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[ten_of_swords]

He leads her from that room into the dining hall where all the cards have gathered.

Choice stands behind them, his hazel eyes bright as he takes in those that have joined them this momentous day.

"Our Queen of Swords!" he announces. They cheer, and Moon rushes up to give her new sister a tight hug. Others begin to do the same -- Skill with Chloe in her arms, Fortune with his warm blue eyes, blind Justice...

Ruin's hand remains on her lower back, never leaving her side, as he watches her being received by the family.

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[song_tra_bong]

She smiles.

"Ah, too old for kisses. My mistake."

[balancethecups.livejournal.com]

"He just gets into moods, don't you, darling?"

[song_tra_bong]

"As do we all."

[balancethecups.livejournal.com]

"This is true. Time for his nap, though. I'll be around later, Mary Anne." A promise in that velvety voice, sensual without conscious thought.

[song_tra_bong]

She smiles slowly.

"Then I'll keep my eyes open."

[balancethecups.livejournal.com]

"Lovely. And welcome again, dear sister." Balance smiles, and walks away.

Well.

'Walks'.

[song_tra_bong]

And Mary Anne watches.

It's a crime, really, not to appreciate a good walk.