wall separating the level they were on with the lake level below. Once on the ground again, she turned and approached the water's edge, awestruck. She didn't know such a thing like this could exist! This was an amazing find! Giggling, she turned to look toward Jake and Terra.*
This was a good idea!
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Post by Jake Palmer Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 18:01:52 GMT -8
*Onward they went, and Jake was glad the rock was turning dry; he was having the slightest trouble trying to navigate the slick ground with his shoes on. Again he wished he had come barefoot, but he'd get through this; maybe if they stopped soon, he could pull off his shoes and stuff them in his bag, or something. Either way, they—
Woah.
Jake was struck speechless as they happened upon the sight of the underground lake. That... was amazing! He'd never seen anything like it, and— And Morgan was already climbing down to get closer to it. He quickly turned to follow, making his way down the wall and then walking up beside Morgan. When she claimed that going this way was a good idea, he grinned and nodded.*
Yeah, this is great!
*... water. A lake. Morgan would no doubt suggest they go swimming. Uh oh. Wait, was there anything in that water? He hoped not... The one lake they normally swam in was free of living creatures, but this was attached to a river, one they had seen to have creatures within earlier. Did any of them end up in here? Jake almost shivered thinking of the idea of just swimming along and suddenly being brushed by a fish.
Or worse.*
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2013 18:16:43 GMT -8
Terra was silent again as they made their way down the path, the surface becoming less and less slick as the cave slowly widened. Then they reached the spot where the cave opened up to reveal the underground lake and Terra's jaw dropped. Morgan and Jake had similar expressions as they beheld the sight of the underground lake. Truly a magnificent sight to behold, and now she was very glad that they had decided to find someplace new. Just another beautiful sight to add to the many she had seen since coming to Felucia.
She followed Morgan down to the edge of the lake and stood beside her and Jake at the lake's edge, and she nodded in agreement."It's beautiful..."She wasn't sure she needed to ask what Morgan wanted to do next, but Terra couldn't swim and she didn't want to get her clothes wet. Maybe she would have to sit this one out, much to her disappointment.
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Post by Morgan Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 19:55:56 GMT -8
*Jake and Terra seemed to agree that this was a good idea, and Morgan giggled again and looked at the lake. She wanted to swim in it, she really did, but this was unfamiliar territory. What if there was something big in the water? But then, how would it have gotten in here anyway? The river didn't seem that deep, and was a little shallower from the cave's entrance until now.
Oh. Right. She had powers linking to the planet for a reason.
She closed her eyes and extended her senses outward, checking for presences of life in the water, particularly for anything dangerous. There... wasn't much there. Maybe some fish, which wasn't really a big deal. Well if that was the case... she turned at the waist toward Jake and Terra and grinned.*
Swimming, anyone?
*Not a moment later, her gear and dress hit the ground and she jumped with a yell into the water. After she disappeared with a splash, she resurfaced, spat out some water, then grinned and swam toward the shore, putting her elbows up on the edge and giggling up at them, waiting to see what they would do. The water was a bit cold, and she shivered to show it, but it was easier to get used to it when you went in all at once.*
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Post by Jake Palmer Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 20:11:34 GMT -8
*Once the awe of the location wore off, Morgan, as if operating on a schedule, had her clothes off and she was in the water, though she was clearly shivering when she surfaced. She'd asked if they were going to swim too, and Jake smiled as he was about to comply before a part of his brain reminded him that Terra was here. He brought his trunks along, yes, but looking around the area, it didn't really seem like there was anywhere safe to change, so...*
Th-that's okay Morgan, I'll sit out this time.
