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tushanshu2017-01-10 01:45 am
edgeoftheknife) wrote in tushanshu2017-01-10 01:45 am
[console | video] then we do it again (pre-hurricane)
[Hi there, Keeliai. Remember this guy? It's been a while.
He's sitting in what looks like a cafe out in the city. For those who don't remember him from his previous stay, he's beautiful, with striking eyes that unfortunately have some pretty dark circles under them. He looks like he hasn't slept well in ages. He's wearing a three-piece suit and cradling a cup of something in his hands--lid on, because his hands shake.
He's... seen better days.
When he speaks, he's got a pronounced Irish accent.]
Right, I... I'm back. Surprise. [He smiles and his face lights up for a moment before the smile slips.]
I don't know how many of the people I knew are left. I know... I know we're missing some. [Studiously going to avoid mentioning Anton, thank you very much.] If you're still around and we were friends, or... talked, maybe drop me a line? And hello to all the newcomers. I know I've spoken with a few of you.
I'm back at the shelter, so. I mean, Brigid and Sonja are doing the real work, the paperwork and all that. I couldn't keep paperwork straight these days if I tried.
[The thought trails off. He looks a bit lost.]
If anyone happens to spot a talking skeleton, let me know, will you? He's got another punch coming if he shows his face again. And... if anyone happens to spot a tall, skinny redhead with an accent like mine, please tell him I'm looking for him.
He's sitting in what looks like a cafe out in the city. For those who don't remember him from his previous stay, he's beautiful, with striking eyes that unfortunately have some pretty dark circles under them. He looks like he hasn't slept well in ages. He's wearing a three-piece suit and cradling a cup of something in his hands--lid on, because his hands shake.
He's... seen better days.
When he speaks, he's got a pronounced Irish accent.]
Right, I... I'm back. Surprise. [He smiles and his face lights up for a moment before the smile slips.]
I don't know how many of the people I knew are left. I know... I know we're missing some. [Studiously going to avoid mentioning Anton, thank you very much.] If you're still around and we were friends, or... talked, maybe drop me a line? And hello to all the newcomers. I know I've spoken with a few of you.
I'm back at the shelter, so. I mean, Brigid and Sonja are doing the real work, the paperwork and all that. I couldn't keep paperwork straight these days if I tried.
[The thought trails off. He looks a bit lost.]
If anyone happens to spot a talking skeleton, let me know, will you? He's got another punch coming if he shows his face again. And... if anyone happens to spot a tall, skinny redhead with an accent like mine, please tell him I'm looking for him.
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No, no, I'm fine. You wouldn't want me doing the books anyway, even if the job were open. I don't think I can be trusted around paperwork anymore. [A pause, and he frowns a little at the camera] Penny? Do I know him?
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It's possible you don't. He arrived not long before you left, but he keeps to himself.
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No, none of that lately. I'm hoping to keep it from getting that bad again.
[He nods]
If it's been as long as Raine and the others said, I have a lot of catching up to do.
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No good progress ever comes quickly, heriret. That doesn't mean it isn't worth waiting for.
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Oh, I can be patient. Believe me. I just can't say for certain whether it'll be safe to be around me in the meantime.
[There's a pause; he frowns thoughtfully.]
Can I ask you something?
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[ The request is odd; Erskine shouldn't need to ask; of Bakura didn't like the question, he just wouldn't answer it. ]
Go ahead.
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[It's an amused question more than anything. Mere curiosity.]
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It means 'flower'. I thought it was fitting.
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Flower. All the months I've known you, you've been calling me 'flower.'
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No, I suppose it isn't. Just surprising. I've been called far worse, though.
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[ like it's not obvious ]
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Look, I've had people calling me 'faery' for centuries, 'flower' isn't that much worse. And at least you have the decency to keep it in another language.
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