Tequila & Birdcages

Now that I can see |c.g|

Since the first day I met Cordelia, I have been enamored with her. Of course it was merely physical attraction at first; how can you deny her perfectly styled blonde hair or her flawless skin and curves? Then I got to know her and my affection began to take root even deeper within me. Her mind is such a beautiful thing, her ideas are always so innovative. She has this way of making the best of every situation, always trying to make others smile.

It was quick for me to notice however that she needed someone a little like herself in her life. She spends so much time doing for others that she often sets herself aside. So I made it my mission to make her smile at least once a day. It's not too hard, Delia is typically a very happy person. On those days where smiling is hard, I just sit with her so she knows she's not alone. My devotion seemed to move her, which brought us closer together than ever before.

I'm glad and frankly lucky to call her my friend. We met at a rather perfect time as well. When I first arrived at the academy it was recently after the witch hunters had attacked. I mean bad for them but kinda fortunate for me because I most definitely would've died with my clumsy ass. Cordelia gave me the interview but I couldn't tell she was blind at the time because of her sunglasses. I did think it was a bit odd to be wearing shades inside but I like to mind my business, you know.

Me finding out was a bit of an accident, though I would've learned regardless. While giving me the tour Zoe mentioned it and could see the shock on my face. She asked in surprise if Delia really hadn't told me and when I shook my head she said 'oops' with a grimace. I promised not to say anything and I didn't; I eventually saw her with her cane which further proved it to me. Her strength was and is so admirable to me. It's actually one of the first traits that drew me towards her.

It was also a bit of curiosity because she mostly kept to herself. Of course she interacted, tried to be sweet as she naturally is, but I could tell she was closed off in some way. During my time of showing her someone was there for her and that she didn't have to be so strong, I also got to see a lot of dark days. I like to take away the good things and leave bad memories in the past but there was a lot of rainy times when we were getting to know each other.

It wasn't hard to get near the blonde or make her smile but it was hard to convince Delia that it's okay to take care of herself. Some days she would completely shut down and push me out, always apologizing once she was out of her funk. My affection never wavered, I still pick out the good times rarely ever remembering the fuzzy cloudy days. Mostly because these only became frequent when it became clear Fiona was fading. It seemed like it rained for weeks, I thought it would never end.

Then, just recently, the sun started to shine again both literally and metaphorically. The seven wonders were coming up and most of the girls were excited to show their skills. A few were a bit nervous and opted out and then there were witches like me who weren't even allowed to consider it. I respect it though, cause I'd probably die doing some crazy shit like impaling myself on a fence. So I mostly just watched the other girls practicing since classes were on hold for everyone.

Today is the day and I woke up extra early, mostly because I knew Delia would be up given that she's been worrying for a week straight. I can hear her late at night tinkering with things in her room and I often wonder what she's doing. I mean most people read at night but considering — I'd never ask though that's rude. When I come downstairs I see her in the kitchen and I smile. She's always been overly-independent and I understand completely because of how she grew up.

It sucks that she rarely asks for help but I do like to see these moments of her fighting through stuff; not allowing her blindness to hinder her outside of the literal sense. I can tell she's making eggs and I see her in the seasonings cabinet reaching for salt and pepper I assume. I'm just about to announce my presence to distract her so I can help when I see something start to fall.