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autocratic) wrote2012-07-19 10:11 pm
autocratic) wrote2012-07-19 10:11 pm
[Video | Action for Violet City]
--again, Praetor! That is not enough ice.
[ The feed snaps on and swivels just a bit awkwardly, as though the recorder is trying to fit the Gear in its claws before it rights itself. Then the Gear turns and shows one scantily clad Empeor with her back turned, unaware of her Pokemon's scheme for video shenanigans. Standing large, proud, but head bending low to the ground, is Saber's Gyarados Praetor and there appears to be... large chunks of ice collecting before the short blonde.
To those wondering, the answer is quickly shown as Praetor's fangs freeze over with ice before she snaps her jaws several times to have the ice fall to the collection. It seems Saber has been at this for some time as there's quite a collection and a bag in her hand before she nods in approval and begins scooping up the ice in her bag. Remember, folks! She has to bend a bit to do this. ]
Very good, Praetor. This will last me for... hmm, a few minutes. Do not worry, I will treat you for this kindness later on-- [ As she talks, it sounds as though her throat caught up on something, sounding hoarse before she has a brief coughing fit, bursts of flame accompanying the sounds. She makes a frustrated noise, and the Pokemon holding the Gear briefly shakes with an amused chuckle before a delivery bird cries and flies its appearance into the scene.
Once she's recovered, Saber arches a brow while straightening herself and turns to face the Pidgeot. In the bird's talons is a rather... large bouquet of roses. As she takes the bouquet, Saber giggles. ]
Honestly, I must commend this secret admirer of mine: even through these diseases, they find time to send such love my way! Still... [ She takes a moment to give those roses a good whiff, then shake her head. ] Woe is my power, for I cannot hold these for long lest they turn into ash within my hands! Machina!
[ A Metagross lumbers onto the scene and Saber turns to place the bouquet right on top of his metal head with an amused laugh. To its credit, the Metagross doesn't look the slightest perturbed and awaits further orders. ] Place this with the others. I have a matter in which I must address to my audience.
[ The Pokemon holding the Gear jerks in surprise to that revelation. How did she know?! The Metagross goes to do as it's asked as Saber gives a stern look to the camera (and her mischievous Pokemon). ]
Truly, Aestus, if you wished to play around with the Gear, you should have told me! No matter, this will be brief, and I shall place a proper punishment on you later. [ She clears her throat, and small pillars of steam leave the corner of her lips as she does so. ]
Lately, it has come to my attention that there are those of us who are warriors, artisans of the battlefield back in our worlds. Though this realm places an odd restriction on carrying such, the authorities do not mind the crafting of wooden, practice ones. And I do believe with current events, having these extensions of our arms would be quite useful to have. That said, I, Saber, will be starting up a business of crafting these tools for others.
Do look forward for future updates on my progress.
[ Then she gives a very imperial wave and the feed quickly shuts. ]
[ The feed snaps on and swivels just a bit awkwardly, as though the recorder is trying to fit the Gear in its claws before it rights itself. Then the Gear turns and shows one scantily clad Empeor with her back turned, unaware of her Pokemon's scheme for video shenanigans. Standing large, proud, but head bending low to the ground, is Saber's Gyarados Praetor and there appears to be... large chunks of ice collecting before the short blonde.
To those wondering, the answer is quickly shown as Praetor's fangs freeze over with ice before she snaps her jaws several times to have the ice fall to the collection. It seems Saber has been at this for some time as there's quite a collection and a bag in her hand before she nods in approval and begins scooping up the ice in her bag. Remember, folks! She has to bend a bit to do this. ]
Very good, Praetor. This will last me for... hmm, a few minutes. Do not worry, I will treat you for this kindness later on-- [ As she talks, it sounds as though her throat caught up on something, sounding hoarse before she has a brief coughing fit, bursts of flame accompanying the sounds. She makes a frustrated noise, and the Pokemon holding the Gear briefly shakes with an amused chuckle before a delivery bird cries and flies its appearance into the scene.
Once she's recovered, Saber arches a brow while straightening herself and turns to face the Pidgeot. In the bird's talons is a rather... large bouquet of roses. As she takes the bouquet, Saber giggles. ]
Honestly, I must commend this secret admirer of mine: even through these diseases, they find time to send such love my way! Still... [ She takes a moment to give those roses a good whiff, then shake her head. ] Woe is my power, for I cannot hold these for long lest they turn into ash within my hands! Machina!
