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[ This isn't a curse that's completely foreign to Gracia. In fact, she was affected by it a long time ago! So it's not that big of a surprise to wake up with a larger frame, longer hair, the shape of her face losing some of its youthful round curves. Say hello to a early-30's Gracia! Who looks more or less like this, except with green eyes and not-so-frowny facial expressions. I mean, c'mon. Been there done that, TIME TO ENJOY THIS MOMENT.

Also, it helps that she's retained her memories. So really, the change is only physical in nature. Still pretty immature, yeahup.

Gracia waves at the SFC as she tucks a loose strand of hair behind her ear. She laughs giddily, the barking of her dog Futon in the background. ]

Ooh, this curse! I remember it very well! [ She seems to be carrying something towards the park. The movement is shaky, as she's placed the recording device atop all the boxes she's carrying - of course it had to boxes - but it's definitely something to wonder about. What is she up to this time? ] I became older back then too. Oh, this time it's going to be a wonderful new experience altogether! I know what to do, and I know what to say, and it will be so fun to watch everyone as children!

[ She sets the boxes down, giving the network a worms-eye view of Gracia's face as she bends. ] I'll take good care of my friends, I promise! Even though they could be much younger now, I'll still look out for them! [ Y'know, they could also have aged up but...yeah okay whatever. ]

[ She sits down on the grass by the park and stars opening the boxes. Unaccustomed to long hair, Gracia twists it to the side and occupies herself with tearing the wrapping. It doesn't take a while to discover what the boxes are: a beginners firework making kit. About five of them.

What. ]

My only worry is that Father and Motochika don't remember me anymore...I hope this curse ends before the wedding next week! [ She pouts as she starts to remove all the delicate equipment from the box without much...care. Was that gray powder supposed to spill? ] I've planned so much for them, they must remember that they're madly in love and are going to...to, um...what was that saying in the book?

[ A pause. ]

Oh, yes! That they're going to "knot-tie!" Such funny metaphors for weddings! I'm glad I did my research!

[ And before the recording ends...Gracia's finger produces a flame that she uses to tentatively light up the end of a frazzled looking wick. ARE YOU SURE THAT IS A GOOD IDEA reactions are welcome. Please. ]

Let's see...I'm supposed to light this up so that this other piece of firework will explode...right?

[ The SFC ends when she accidentally allows an unfinished firework to spark up and hit the grass. Panic ensues. Very mature, yes. ]

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[Hi Gracia, have a 22 year old Shirley that looks like this!

Oh, that's right, I almost forgot the wedding! Hm...I should get them something but what do you think I should get?

[ ~~Holy crap it's Stella dsfkhsdghsag~~ Gracia's visibly happy to see Shirley all grown up! She claps her hands once, a wide smile decorating her expression.

Also, it may or may not be obvious but Gracia's clean face is now stained with dust and ash. Derp. ]

Huwah, Shirley is so beautiful! [ Gracia nods confidently. ] She will definitely grow up well!

[ She wipes her cheek with the back of her equally dirtied hand. ]

Well, something that the both of them can enjoy I suppose! Something artistic and musical! Father and Motochika really like things like that!

[~~STTEELLLAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!111!!~~ Meanwhile, as Gracia lets out a small smile, Shirley gives a small one in return. She calls her beautiful and yet, she can't help but wonder was she talking about herself or her sister...]

Ah, thank you Gracia but I think you're beautiful as well! I can see that you'll grow up well too!

Hm...that doesn't seem too difficult. Actually, I think I have something in mind already!

...But first, I think you should probably clean up?

Edited (What fail) 2013-01-18 02:27 (UTC)

[ Of course she's talking about you, Shirley. She hasn't even met Stella yet fffff. And even if she has met her, Shirley is still pretty ♥ ]

Oh, thank you. But Father surely had some influence on however I look like in the future! [ Gracia sighs slightly, dreamily. PARENT WORSHIP TIEM, GO. ]

You do? Wow, tell me, tell me! I promise I won't spoil your surprise! [ She's quite eager, putting down her explosives set to listen intently to Shirley's answer. And speaking of which...Gracia blinks and tilts her head to the side, unaware of the amount of dirt and gunpowder on her face. ]

Clean up? What will I clean? Did I make a mess of the park already...?

[So many unsures!]

And it shows! It seems like your father must have taken really good care of you! [And this feels like she's vaguely hitting on her...]

Hm...what if I want to keep it a secret~? Or maybe I should do that. It wouldn't fun to spoil it right now! [Trololololll]

Um, you can when you're done! But it seems like you're still working on it though.

[ /flies over her head, lmao ]

[ She nods happily, her youthfulness showing in the glow in her eyes. It's definitely Gracia alright. ] He continues to take good care of me, even up till now!

[ Gracia pouts unsuitably for her current age. ] Oh, but please?I really promise I won't tell anyone!

[ She rubs her face again, smearing more powder on her cheeks. ] It's going to take a while for me to finish this! I never knew making your own fireworks would be so difficult.