*He gave her a nervous smile, then Terra as well before just sitting down on the ground, taking off his bag and setting it in his lap. Lokay, who had to be shooed when Morgan undressed, crawled over beside him, sitting down next to him and watching his owner play in the water. Jake smiled and stroked his scales, watching Morgan and waiting for Terra's reaction, though he imagined it would be much like his. Not that he'd be disappointed if she chose to— What was he thinking?! He shook his had and grimaced, trying not to think about it. It was Terra's business what she did, not his...*
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2013 20:49:24 GMT -8
Terra was not in the least bit surprised when Morgan's dress and pack were on the ground, and she giggled as Morgan hit the water. The water looked a bit colder than the other two lakes she had been in the previous days, and she slipped off her boots and socks, then stuck her foot into the water. The water was indeed colder, but not too much and it would probably be bearable for a little while. But the question was whether or not she should remove her clothing in front of Jake. At first thought it wouldn't be appropriate to be naked in front of the boy, but then again maybe Morgan was testing them both. On second thought, she wanted to swim and she didn't want to get any of her clothes wet.
Well maybe there was a way. Maybe if he looked away while she undressed and she stayed beneath the water? Well that would work for a time, until she got too cold. She could leave her underwear on, but that would be rather uncomfortable to wear while drying off. And she wasn't going in fully clothed, lest she catch a cold from soaking her entire outfit. She weighed these options for a few moments, and she sighed softly.
She turned to look at Jake, her face reddening."Um...Jake? Can you....look away for a moment? Or...close your eyes..."Her face was still very red, but she really wanted to go into the lake. She just hoped that Jake wouldn't mind too much.
Terra waited until Jake wasn't looking at her before quickly pulling all of her clothes off and hastily stuffing them into her bag. She then quickly slipped into the water with Morgan, gasping when she felt how cold it was, at least compared to the other lakes. Her face was still red as she crouched down until the water reached to just below her shoulders, obscuring everything else from view. She giggled nervously at Morgan."I h-hope he d-doesn't mind..."
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Post by Morgan Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 21:12:03 GMT -8
*Morgan made a mock-disappointed noise and pretended to pout at Jake when he declined to join. Then she genuinely frowned, confused. He'd brought his swimsuit, so why didn't he just join in? But upon a look around the area, it seemed that there weren't really any areas to change behind, so of course he would chicken out. She grinned again, shaking her head, then waited for Terra's response... though she knew it would be much the same.
... or not? Terra was asking Jake to look away for a moment? Morgan's eyes widened, then, after Jake complied, Terra was soon dressed identically to Morgan, and she was lowering herself into the water. Morgan grinned and released the edge, swimming backwards a little away as Terra expressed hopes that Jake wouldn't mind, with a stammer, causing Morgan to giggle and look at the shore.*
I'm sure he doesn't mind, do ya Jake?
*She giggled again and waited to see how Jake would react. Would he cave in now, or would Terra's current nudity only make him even more reluctant? Or, possibly, eager? She grinned to herself; she'd just have to see.*
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Post by Jake Palmer Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 21:41:56 GMT -8
*Strangely, Terra wasn't coming to a decision as quickly as Jake would've thought. And when she finally spoke, she... She was asking him to turn away or close his eyes?! She was going to join Morgan?! Jake's eyes widened and he was stunned, though soon he realized he wasn't doing as asked and he quickly shook his head and stammered.*
Er, yeah, I, sorry, I— I'll do that now.
*He blushed and shuffled around so that his back was to Terra, then for extra measure shut his eyes. ... then for further measure covered his closed eyes with his hands. Why was he being this nervous? It wasn't like he didn't want to look at Terra— What kind of thought was that?! His face grew more red and he was thankful he was turned away so no one could see it. He then heard Terra lowering herself into the water and hoping Jake didn't mind... Well, that was nice that he cared about his feelings on the matter, and he really didn't mind, as long as Terra didn't mind, and—*
Hey!
*He turned his head toward her, looking indignant. Then he realized he was looking in Terra's direction and looked away again, even though she was submerged so it didn't matter. Now he had to ponder his options... Morgan wasn't wrong, for sure— Ignoring that, but still, to make that insinuation... Ugh. What'd he do now? He looked into his lap, thinking. He could just sit here, or change into his trunks, or take the third option. But did he want to?
