melodiesoflife | A Month in the Life of Jaune

Dying in Bed

This is the worst.

[Jaune’s voice cracks as he complains to the empty room. Three days he had been laid up with the flu. Fever, aches, a runny nose, a cough like he’d never had. His optimism that it will end soon is wearing thin at this point – if anything, it’s getting worse, since that cough hadn’t been there yesterday. At least, he thinks it was yesterday. The days kind of blend together when you sleep all day. He coughs miserably then grabs a tissue and blows his nose before tossing it weakly in the general direction of the trash can with the rest, not caring if it goes in or not.

It’s the first time he’s been sick and his mom hasn’t been there to take care of him, too, which really isn’t helping. She always made sure he had plenty of soup and tea. And while he could go out into the kitchen and raid the place for some, he’s really comfy and it’s just so much work right now. His moogle was… trying, he supposed, but it was clear he had no idea how to care for a sick human. He had considered calling his housemates, but Chrom and Donny always seemed so busy and Pyrrha… well, things were still weird between the two of them. Besides it wasn’t like he is actually dying, despite how it feels. He’ll get through this. It’s already been three days. It’ll pass soon, right?

He coughs again and has to sit up and bend over due to the force of it before flopping back down with a moan and curling back up.He sees Pumpkin Pete fly off, muttering something about getting someone because moogle medicine didn't seem to be working.]

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Back Amongst the Living

[It’s been a week (he thinks) since he’s been out and about – the flu really did a number on him. But now that he’s all better, he’s going to enjoy some fresh air, something he never knew he missed, and grab some groceries for the house while he’s out. He takes his time going there, though, enjoying the weather and the people around him. He’s not really looking at anything in particular, oblivious to his surroundings as he strolls down the street.]

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Never a Dull Moment

[Jaune’s really didn't know how he got himself in these situations. He was minding his own business, taking a walk in the park, and the next he was being chased by a chocobo. He didn't even know what he did wrong. He had given it a pat on the beak as he passed by it, and it squawked and tried to bite him. So he booked it. And it gave chase.

To anyone else, it was probably a comedic sight, the teen running frantically and crying apologies for the unknown grievance. Jaune,though, was in trouble. The chocobo was much faster than him, and any second it would catch up to him. He looked around frantically for some sort of haven. A box, a pipe, anything would do. He nearly cried in relief when he saw an easily climbable tree. He scrambled up to safety, just barely avoiding getting his ankles nibbled and continued to cry at the beast.]

I'm sorry, okay! Now go away! Please?

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[Saori had just wrapped up getting some produce and meat orders for the Saloon when she heard Jaune's screaming. While her moogle, Brigid, couldn't help but laugh, the red head gave her a look before she took off after two. She finally caught up to see the angry Chocobo jumping up at its victim. Carefully she approached the giant bird with some Gyashl greens in one hand. Thankfully it was enough to divert the Chocobo's attention.]

K-Kweh?

Hey now, I got something nice and tasty for you but you need to leave him alone, okay?

[The Chocobo looked back at Jaune, then the greens before giving the Hero one last glare. That ought to teach him not to pet his beak. Satisfied that it made its point, the Chocobo took the greens in his beak and walked back.

Saori let out a sigh and looked up into the tree with a reassuring smile.]

It's okay to come down now.

[It was hungry? It was chasing him because it was hungry? But he didn't have any food on him, and he had been assured they didn't eat humans. Weird.

But hey, it was gone now, and that's really all that mattered. Now just to get out of the tree. He just take it slow and maybe this time he wouldn't fall on his face. It probably took him longer than it should have, but he made it down without making a bigger fool of himself.]

Thanks. I don't know what I would have done if you hadn't shown up.

[He brushes his hand on his pants to dislodge any dirt that might have clung to it before holding it out, smiling brightly at her.]

I'm Jaune.

Chocobos are like any other animal really. Some don't want strangers getting too close to them and but thankfully they can be bribed with food.

[Saori patiently waits for him to get down, never once giving him a judgmental look. She gives the young man a smile once he's on solid ground.]

I'm Saori and it's nice to meet you, Jaune. Are you hurt anywhere?

Just my pride.

[Which he's sadly used to.

He motions to her bags of groceries.]

Do you need help carrying those?

[It's the least he can do after she saved him from an afternoon in a tree.]

[She knows a bruised pride when she sees it.]

Sure. It's actually for the Space Saloon which isn't too far from here. If you're not in a hurry, you're welcome to stick around for a treat on the house.

[Free food: the universal comforter.]

[He didn't know where that was but, hey, free food! Better yet, free real food - a chef Jaune was not.]

Really? That'd be awesome!

[He takes the groceries from her - they're heavier than he thought they'd be, but if she was supplying an eatery he supposes it makes sense.]

Lead the way.

Sure thing. So what are you in the mood for?

[A two-block walk shouldn't be too much for Jaune. Hopefully. While she wasn't the original owner of this saloon that looked like it was pulled straight from a Western film, she took great pride in it.]

You can leave the groceries on the counter there. I'll have the staff take care of it. Go on and take a seat while I get cooking.

[He doesn't know what they serve, but luckily he's too picky of an eater.] Anything's fine. [Thankfully the walk was short and Jaune soon finds himself staring around the saloon.] Whoa... [Jaune looks around the place, eyes wide. The doors, the decor... He's never seen anything like it - westerns weren't really a thing on Remnant.] This place is awesome!

Thank you. I can't take all the credit for it, though. I couldn't let this place be abandoned after the owner went into stasis.

[Her moogle, Brigid, had arrived at the Saloon before the two. She got out a glass of water for Jaune, but she's trying hard not to laugh because she remembers the guy after all. Saori gave her a look similar to how a mom would signal her child to behave, which the moogle quickly obliged before flying back to where Saori was.]

Alright, let me go see what we got. Make yourself at home and if you need anything, you can ask Brigid here.

[Let's see chicken might be a little too close to home. Not to mention he did some serious running until now. Something filling ought to do the trick. Saori goes into the kitchen to get started.]

[He takes the glass from Brigid, gives her a nod of thanks, and takes a sip, glad for the water after his workout.]

Thanks. If you need any help let me know. I'm not great in a kitchen but I'll do what I can.

[He takes a seat at the bar and sips his drink, glancing at Brigid. Now that he thought about it, he hasn't seen Pumpkin Pete since he started running. He scoffs. Thing probably ran the other way as soon as he saw the first sign of danger. Still...]

Hey, Brigid? [What was with that look?] Is there anyway to check and see if my moogle's okay?

A Month in the Life of Jaune

Never a Dull Moment

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