Mother-Daughter Training Day! (for NotoriousGoddess)

[Misfit_Alien]

"One more mom, you've got it!"

"I'm...gh-...doing my best, dear-..."

"And you're doing great! Just push a liiiiitle bit more!!!"

Akari Ito, the Sea Turtle!

Tsubaki Ito, eager and willing!

Amid the commotion of the sweat-riddled, grunt-filled LAW gym, where sounds of struggling and straining were plentiful, was a duo of mother and daughter working together on the former's conditioning and endurance. Behind the weight machines, past the treadmills, and just beyond the training rings were Akari Ito and her mother, Tsubaki. The Sea Turtle, a top competitor in the middleweight division, was currently encouraging her beloved mother to push past her limits and finish this last set of planks, holding a timer in her palm as Tsubaki was slowly working toward a new record, maintaining a decent enough form even while her forearms began to tremble. This was great for her stamina and her core, but the aged mother of two couldn't say that this exercise was one of her favorites. Still, the gains were noticeable, as Tsubaki had cut down on the needless amounts of flab she had in the past, now working with a decent amount of muscle on her finely aged figure.

The pair had already run through some basic exercises to get warmed up. Stretches, lifts, squats, push-ups, and they even simulated some long-distance running and sprinting on the treadmills. During their warm-up session, many gals had passed by, eyes glancing over to the duo, mainly to check out the newly returned Sea Turtle...but a few had their attention stolen when they wound up sneaking a few glances at the lovely vixen next to her, with murmurs under their breaths that the older woman was her mother. Some were genuinely impressed, seeing a woman like Tsubaki not only staying fit and working out alongside her daughter, but looking pretty damn good in the process, even garnering some direct attention from some of the ladies waltzing about in the gym, much to her surprise and appreciation.

Tsubaki liked being wanted and admired, especially after her husband's passing. While she was open to exploring and chasing after that feeling of companionship and affection, she wasn't in it for true love or romance. She was only committed to exploring things with other women. After all, there was only room in her heart for one person, and that man had since left her. So for now, she'd live her life and explore what it had to offer her, having jumped into professional wrestling alongside her daughter as a means of bouncing back from her days of being a grief-stricken widow. While Tsubaki's track record wasn't the greatest so far, she was learning every day, remaining keenly aware of how she could improve, even if she couldn't get stronger physically. She was up there in terms of age, so she wasn't exactly in a position to complain about not having the most refined physique ever. However, this did not mean that she couldn't learn how to strategize on the fly and grow stronger in other ways. A wrestling match was more than just pure physicality, after all.

After what seemed like forever, the timer finally beeped, allowing Tsubaki to crumble to the mat she and Akari were standing on. Her muscles were aching as lactic acid continued to build up inside, but with every bit of pain came some gain to go along with it. After their long warm-up, and some focus on Tsubaki in particular, the pair would commence their short cooldown period with a swig of cold water and some towels while chatting on the bench, making idle chit-chat as they rested...

[NotoriousGoddess]

The doors to the LAW gym swung open with the weight of theatrical timing, as if the very building recognized the entrance of two of its many illustrious performers.

Kaelara Tripathi, the Peacock Goddess

aaaaand the mother, Kuviera Tripathi, the Solar Priestess!

Kuviera Tripathi moved with the unhurried confidence of a woman who had long since stopped proving herself to anyone. She didn't need to announce herself; the ambient chatter that seemed to hush near her orbit did that work for her.

Beside her, Kaelara moved with quite the pep in her step! It was always a fun time to utilize the many facilities that the League provided its employees, and her dark eyes scanned the space not with the wonder of a mere tourist, but with appreciation of the company that allowed her to reach and connect with many people that share the same love for the art of wrestling as Kae herself does.

"This place is quite lively today, if I do say so myself, Mom! Don'tchya just love going to the gym?" Kae chirped, stretching her arms behind her chest, hands cupping the back of her head as she flexed her bountiful biceps and breasts to no one in particular.

Kuviera ruffled her daughter's hair, smiling. "Of course, my dear. And the liveliness always makes for a better performance. But, remember darling, we're here to refine our craft, and doing it for the people, not just to exert ourselves." Kuviera said, dropping some motherly wisdom and advice. As they walked, their path took them past the treadmills, past the vacant rings, until Kuviera's hazel eyes settled on the scene unfolding at the mats. She slowed, with the deliberate grace of an actress who had spotted something that she could give her full attention to. There, amid the sweat and strain, was a tableau that made her lips curve with genuine interest. Her and Kaelara saw Akari Ito, the Sea Turtle, whose reputation preceded her, a formidable and respected competitor. And beside her, they saw an older woman with a graceful, well-maintained physique, and an aura of motherly nature.

Kuviera, ever the matriarch and networker, led the way.

"Pardon the interruption," Kuviera began, her voice smoother and melodic, carrying easily and effortlessly over the ambience. She offered a warm, genuine smile to both women, "I am Kuviera Tripathi, and this is my daughter, Kaelara. We couldn't help but admire your dedication from across the room. It is... truly inspiring to see a mother and daughter sharing this passion just like us, so beautifully..."

Kaelara appeared from behind her mother's muscular figure, her own smile brighter and friendlier. She gave a small, respectful bow of her head before excitedly sauntering over to her counterpart. "It's a pleasure to meetchya, Akari! I've heard your name around these parts before, glad to put a face to it! I'm Kaelara, as my mother dearest mentioned oh so graciously, but you can call me Kae!" The Peacock Goddess said, offering the Sea Turtle her hand, seemingly in exchange for a handshake.