... yes he did.*
Um, c-could you not look for a sec too? Well, I guess Morgan doesn't have to, b-but Terra, c-could you? Please?
*Wow, this was already embarrassing. He waited for Terra to look away—Morgan, clearly to tease him, did as well—and Jake, with a grimace, quickly removed his own clothing and then he too jumped in the water. When he surfaced, he shivered violently.*
Eep! It's c-c-cold!
*He responded by kicking out his legs and waving his arms out wildly to try to warm himself up. ... then he realized just how close he was to Terra and, with a soft squeak, swam backwards away from her. Not out of fear, just out of... uncomfortabileness. Was this a bad idea? "No!" he told himself. This was okay. Something told him it was anyway. He grinned nervously, then turned away slightly. ... maybe this was a bad idea. No it wasn't! Ugh, he'd goofed again, hadn't he...*
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2013 22:01:37 GMT -8
Terra nodded and quickly averted her gaze from Jake, closing her eyes just to be safe. He hadn't looked at her while she was undressing so it was only fair that she do the same thing. She waited until she heard the splash that signaled Jake's arrival in the lake before opening her eyes and turning back around, giggling nervously and blushing a little. Well now all three of them were naked and in the lake, no doubt just as Morgan planned. It wouldn't surprise Terra at all if this was what Morgan had wanted all along.
She shivered a little and looked towards Jake as he squeaked nervously and swam away from her. She couldn't blame him for not wanting to be too close to her, but really he hadn't been close enough to make her nervous, at least not more nervous than she already was. She had never been undressed in front of a boy before, after all..."S-so...what do we d-do now?"
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Post by Morgan Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 22:14:52 GMT -8
*So it wasn't just Terra, but Jake was joining in as well. Well, this was hardly what she had expected, but she wasn't complaining. She grinned, and indeed she turned away as he undressed just to tease him. Normally neither of them would care, and she was sure he still didn't care if Morgan watched, but the moment was too good to pass up. Then he jumped in, surfacing and declaring that it was cold before squeaking and swimming away from Terra. Morgan giggled loudly and lightly splashed at him.*
Stop it, Jake, she doesn't have cooties or anything!
*She giggled again and tread water beside Terra, grinning at Jake. For the time being, she'd let Jake respond, hoping he had some sort of retort to her comment. Preferably more funny awkward retorts. It wasn't that she wanted to torment her brother, she just thought it was silly when he was tongue-tied. And she'd completely welcome it if he managed to pull it off on her too sometime...*
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Post by Jake Palmer Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 22:27:59 GMT -8
*Terra seemed just about as nervous as he did. Okay, so not as nervous, but at least a little. That was... good? Bad? He didn't know, though he was a little confused by her question. What did they do now? Well, that was a bit silly of a question. They were in the water, so they should swim, right? It was that easy—
And then Morgan told Jake to stop, since Terra didn't have cooties. What?! That wasn't why he was staying away from her!*
I know! I just didn't want to—
*He caught his tongue before he said something really, really awkward. He turned cherry red; he knew he had to complete that thought, he was just trying to figure out how to phrase it properly. When he did, he nearly sounded as though he were reciting something he'd rehearsed, despite the fact that he only now just came up with it.*
I'm a boy, and she's a girl. We really shouldn't be touching each other when we're naked.
*If he were older, he might've understood the accidental double entendre he'd just spoken, but he didn't. He did think of another thing, though, and quickly added it.*
And I know you and I do, Morgan, but we're brother and sister, so it doesn't matter.
*While he still didn't realize the accidental double entendre, he still realized just how odd that sounded, so he blushed once more and looked down at the surface of the water. It was bad enough he had awkward phrases clothed, but awkward phrases when naked were much worse. He should've stayed out of the water, with his clothes on...*
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2013 22:50:52 GMT -8
Terra wondered what cooties were, and she certainly hoped she didn't have any. In any case, she did sort of agree with Jake when he said that they shouldn't be touching each other while naked, though the double entendre also escaped her as well, though it sounded odd to her. She decided not to call attention to it, feeling that there was quite enough mutual embarrassment between them already. No need to add to it if she could help it. Maybe she could try to reassure Jake a little...
