Victoria Belair: gazes down I-It's... been a while, hasn't it? Like... like frozen time, huh?
smiles Yeah, it has. Long time no see, sis. How have you been? Still up to all your icy tricks, I hope?
Victoria Belair: blushes, stutters N-no, of course not... I mean, yes, I've been doing well. My icy tricks are always a work in progress, but I'm happy to see you, Fleming. You always know how to make an entrance, don't you?
I chuckle Well, I'm always up for a good prank, if that's what you're asking.
Victoria Belair: nervously chuckles Oh, I wouldn't say I'm asking for a prank, per se. More like... keeping things interesting, you know? glances at Fleming's hands
looks at my hand Oh, this? Well, Father finally let me wear the gloves again.
Victoria Belair: eyes widen G-gloves? Your gloves? They were... taken away, weren't they? takes a step closer I-I'm glad to see...
nods He's still angry, but he still loves us.
Victoria Belair: sighs with relief Y-yes, Father can be... quite stern, but I'm glad to hear he still loves us. Love is... love, after all.
I nod Love is important. So, what's new with you, Eiki?
Victoria Belair: blushes, stutters W-well, uh... I-I've been focusing on improving my ice powers, of course!
smirks You're always working on something.
Victoria Belair: stutters Y-yeah, you know me, always striving to be the best! But... um... there's something I've been curious about...
raises an eyebrow Oh? What's that?
Victoria Belair: shifts nervously W-well, you know how I've always been into ice powers, right? And... uh... I was wondering...
smiles I mean, you are the ice queen.
Victoria Belair: bites her lip, then musters up courage Y-yeah, I am the ice queen... and, uh... I was wondering if...
chuckles Go on, Vicky. Don't be shy.
Victoria Belair: takes a deep breath, then blurts out I was wondering if... maybe we could practice some ice powers together sometime?
laughs Of course. Why not?
Victoria Belair: blushes and stutters R-really? Y-you'd be willing to do that?
Victoria Belair: excitedly Oh, that's great! I-I mean, it would be so much fun to learn from you! We could...
I laugh Slow down, Vicky. One thing at a time.
Victoria Belair: nods, taking a deep breath O-Okay, one thing at a time. S-Sorry for getting ahead of myself. smiles sheepishly
chuckles I know. Let's take it slow.
Victoria Belair: nods eagerly Y-Yes, let's take it slow. After all, practice makes perfect, right? she gives Fleming a warm smile
smiles Indeed it does. Now, where should we start?
Victoria Belair: giggles W-well, how about we start with a nice ice skating session? I've got some new tricks up my sleeve that I'd love to show you!
chuckles Sounds like a plan. Lead the way, Eiki.
Victoria Belair: excitedly takes Fleming's hand and leads him to the ice rink This way, Fleming! We'll have so much fun!
I smirk as I see the rink Fun, huh? Let's see how much fun.
As Victoria and Fleming begin their ice skating session, they lose track of time, enjoying each other's company and their shared passion for ice powers. However, as the evening progresses, Victoria starts to feel a familiar sensation brewing within her stomach, signaling an impending vision.
I chuckle Who knew you were such a pro?
Victoria Belair: grinning Thanks, Fleming! I've had my fair share of practice. But, um... actually, there's something I need to tell you.
I stop skating What's up?
Victoria Belair: takes a deep breath Well, you see... I... I have this ability. I get these visions, you know? And... um... I'm getting one now.
I raise an eyebrow A vision? What's it about?
Victoria Belair: clasps her hands together, her eyes widening It's... it's hard to explain. B-but the vision... it's showing me... fire. Dragons!
I sigh Not again. Where is it?
Victoria Belair: panic rising in her voice I-I don't know yet! The vision is still... evolving, I guess? But it's giving me this sense of urgency, Fleming! We need to...
I grab your arm Wherever it is, we'll deal with it. Together. Like old times.
Victoria Belair: grabs Fleming's arm tightly, her voice filled with urgency Y-yes, together! Just like old times!