[Oh Gracia

Shirley lets out a giggle. It's good to see that even though she might be older, she still has the same energy level as ever] Then have you been good to him? Because if he takes good care of you, you better take good care of him too!

Hmmm...let's see...to tell or not, that is the question~♪

[Fireworks eh?] Then do you need some help? I don't know how to make fireworks but two people is better than one!

[Have a younger looking Johnny who doesn't go by Johnny, Gracia...and he looks both confused and concerned.]

I...do not believe 'knot-tie' is the proper phrase for a wedding.

[At least, he'd never heard of it before.]

Also, I apologize if I am speaking out of turn, but playing with fire does not seem like such a good idea.

[And whatever that gray stuff was, it didn't look safe either.]

[ Gracia turns to reply, but as she stares at the youthful face on her SFC longer, the more she wonders if she knows who he is. Five minutes of intense staring later, Gracia hums and keeps an air of suspicion about her, even as she finally speaks. Her eyebrows are drawn together in confusion.

She swears she knows him! ]

Oh, but it is! Knot-tying is the modern way to say wedding in the West! I read it in my book!

[ The redhead wipes her forehead with the back of her arm, smiling widely. ]

Don't worry! I can control it! [ And to emphasize her point, she conjures up a larger fireball on the upturned palm of her hand. After ten seconds, she extinguishes it with a simple closing motion of her fist. Magic! Or musou. Whichever he gets first. ]

~~[ Gracia, I think his point was, HOW ABOUT YOU NOT PLAY WITH FIRE WITH GUNPOWDER ON YOUR FACE??? ]~~

In the...West?

[But...France was the west, in fact, there was nothing more west than France and England, and he had never heard that saying before. Then again, he had never been to England proper, perhaps they used it there...?]

I suppose I must take your word for that.

As for...magic. I admit the whole thing makes me nervous.

[Because that powder is weird and unknown and magic isn't good :c]

What is that gray powder all over, anyway?

Yes, the West! There are so many brand new lands in the West! [ She sighs dreamily. ] Places that have cute clothes, and strange foods, and colorful people! I wonder if one day, I'll be able to visit them...?

[ She tilts her head slightly to the side, in thought. ]

Mm, why are you nervous?

[ A beat, and Gracia adds, as if it was the most natural thing in the world to say: ]

Ahh, this is gunpowder! It's used to ignite the fireworks I'm trying to make! [ Her wide smile turns into a pout. ] Huwah, but it's rather difficult...! I never knew it involved so much mixing and matching of chemicals!

Because, my lady, I am unused to it. Magic is a feared thing where I come from.

[What was that entire sentence...? Gunpowder, fireworks, ignite, chemicals? Nothing made sense.]

You use many strange words, I fear. I apologize for not fully comprehending.

[Speaking of friends that are kids, or at least that look like them, Gale is pretty small at the moment, though he isn't wearing his armor, and his hair and eyes are still green.

From the moment he talks, however, it's pretty obvious that it's still normal old Gale inside that body.]

You should be more careful with the fireworks.

[ Gracia is quick to notice the change, unlike others who she has spoken with that became younger. The young lady makes an incomprehensible sound from the back of her throat - something between an excited squeal and half of a giggle - to express her fondness for a little itty bitty kid Gale :') ]

Huwaaah, I can't believe it! Gale was such a cute boy!

[ She laughs joyfully, never removing her gaze from his new form. Let her relish this moment because honestly, you are adorable Gale. Also she is sort of ignoring his warning because UGH SO CUTE??? But not on purpose! You know how Gracia gets when something captures her curiosity and attention so much.~ ]

This is simply the effects of a curse. I have never looked like this.

[Well, technically he will, in the future. But that involves reincarnation, and he doesn't know anything about that part of his future.

He does look pretty cute, despite his protests. Especially in the way he's pouting at her reaction.]

[ As soon as she finished laughing, Gracia wipes the corner of her eye with a delicate, yet rather dirtied finger, and replies soothingly. ]

You don't need to be shy, Gale! Being a cute boy is nothing to be ashamed of! It means you will grow up to be a wonderfully handsome young man!

[ She nods in agreement. ] I was about to say that too. You once told me you and your Tribe friends were never children, so it must be the city's magic doing its work on you, to age you as a child!

[ Of course Gracia isn't aware of all that reincarnation hulabaloo too, so she just assumes. Also still gushing. Wheeee don't hate her <3 ]

[The only thing he'd do to react to it is to continue to pout, anyway, which isn't very effective considering how cute it is.]

I am not shy. This form is inconvenient.

[A.k.a. he can't reach tables as easily right now.]

[ /still giggling. ]

Do you need help with anything? I volunteer! Pals look out for each other, you know! [ Also looking for an excuse to hug you or pinch those cheeks or something sakglskag ]

Reaching things. My armor also does not fit. I should find something to wear until the curse has ended.

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