Blue-eyed Songbird (Barris Fic) Helix Waltz
And here it is! The first (I believe) Helix Waltz Fic! Hopefully Barris is mostly in character! I feel he’d either be really charming or really flustered when it came to love but I digress, Please enjoy this testament to my love for Barris!
Magda quietly hummed walking down a particularly fancy street. It wasn’t often she explored by herself. Still, she couldn’t help but admire Finsel’s beauty. Yes, things weren’t good, but the nobles all had a way of hiding the bad. Up the street sat a very familiar home. The Sakan manor stood tall and proud. Rose accents covering much of the house. Magda smiled to herself. She adored the Sakan’s. Juven was kind, if only a little too flirtatious for his own good. Barbara as sweet and innocent as Magda had been when in the slums. Asteria ever graceful and elegant, as quick to compliment, as she is to comply with Juven. Then, there was Barris, Barris Sakan.
Magda couldn’t help but sigh at the thought. Barris was blunt, yet soft-spoken. Stern, but gentle. Kind, patient, and the only man Magda ever felt a true connection to. Magda wondered what her mother would think. Such fantastical desires, would her mother call them ridiculous? That she should remember why she must display herself as charming. Turning away from the grand manor, Magda started her walk home. She couldn’t help but feel hopeless as she walked away. As much as she wanted to please her mother, and help her achieve their goals, Magda wanted to live on her own terms. Oh, to live as a bird! Free as the wind beneath her wings, sweetly singing to whomever she chooses like the songbird. Free to choose where to go and what to do. Magda looked to the sky seeing an eagle soar overhead. True she desired freedom, but with the many dangers a songbird faces, it would be better to sing in a cage yes?
Placing her eyes back in front of her, she saw too late the black and rose coat round the corner. Being violently shoved backwards, Magda let out a squeak of surprise. The stranger let out their own shout. Magda closed her eyes as she fell backwards. She waited for a moment to hit the ground and hear the scolding tones. But instead, she felt a strong grasp around her waist. A low and silvery chuckle brought a blush to Magda’s cheeks,
“You can open your eyes now Lady Ellenstein.” Magda slowly opened her eyes to see Barris, leaning closer than ever. One of his hands lay gently in the small of her back, holding her steady. The other held her hand stopping Barris from falling on top of her. As she regained her footing Magda shuffled backwards and curtsied.
“I’m so sorry Mr. Barris. I wasn’t paying attention and-” Barris gently took his thumb and index finger to her chin and lifted her head. Magda fought back her blush. The sun was shining directly behind Barris, the halo of light managed to get his strawberry blonde hair to glow as he gave a small smile. He looked heavenly,
“Please Lady Ellenstein, the fault is mine. I admit I was distracted by my book. Speaking of which, is on the ground.” Bending down to grab the large tome he carried, Magda felt guilt pool in her stomach. Barris did take the blame but it felt like a polite gesture, a one time save for a naive little girl. Magda shook her head as he rose,
“Oh there must be something I can do to apologize. I know you’ve said it’s your fault, but really Mr. Barris this is both of our faults.” Barris raised a brow. A smirk tugging at his face. He paused then nodded,
“Alright Lady Ellenstein. Perhaps then, could you accompany me home, and we’ll have a nice chat? None of the frivolous niceties of the ball.” His low silvery tones sang sweetly to Magda,
“I can agree to that. Please, lead the way sir.” Barris stuck his arm out and Magda hesitantly hooked her arm around his. Approaching the home once more, Magda was almost giddy. She’d only ever been there for balls and luncheons. Now, she was going there to spend time with Barris? How delightful!
