Comfort Corner

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The carpet is thick, soft and cream coloured, while the walls are a yellow bronze colour. In the corner along one wall there is a large sofa, able to seat 4 or 5 people comfortably. Along the other corner wall there is a smaller sofa for 2 or 3 people. In the middle of the furniture, there is a low, round coffee table, perfect for colouring at or for other craft activities.

There is a scratching post and a cat tree for climbing, which are both along the wall opposite the couch. A few fluffy beds have also been put out, in varying sizes, in case any one prefers the floor. There is also a large sturdy perch and a marked off area that says "Landing Pad" in case any winged friends want to visit.

There is now a blue chaise chair in the nook as well, which has been placed near the couch and is good for both sitting and spreading out lengthwise.

There are two baskets off to the side. One contains fuzzy blankets, a variety of fuzzy and textured pillows, and a collection of stuffed animals while the other contains a variety of art supplies, ranging from colouring pages and blank paper to crayons and coloured pencils, and more besides.

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Fuzzy J makes note of the new arrivals, happy to see them, even if they aren't quite comfortable yet.

She approaches Morgan first, calm and quiet, and hopefully coming off as friendly. "Hello, it's nice to meet you. I'm Fuzzy J. You are certainly welcome to sit on the floor if you'd like, with or without a pillow, though if you'd rather stay on the chaize that's ok too. I also have extra cushions and blankets if you want to build a fort; maybe having a private space would help you relax more?"

Invitation and welcome extended, J walks over to greet Nadine, hoping Morgan will be able to relax here, even a tiny bit.

"Hi Nadine. That looks quite cozy. Would you like something or someone to cuddle? I cuddle in this form and my kitty form, or I have various stuffed animals. Or you're welcome to stay just as you are. I'm glad you decided to come."

J gives a quiet smile, then settles somewhere in sight of both new guests, so she can make sure no one bothers them, and she can help them if needed. She picks another drawing in her book and sets to colouring in the mean time, just happy to have people around.

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Morgan blinks a bit. "You-youan blanket forts aren't j-just for babies and kids?" Her parents hadn't said this, but she'd heard it often enough from other parents and people that she'd figured it must have something to it. "I'd-I think I'd...like that, actually."

Nadine pokes her head out of the blanket the rest of the way, and greets J with a slow smile, "Maybe a stuffed cat? I would like to cuddle you later, but...right now I am too afraid of squeezing the life out of your pour dear kitty form."

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J smiles gently at Morgan. "Blanket forts can be for anyone, as long as you make them big enough. Play is important, even if you are an adult that has to do boring adult things." J mumbles to herself about not liking adulting. "But, this is the Comfort Corner, so no adulting necessary, unless you wanna." That said, J starts laying out cushions for walls, some poles with feet to support the roof, a stack of blankets for making the roof and for making a nest inside/blanket the "walls" of the fort, and pillows and stuffed animals for taking inside. She also places a few books nearby for stories, and a pack of cards, in case Morgan wants to more than sit in the fort. "We can start building whenever you want to."

J laughs quietly. "Yes, being not squished is good, and cuddles can always come later. I have a pink and white beaie baby cat, of a size to fill my hand. I you want something a little more substantial to squeeze, I have a white bear that is about 10 inches tall and 7 inches wide. There is also a pink and white poodle from Build-a-bear that is a couple inches bigger than the bear." J sets all three near Nadine, so she can choose whichever one she wants.

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Morgan sweeps her gaze over the building things, then reaches for another fuzzy blanket and a textured pillow. Nodding in a sort of nervous sattesfaction, she looks to J. Okay, let's go."

Nadine chooses the poodle, curling up around itand squeezing it tightly for a few moments before releasing with a long shuddering sigh as if letting go of a great deal of pent up tention.

Trausio pokes her head into the comfort corner, and seeing her friends taken care of, ducks out again to gather others.