She managed a smile and looked at Jake."It's all right, Jake. I'll stay away if that makes you more comfortable."She didn't mind being close to Morgan, though Morgan was a girl, and she had less qualms about being naked in front of her than with Jake. Maybe it would just take a little time to get more comfortable with this, and she didn't know Jake that well yet. Or maybe this would remain awkward from now until it was time for her to leave Felucia. Maybe she had been a bit hasty in removing her clothing...
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Post by Morgan Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 23:08:15 GMT -8
*Morgan listened as Jake gave his reason for avoiding Terra, then added that it didn't matter between Jake and Morgan since they were siblings. She stared blankly for a moment, then burst out in laughter, smacking the surface of the water with her palms a few times before swimming backwards toward the edge, leaning against the wall. When Terra said she'd stay away from Jake if it made him more comfortable, she tittered and nudged Terra with her elbow.*
It's okay Terra, I think he likes it.
*She winked at her then giggled at Jake. She really should stop teasing him, but it was too much fun. Probably wasn't helping the whole "awkwardness" thing going on, but hopefully both of them would get used to it soon. It really was kind of another test for Terra, but now also for Jake. If she could get him to join Morgan on her level, then that would just be another benefit; converting the galaxy, one person at a time...*
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Post by Jake Palmer Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 23:12:41 GMT -8
*Jake was about to reassure Terra that she didn't have to stay away, even though that totally was the opposite of what he'd just said, but then Morgan teased that Jake "liked" it. His eyebrows knit and he frowned at her.*
Hey!
*He responded the only way he knew how to: Splash at her. But her close proximity to Terra meant he'd just splashed her as well, and his eyes widened.*
S-sorry Terra! I didn't mean to, I was just trying to get Morgan!
*Well, at least this screw-up wasn't caused by nudity...*
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Post by Deleted on Oct 19, 2013 23:27:22 GMT -8
Terra raised an arm to shield her face from the water that was splashed at her, squealing softly as the cold water hit her arm and shoulder, and it gave her an idea. When she had first gotten naked in the jungle, Morgan had suggested that she get used to it by playing. Maybe that could be applied here as well, if only to help erase some of the awkwardness they both were feeling. She smiled at Jake."I know...it's OK."She turned to Morgan briefly to assess the girl's position then raised both her arms and splashed water at both Jake and Morgan simultaneously."I got you both!"
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Post by Morgan Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 23:46:13 GMT -8
*Well, Morgan had hoped she would have elicited more awkward phrases from Jake, but instead he only shouted and splashed at her instead. She squeaked and raised her arms to defend herself, but then more words. Jake was apologizing for splashing Terra. Well, that worked out fine after all. Morgan grinned... but then was suddenly splashed herself. She squeaked again, and—
And this was exactly what they needed! A water fight to get them comfortable! Morgan took on a competitive, mischievous expression and swam away from them, then began to join in on the water war, splashing both of them back. If this worked, they'd relax around each other a little more. Hopefully. Yes, Jake being awkward was funny, but she also wanted him to be comfortable in this state. In fact, much like with Terra, it was how she got him to be comfortable being naked in the past.
... well, maybe the whole gender differences thing might crop up again, but other than that, they could be solid!*
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Post by Jake Palmer Calmcacil on Oct 19, 2013 23:51:19 GMT -8
*Jake relaxed a little when Terra said she was okay, and started to smile... then he was attacked! By water, but still. He yelped and raised his hands to defend himself, but knew the fight had begun. Morgan attacked as well, and so he had no choice but to—with a grin—retaliate, sending three straight splashes at his sister, then one to Terra for good measure before retreating a little. The time for talking was over now, it seemed, and it was time for a water war. That was what he had to focus on now.*
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