Prompto The Oracle
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chocobosnap The Empire came for Tenebrae with a ferocity far exceeding their expectations.
For better, or worse, they decided that surrender was the best course of action and the people of Tenebrae were rounded up and subjugated according to Emperor Aldercapt's will.
One reason for taking Tenebrae was to capture the oracle, one young Prompto who took his escort in stride as he was taken from his home and moved deep into Niflheim.
From that moment, he lost his connection to Lucis, and his life completely changed.
Noctis had been staying with them back then, when the attack came, but he was gone now, presumably back to Insomnia.
For better, or worse, they decided that surrender was the best course of action and the people of Tenebrae were rounded up and subjugated according to Emperor Aldercapt's will.
One reason for taking Tenebrae was to capture the oracle, one young Prompto who took his escort in stride as he was taken from his home and moved deep into Niflheim.
From that moment, he lost his connection to Lucis, and his life completely changed.
Noctis had been staying with them back then, when the attack came, but he was gone now, presumably back to Insomnia.
M.E. 755
21/6/18 05:41 (UTC)He was shorter than the king. He wrapped his free arm around him, keeping the trident balanced. His clothes were just as soaked through as Noctis' and now thanks to the embrace, the white was streaked with mud.
He didn't mind, he could clean up later.
He smiled brightly, squeezing him. "Hi. I wasn't expecting you. It's so good to see you."
Better, than words could express really, and he looked around over Noct's shoulder at was essentially his family and just smiled a little. He was glad to see he had such support.
"I wasn't expecting to see you until Altissia."
M.E. 755
21/6/18 06:12 (UTC)"I think you mean 'great'." It's a very gentle correction, a faint and friendly tease. One punctuated by the slight squeeze. This was actually happening. Even though the loss of his father and his home weighed heavily on the young king's shoulders, he couldn't help but be happy in this moment.
He tried not to laugh at the honest confession.
"Apparently Gentiana had different plans," he replied, loosening his grip just enough so that he could look his friend in the eye but still support him. "She caught us just as we were setting up camp."
And yet the sheer amount of relief is palpable in his voice, in his smile, as he turned to introduce everyone. "Prompto, meet Gladiolus Amicitia, my Shield. I think you met Ignis briefly, and-" he held out his left hand, keeping his right around Prompto. He seemed a little shaky on his feet (understatement). "This, is Lunafreya Lucis Caelum."
Lunafreya stepped forward slightly, taking Noctis' now-free hand. "It's a pleasure to meet you at last, Lord Prompto. Noct has only said good things about you."
"Likewise," Gladio said, smiling before his gaze fell on Libertus. "The Storm's gotten the Niffs on edge. If they didn't know Noct's alive before, they know now."
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21/6/18 06:20 (UTC)"The pleasure is mine." Prompto offered politely with a smile. "Highness." He knew the least about Lunafreya but that was alright, just that she was married to Noctis.
Libertus glanced at the sky. "He sure is causing a ruckus."
Prompto let go of Noctis to wrap both hands around the Trident of the Oracle to steady himself. "He is rather temperamental, but that's how he's always been." He offered a small smile.
"He's expecting you Noct, you shouldn't keep him waiting." He thought they made a good couple. They looked good together. He didn't know what to think about the confession Noct had given him not that long ago, but he didn't think anything would come of it.
His story was almost finished, wasn't it?
Libertus nodded and made like he was going to move to Prompto. "We should get you back into hiding before the Empire finds you, Prompto."
M.E. 755
21/6/18 06:28 (UTC)Ever the casual one, but there was an underlying reason as well. Ever had it been his family's place to be the protectors of their people. The Oracle line was no exception, and he was honor-bound as the last living of his line to uphold it. Even if his father had failed to. He hated thinking like that, but it was true. Though not the main reason.
They'd only just gotten to see each other again. He wasn't prepared to part ways.
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21/6/18 06:40 (UTC)Libertus looked between them and shrugged. "I guess if nothing else, you four are probably the safest place for him to be. It probably won't do any harm to spend the night."
"Thank you kindly, Libertus." Prompto offered a small smile in his direction.
"Then, we will impose on your hospitality a little longer, thank you." He always had to speak with impeccable manners, just like anyone else.
Prompto pat Noctis' shoulder. "I am tired, some rest would do me good."
M.E. 755
21/6/18 06:59 (UTC)He nods once to the former Glaive, but gave him a look as though he would need to speak with him later.
"We'll talk later," he said to both of them, really. After all, it wouldn't be good to keep a god waiting. "Gladio."
"Right," Gladio replied, nodding to Libertus. "We got a tent set up in the nearby haven. It's not much, but it's dry." He'd lead them to it while Ignis stayed behind to keep an eye on the two royals. The two were capable, but Ignis knew their shortcomings in defense as well as he did.
Plus, he's a human space heater. He'd be able to help keep a certain someone warm until they could dry off. The other three wouldn't be far behind. Especially since Noctis already let go and headed deeper in to the final shrine.
M.E. 755
21/6/18 07:15 (UTC)"I'll see you later, Noct." Prompto called behind him as they left towards the haven. His steps were slow and unsteady, but at least it wasn't far.
Libertus had a bag of things for Prompto, so when they got in to the haven, he'd be able to change.
"Have you gotten to see much?" Prompto asked Gladio politely.
Ignis stepped forward after they left and gestured at Lunafreya. "Highness, if you would." She could lead the way, just in case there were monsters lingering about, but Prompto would have warned him, wouldn't he?
"I wonder if he knows how to fight." He mused thoughtfully.
M.E. 755
21/6/18 07:30 (UTC)"Of course," Luna replied with a nod, moving to stand beside her husband. her hand always ready to summon her rapier if needed, but if the Oracle made it through unscathed, she doubted there would be any troubles.
"Considering how long he's been forced to be the Empire's PR? Doubt it." Noctis mutters darkly. After all, why would they teach their puppet to fight? It leaves a sour taste in his mouth, but he forces himself not to think on it. After all, he has to face the Fulgarian soon.
Meanwhile, Gladio stayed close. With Libertus helping support Prompto, there would be little the former Glaive could do to defend them should the Niffs drop in. "Yeah. The Marshal sent Noct on a mission of his own, locating the royal tombs." He answered just as politely. A bit gruff, but somehow gentle despite remaining on alert. Though, not enough to smirk in amusement. "Still wanna pick the brain of whoever thought it was a good idea to stick a tomb in a volcano of all things."
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21/6/18 16:27 (UTC)"It was just a thought, I suppose not if he has been protected all this time." If one could consider being protected as part of being a prisoner, Ignis supposed.
Prompto laughed slightly. "Ah, the royal tombs. That makes sense, although I wouldn't have picked a volcano myself." He smiled.
Libertus can thankfully, handle it when Prompto stumbles a little bit. "We're almost there, I think, Oracle." He said kindly. He could carry him if he needed to."