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J nods back, and picks a textured blanket and pillow of her own. Setting those to one side, she begins picking up the tall cushions and marking a perimeter. She has a square in mind, but she is willing to make any shape Morgan wants. Maling sure Morgan can reach the fort cushions too, J continues building the walls.

J smiles to see Nadine with the poodle, and continues colouring her ocean picture. She hopes her new friend feels better soon.

J waves to Trausio, happy to see her even briefly, and excited to see who comes back.

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Morgan watches J start to build, then moves a couple of the cussions to make more of a hexagonal shape, ading more poles where needed. She slowly begins to smile, letting go a little more as she works. It is then, J might notice, had shee been paying attention, that this is Clarien's twin sib, in every sencde of the word, including shape-shifted form.

Nadine squeezees the poodle a few more times, each tim becoming less and less tence, until she lays on her back, her arms curled around both the poodle and the bear now, her eyes closing in an expression of actual contented relaxation.

Trausio trots back in, tossing a grin at J followed by the usuals-Kae Craimar, Errol, Sh'lainn-and a new shy girl with horns that look similar to nadines-except for they look more like the ones you'd see on Puck or Pan, and they com out just above her ears. Her feet are those of a horse, and her hair is long, kinky and brilliantly autumhnal in collor; the golden-rod and oringish-falling leaf colors the most prevalent at the moment.

"Hi, J. Meet Shyra. She asked to come and see what your less crowded space was like befor ma,king the leap to the cuddle party. Any foods here yet?"

T glances to morgan, then blinks. That's why Clarien couldn't come-she had no idea what was with that part of their history, but so far as she knew, even within the inns walls, they could not occupy the same space at the same time-or not yet, anyway.

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J rolls with the change, making sure there are six walls, and draping the roof blankets evenly, creating a comfy space. J smiles at Morgan relaxing, glad she is begininng to feel comfortable.

Seeing Nadine relax, J smiles happily, glad her new friend is getting a chance to relax.

"Hi Shyra, nice to meet you." Fire, J's horse form, comes out to say hello. J is very happy to see everyone, and hopes they feeling welcome here. "There is hazelnut cookies, green salad, and a fruit salad. Help yourselves."

Morgan actually grins when the fort's done, grabbing a book and the cards, curling up in the

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Morgan actually grins when the fort's done, grabbing a book and the cards, curling up in the nest with the fuzzy blanket and pillow.

Seeing Nadine ignore the beany cat, Morgan floats it over, placing it in the crook of one arm, as she feafs through the story she picked. Looking at the cards, she begins to try telling the story through theem, glancing back and forth between the book and what she's doing.

Nadine grins at the fort, leting her head rest on her own pillow. She's not seen Morgan that relaxed since she's known her, and it's good to see.

Errol smiles at Fire, extending a 'hand to the horse.

"Oooh," Shyra produces an apple from her pocket, having secrretted it there per Trausio's urging, and holds it out on a flat palm, "Hey there, You're a pretty girl!"

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J smiles to see Morgan relaxed, with the cat, the book and the cards. She looks on in curiosity, watching as Morgan spins out the story with the cards.

Fire whickers gently and nuzzles against Errol's hand, before delicately taking the apple from Shyra and crunching on it. ~~Nice person, yummy treats, we all run?~~ Fire finishes her treat and waits to see if her friends want to play outside with her.

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Morgan puzzles over the ending a bit, then manages to finih the story, picking up the cards and reshuffling them back into place.

She puts the book down, then curls up to nap a bit.

~Yes!~ Shyra's hooves drum the grown as she dances excitedly.

Errol chuckles, ~Yes, running sounds good.~

Trausio has placed herself on the shaize, wings folded comfortably behind her, and a grin on her face.

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J grins and offers a soft "Well done" to Morgan, having enjoyed the card version of the story. She is equally happy to see the other girl comfortable and relaxed enough in this space to take a nap. J picks up her current book, curls up on her own pillow, and reads quietly while Morgan has her nap.