Time flew by as Magda and Barris talked over tea. Barris had seemed most interested in Magda’s comparison of herself to a songbird. He called himself a falcon in all its pride. As the sun began to dip beneath the horizon so to did dark clouds begin rolling in. By the time Magda had to leave; Crack! The thunder clapped, shaking the manor. Magda squeaked and latched onto Barris. She buried her face into his chest. Loud cracks of thunder always made her wary. Although Magda couldn’t see it, Barris had a faint blush over his cheeks. Gently he pat her back,
“Lady Ellenstein? Are you alright?” Magda gasped as she pushed herself away from Barris,
“I’m sorry Mr. Barris! I was frightened, and-” Barris waved his hand as he stood,
“Not to worry. I must admit it startled me as well. Although, you won’t be getting home is this weather.” Magda shook her head standing up, she’d already made a fool of herself twice. She didn’t want to know what Barris was implying,
“No, I’ll be alright Mr. Barris! It’s only a little water!” Barris raised an eyebrow, glancing out the window,
“I respectfully disagree. You’re shaking like a leaf, and Lady Ellenstein,” Another clap of thunder sent Magda flying back to Barris’ side, “it’s most definitely pouring rain. I can’t have you getting sick.” Magda’s stomach fluttered, both with dread and delight. Swallowing the butterflies she timidly agreed. Barris seemed happy, and while that sight was enough to begin melting her fear, Magda could only think of how angry her mother would be in the morning. A servant came in and Barris pulled them to the corner. Magda sat down on the couch she and Barris had been sitting on earlier. Her mother would forbid her from going outside for the rest of her life most likely. Then she would take all of Magda’s favourite books and jewels. Even ban her from seeing Barris, the horror! Magda jumped when she felt something on her shoulders. Looking behind her Barris stood. Except he was now without his coat. His burgundy waistcoat fit him like a dream and he’d just finished rolling up his sleeves inadvertently showing off his well defined arms. That was when Magda realized, he’d placed his coat over her shoulders. She had to fight back a blush as she quickly looked down at her feet. His coat was incredibly soft on the inside. Magda fought the urge to cuddle into it,
“I’m not sure there’s any blankets close by, so I hope my coat is suitable.” Magda’s throat was dry. She could only nod and smile. Barris chuckled as he sat beside her. Pouring himself some tea. The fireplace that sat beside the couch roared. The soft flames flickering in their dangerous dance. Thunder and lightning flashed outside. Magda whimpered with each boom. In her fear she did end up pulling Barris’ coat tighter around her shoulders. Barris hummed before speaking,
“Lady Ellenstein, may I ask you something?” Magda glanced at Barris,
“You may.” She watched as he shakily breathed out a sigh,
“Well, I was wondering-” There was an especially loud boom and Magda scrambled up beside Barris. He sighed with a smile,
“Nevermind my Lady. You just stay right there.” Magda smiled to herself as Barris placed his arm around her. As the fire began to die and the thunder waged war outside Magda had never felt more comfortable. Slowly there was a tug at her shoulder and when she looked to Barris she was pulled down beside him. As she laid beside him he looked serene against the orange glow of the hot embers. Barris was holding onto her just tight enough that Magda didn’t even bother trying to move. Besides, with the thunder and rain still pounding at the glass of the window, she was too afraid to leave. She snuggled closer to Barris, and watched him smile. Slowly his eyes opened and he whispered,
“Good Night Magda Ellenstein. My dear little songbird.” Barris leaned forward and kissed her forehead. Magda slowly looked up at Barris a heavy blush forming over her cheeks,
“Barris?” Barris stiffened hearing his name. He gave an airy chuckle,
“Guess it’s a little late to say I love you, hm?” Magda felt her heart swell, nervously she placed one her her hands on Barris’ cheeks. He leaned into her touch, and then she placed her lips on his own. Barris held her tighter as he leaned into the kiss. For Magda her first kiss felt like she was flying, and when she pulled away her soul cried out for more,
“I love you too Barris.” Barris cradled her head, then adjusted his coat to cover the both of them as best it could. He smiled delightedly, kissing her forehead one last time. Magda giggled,
“Do you think my mother will be mad at me tomorrow Barris?” Barris laughed lightly,
“Only after she stops harassing you for a wedding date. Now sleep little songbird. We’ll talk in the morning.” Magda cuddled closer to the man she loved the one she was choosing to love,
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