[ A Metagross lumbers onto the scene and Saber turns to place the bouquet right on top of his metal head with an amused laugh. To its credit, the Metagross doesn't look the slightest perturbed and awaits further orders. ] Place this with the others. I have a matter in which I must address to my audience.
[ The Pokemon holding the Gear jerks in surprise to that revelation. How did she know?! The Metagross goes to do as it's asked as Saber gives a stern look to the camera (and her mischievous Pokemon). ]
Truly, Aestus, if you wished to play around with the Gear, you should have told me! No matter, this will be brief, and I shall place a proper punishment on you later. [ She clears her throat, and small pillars of steam leave the corner of her lips as she does so. ]
Lately, it has come to my attention that there are those of us who are warriors, artisans of the battlefield back in our worlds. Though this realm places an odd restriction on carrying such, the authorities do not mind the crafting of wooden, practice ones. And I do believe with current events, having these extensions of our arms would be quite useful to have. That said, I, Saber, will be starting up a business of crafting these tools for others.
Do look forward for future updates on my progress.
[ Then she gives a very imperial wave and the feed quickly shuts. ]
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Well, I... [He just sort of does, at least that's how he sees it] Is that a bad thing?
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[ Her eyes have a steely glint to them! Ever since she's been getting those roses, her mind has been wrapped up on who those could possibly be from... ]
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But does Nero really have the same thought Riku did about it?]
S-such a way?
[Ven mentally winces at the stumble, supposing he's fortunate that his face is eternally red]
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Is it admiration? Affection? [ She giggles, thinking up this brief, absurd thought, but she'll throw it out there anyway. ] Lust? No, you do not seem the type, but it is an amusing thought, you know? You are a kind soul, and one of the most generous since I have stepped foot on this land, but I do wonder if you are this way with anyone else.
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Even if his vantage point doesn't help him at all]
Well, I...I like making my friends happy.
[So in general, yes, he's that kind of boy. Him and the rest of Papaqus' little brood. For a few moments he's silent, as though that's all he's going to say, but he does add]
But I really like it if I can give you reason to smile.
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And does that desire tie in with your previous reason?
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Um...sort of? I mean, you are my friend. Your smile's different though.
[Hard for him to articulate it, more than anything. He at least knows his thoughts on that matter, though it's only Riku's teasing that got him to think more aobut it]
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[ This intrigues her greatly. Perhaps if he hasn't figured it out himself, perhaps... Oh, what a wild thought! ]
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[He takes a few moments to sort out how to put it to words. Getting to see her smile just has this way of warming him over. Ven loves seeing the people he cares about happy, but there's something distinctive about Nero smiling]
It's like dawnlight.
[The warmth it causes, and how pleasant it is reall does remind him of those first golden rays peeking over the horizon]
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W-Wha--?!
[ Okay, so she was going for that, but Saber didn't expect that. The gaps between her fingers show the telltale sign of a hard blush on her face, and is that... steam pouring out of her ears.
Curse this plague. ]
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That...! That is...!
[ Quick! She needed to get her composure, but it's pretty hard since, due to an even bigger spike in temperature, the bag on her head is just melting, but she doesn't seem to notice even as the moisture pours down her face. ]
Ventus, your... your words are beautiful, but they are thrown with cruel intent! Sabotage, that is what this is! Sabotage!
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Although what is bad about liking someone's smile escapes him entirely...]
I um... [Am so confused Nero] I wasn't trying to hurt you just now.
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[ What is logic with Emperor Nero, indeed. ]
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[He's not sure what he did wrong, favorite Emperor]
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[ In fact, she's almost completely forgotten the entire point of their conversation. She's just so flustered now. ]
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[Well, he does, but he's more concerned about her right now]
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And maybe bust into a musical number for? He was pretty sure that's how people ought to make these things obvious where he comes from]
I didn't mean to upset you with it.
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[ In other words: STOP BEING SUCH A DERP. IT'S MAKING THINGS HARDER TO TRY AND RATIONALIZE....... oh, who is she kidding. She's feeling quite giddy, though. ]
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[Does this help, Nero? His reality doesn't work the way things do for the rest of the universe - any non-evil entity isn't guaranteed an 80% chance of reciprocated feelings]
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[ Deep breath. Compose yourself, you are an emperor! ]
You have fallen for me!
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Did the bulb in that streetlight nearby explode? Why yes, yes it did]
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Aha! It is as I thought! You do!
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[Such a very awkward and embarrassed keyblade apprentice. But he doesn't know what to do, there's no heroic rescues or dragons to slay here. That's how a guy properly romances a girl, right?
Not that Nero would likely need rescuing or help slaying a dragon, but still]
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