Years before the events of The Wounded Tales, Kennedy and Sebastian dated, and I really want to share some memories that they have together. I hope you enjoy this scene.
[This scene starts at the Ross household in Heles, Ebros. Cora and Rhys had not yet joined the Ross Family.]
Sebastian walks out to the back garden, smiling when he sees Kennedy sitting on a blanket, admiring the sun. "Beautiful day isn't it?" She says, turning her head to look at Sebastian, extending her arm out.
"Now as beautiful as you my love," He says sitting down, immediately putting an arm around Kennedy, kissing the top of her head. "How long have you been out here?" Kennedy hums.
"Just a few hours, I was watering the flowers. Then I got distracted." Sebastian chuckles. "How was your day?" Kennedy pulls away to kiss Sebastian's cheek. "Mundance," He says, looking into her eyes. His eyes drop to her neck and he smiles, the necklace he gave her a few days ago for her birthday sitting comfortably on her neck.
"Would you like to do anything now I'm home?" He asks, cupping her face, his lips gently brush hers gently as Kennedy's cheek blushes. "Carlisle mentioned you're running low on paints."
"Sawyer would kill me if I went into town," Kennedy says sadly. "He's worried about Father finding me, especially since my birthday just passed." Sebastian pulls her closer to him. "I'll be there to protect you," He says, breathing in her scent. "Plus, you deserve to live a free life." Kennedy nods into his chest, agreeing to go.
"Then we shall go my love. But, you need to wear some warmer clothes, it's cold out in town." Sebastian helps Kennedy stand, picking up the blanket and leading her inside.
While waiting for Kennedy to change, Sebastian finds Ingrid in the library. He gently knocks on the doorframe, getting the woman's attention. "I'm taking Kennedy into the town centre." He says, Ingrid, smiles at him.
"She's going to love that. Oh," She gets up and hands Sebastian a piece of paper.
"Harriot's court announced a masquerade ball, I think if you were to ask Kennedy she'd be ecstatic to go." Sebastian looks at the ball invitation.
"That's if Sawyer would let her," Sebastian chuckles. "But thank you, I'll definitely consider it." Sebastian hears Kennedy walk down the stairs, he hands the invitation back to Ingrid and says a farewell before going out into the hall.
"You look more beautiful than a flower my love," He says, grabbing a hooded cape for her. "Allow me," He loosely ties it around her shoulders, noticing how the brown colours of her clothes make her green eyes stand out. "Are you ready?" Kennedy takes a breath in before nodding. Sebastian opens the door and walks Kennedy out, starting the walk to the town centre.
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Kennedy pulls her hood down further, covering part of her face as the two enter the town centre. Despite most of the town folk not knowing Kennedy is the child of Harriot and Bane Mason, she's still worried someone might recognise her.
"Don't worry," Sebastian leans down and says quietly to Kennedy. "It'll be okay, just keep your hood on," Sebastian reassures Kennedy. 'Your hair isn't visible, the one thing people will use to recognise you.' He thinks, Kennedy nods.
The two walk down the main street, Kennedy taking in the sights and smells, feeling calmer.
"I could never be this calm if I was out with Sawyer," Kennedy jokes. "Thank you for bringing me out." Sebastian squeezes Kennedy's hand as he chuckles.
"Of course my love," He says sweetly, the two stopping in front of Kennedy's favourite art store. Sebastian opens the door and Kennedy walks in.
"Ah, Rue. It's a pleasure to see you again." Kennedy smiles at the shop owner.
"Good evening Edrick." She says softly, Sebastian also saying hello. Kennedy walks over to the paints, examining them.
"The usual?" Edrick asks, walking over to the two, a smile on his face. Kennedy picks up a set of oil paints. "You know, I'd love to see your art someday. With how often you or your family come to buy paints, you must make some very good work." Kennedy smiles.
"I'll try to have some art brought in on our next visit," Kennedy says, walking over to the brushes, and selecting a few. She turns to Edrick. "I think I have all that I need." Edrick nods and leads Kennedy to the counter. Kennedy places the items on the counter and brings out a money pouch, getting out the exact amount for the supplies.
"Here," Edrick says, placing the items into a cloth bag before turning around. "I got a shipment of these new paints, they're not oil. But I think you'd find a perfect use for them." He places the package of paints into the bag before pushing it towards Kennedy.
"Thank you Edrick," She says softly. "How much for them?" Edrick smiles and shakes his head.
"No cost," He says happily. "A token of my gratitude." Kennedy nod and picks the bag up, tucking it under her arm. "Have a good night Rue, Sebastian." The two nod and say their goodbyes before leaving the store and heading back to the house.
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Sebastian closes the door behind Kennedy, the two removing their coats and shoes.
"Thank you, Sebastian." Kennedy turns and kisses Sebastian's cheek. "I really enjoyed it." Sebastian smiles and nods.
"Of course, anything for you, my love." Sebastian walks with Kennedy as the two head to her art room and Sebastian watches lovingly as Kennedy puts everything in their place.