~~I pop us outside?~~ Fire asks, intending to take the three of them out to the yard that you can see from the comfort corner, without having to navigate any stairs. She is very excited to be able to run with friends.

Fuzzy J pops her head out of the tent to wave at Trausio, glad to see her settled on the chaise, then Kitty J darts over to curl up next to Trausio and start purring contentedly.

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~Yes.~ Errol and Shyra say as one, ~Outside is good!~

Trausio reaches to stroke Kitty-J. ~Sh'lainn on mission with partner, says hi and misses kitty-friend who plays.~ She patts her lap, stretching her legs out so Kitty-J can take over.

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Fire pops all three of them outside, whinnies, then starts running around the yard.

~Aww. See friend who plays next time? Hope mission is good. Happy see you too.~ Mrroww *Kitty J pads over to Trausio's lap and flops down, spreading herself out and purring loudly*

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Errol lets out a mental 'chuckle' and begins to run, taking deep, even breaths as he does so. Followed not long after by Shira, who runs a bit mor evenly than Errrol does at first, befor Errol gets his rhythm, THe yard seems the perfect spot to just run,, nothing else needed

~I think so, yes.~ Trausio lets out a slight laugh as Kkitty-J flops over in her lap, ~Good to see you, too.~

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Fire whinnies again, and throws in a few spirited bucks as she runs, enjoying her friends company and pleasure. She doesn't get to run often, so this is very nice indeed.

*purrPURRpurrrr* ~You has a lap kitty now. Is MY lap! (Iffen you decide to share, acourse)~

(I based the description on something I've seen my grandma's new puppy do. She is a Bichon Frise/Shi Tzu mix, only about 4 or 5 pounds. she has a habit of laying on her belly with her hind legs out flat behind her, and her front legs flat out in front of her. I think "starfish!*floup*" every time I see her do it XD)

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Shyra will try shifting in this space to a horse, and blink when she finds herself on four legg with her horns on either side of her ears, just on either side of her main, She whinnies in a bright sens of joy as she runs up next to Fire, encuraging a short race if she wishes.

Trausio laughs a little, rubbing Kitty-J's belly as she lays out on her lap, ~Your lap. No sharing at the moment.~ She smiles slowly.

~Nashala?~

Trausio looks over at Craimar, who's holding a falcon-shaped Kae on his fist.

~Iced coffee, love?~

Trausio nodded, ~Is he okay?~

Craimar brings over an iced mocha, nodding, ~Long flight like, he jus' restin. Decidin' to be comin' here to do it. Mind if we join ye? On yer sholders like?!~

Trausio nods. smiling a bit. ~J, you remember these two, yes?~

-T~

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~~Pretty horse! Yay shift! Yes race!~~ Fire whickers and tosses her head, making her orange and red mane sparkle in the sunlight, checking to make sure Shyra is ready before she takes off at a fast canter.

*purrrrrrrrrrrrr* ~Best belly rubs! And ALL for me!~ Kitty J melts into a puddle on Trausio's lap, enjoying the attention.

"Yes, I remember them. Hello again." J smiles invitingly. "It's good to see you again, and I'm glad here is a place you can rest. There is food too, if anyone is hungry."

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Shyra will whinny back, picking up the pace to match the canter, then sppeeding up slightly, but not quite to a gallop yet. As the breeze catches her mane, fire can see bits of the earth-brown among the read and gold autumnal colors leading to silver-frosted tips every once in a while.

Craimar will snag food, urging Kae to shift to elf to eat something. Kae will oblige, though not with a mental half-playful complaint.

Trausio laughs, continuing the belly rubs, enjoying the warm feel of the melted puddlecat.

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Fire speeds up to match pace with Shyra, but the very pretty mane distracts her just enough that Shyra can reach the "finish line" just ahead of Fire.

J smiles to see the exchange between those two, and to see them both eating something.

*purrPURRpurr* ~happy puddlecat!~