[Misfit_Alien]

Akari and Tsubaki's small-talk session would be cut short when they were approached by two spirited, lovely-looking Indian women. The mother-daughter duo of Kuviera and Kaelara looked absolutely radiant. Both were dressed in extravagant wrestling attire, each possessing a unique, heavenly motif. The pair of Japanese wrestlers were initially surprised when approached, but reciprocated the warm greeting nonetheless. Tsubaki was the first to speak, reaching out to shake Kuviera's hand as a gesture of goodwill and welcoming.

"No need to apologize." She said with a warmth matching the well-built Indian woman's, truly a mother's gift. "And well, coming from you-...praise like that means a lot. You're rather incredible yourself, Kuviera." She continued. "I can tell you've been at this a lot longer than I have. I'm only just getting my start, barely over half a year's worth of experience in the ring. Though I'd like to hope I'm steadily improving."

"Of course you are! You've been hard at work alongside me and on your own time." Akari said, chiming in before then turning to Kaelara, who seemed to be well-acquainted with an eager-looking Akari, who perked up at the mention of her name.

Ah, it seems like you already know of my daughter...my name's Tsubaki. It's a pleasure to meet you both." After that, Akari would take over, deciding to strike up a quick conversation with Kaelara on the side as, sure enough, Akari was also familiar with her name...the Peacock Goddess had been making noticeable waves the past few months, so it was only natural that one prominent middleweight would learn about another. Furthermore, it was inevitable that the pair would one day meet. However, Akari wasn't expecting to meet the Indian woman here in the gym, as many contenders and high-level competitors often met face-to-face in the ring. Then again, you never know who you'll bump into at the LAW gym. Needless to say, it was a pleasant surprise.

"It sure is. I've heard of you, too, Kae~...you've become a big name in the middleweight division as of late. Gotta say, I love your look. The peacock aesthetic is lovely, and it suits you perfectly~..." She said, nodding her head as she gleefully spoke with the chestnut-skinned woman. Akari glanced at Kaelara's stunning figure, admiring the curves on her after she sauntered over so kindly, taking her hand and shaking it. The confidence, the allure...she had all that in spades. The Sea Turtle had barely struck up a conversation with her, but she was already taking a liking to the bubbly, expressive young woman. "It's good to meet you both. We were just taking a short break from our warm-up and drills."

"Ah, yes! We were trying to get ourselves loosened up for a big day of training. I've been trying to improve my conditioning. At my age, stamina is a precious resource. I'm not as spry and lively as I once was, but ever since I stepped in the ring, I feel like I've certainly found that youthful spark again." Tsubaki said with a cheerful attitude. "Makes me feel nice and young, even if this face doesn't show it-..." She said, chuckling softly.

"Give yourself a little more credit, mom-" Akari said, playfully nudging her mother. The art of wrestling led them to bond more than ever before since the passing of her father. It was nice. They both needed it far more than they realized, and it worked out for the best, even if Tsubaki wasn't the most talented wrestler out there. It was something they could share, talk about, and do together. With this, they weren't so far apart anymore.

[NotoriousGoddess]

Kuviera's hazel eyes gleamed with something between recognition and gentle calculation as she held Tsubaki's hand just a moment longer than necessary, her grip firm, yet welcoming. The Solar Priestess had spent fifteen years in the wrestling business after her late start at thirty-one, after walking away from the cameras to raise the very daughter now bouncing excitedly beside her. She recognized the same reinvention in this Japanese matriarch that stood before her, the same spark of wanting to perform even when society whispered that your best years had passed.

"Half a year you say?" Kuviera released Tsubaki's hand with a graceful gesture, her golden bangles chiming softly as she brought her palms together in theatrical appreciation. "I began this journey at thirty-one with two children tugging at my hem." She laughed, rich and melodic. "It doesn't matter what age you start, what matters is if you keep at what you do, isn't that right?"

She would glance at their daughters, noting how Kaelara had already begun that rapid-fire exchange of compliments and observations.

"I've seen some of your matches, Akari! I haveta say, you're quite the performer yourself~!" Kaelara chirped, bringing her hand to her lips, and planting a lingering kiss on the back of it, before gently releasing it back down, and twirling her golden strand of hair that stuck out of her bangs around her finger. "And don't get me started on the flair, cuz you've got a hell of a lot of that! Sad that my mom always says that I should focus on something other than the dramatics."

"Because YOU inherited my theatrical flair, but none of my restraint, sadly," Kuviera interjected smoothly, though her smile betrayed only fondness. She returned her attention to Tsubaki, lowering her voice as she touched the other mother's arm. "Between us mothers... I find myself curious. What made you come down this path in the first place? I feel truly inspired, you know..."

Kaelara would suddenly break off the conspiratorial discussion with a gasp, clasping her hands together with a sudden inspiration. "Oh! What if we—Mom, what if we did a training session together? All four of us?" She whirled toward Akari, dark eyes sparkling with challenge. "Feel like witnessing this peacock's skills firsthand, lil turtle? I'll go easy on ya~" she winked at Akari with playful mischief, "unless ya ask me not to~"

Kuviera chuckled. "Forgive her," She spread her arms, golden threads in her wrestling attire catching the gym lights like captured sunlight. "But the offer stands. I would welcome testing you, and seeing what you learned so far~"