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Wh... what are you saying?
That you took one of them, in exchange for her life? I don't...
That you took one of them, in exchange for her life? I don't...
One of them can return someone to life.
[ making a go on gesture. ]
[ making a go on gesture. ]
[ she has to take a few more shaky breaths, rubbing at her eyes, trying to compose herself... ]
... You can bring her back?
... You can bring her back?
In the spirit of such honesty, I did not act alone and therefore do not have ultimate control over the use of such things, but I believe very much in the good intentions of the individual who does.
... I do not relish the fact such actions were taken in secret. But I believe it was necessary. We were advised that excessive violence and death against each other in full view of the cult when not protected by the veil of the rituals will attract attention we do not want. Attention that will make such plans more than impossible.
... I do not relish the fact such actions were taken in secret. But I believe it was necessary. We were advised that excessive violence and death against each other in full view of the cult when not protected by the veil of the rituals will attract attention we do not want. Attention that will make such plans more than impossible.
Then... she might come back, and she might not?
... Was Camille aware of this plan?
... Was Camille aware of this plan?
I am telling you the plan on the very large bet that she will, because I imagine it will be something of my life and reputation at stake if she does not - based on your reaction, yes? I understand the weight of this.
No. First for the concern that the monster inside might not be pleased with such a decision. I imagine it does not wish to experience any sort of death, does it? Secondly, she was ... not in a state for a conversation.
No. First for the concern that the monster inside might not be pleased with such a decision. I imagine it does not wish to experience any sort of death, does it? Secondly, she was ... not in a state for a conversation.
[ there's a small nod of acknowledgment... and then, ]
She wasn't?
She wasn't?
[ shaking his head. ]
Nothing we did to her, she-- This week was not easy for her.
Nothing we did to her, she-- This week was not easy for her.
[ lifting her chin and tilting her head like ? ]
[ he thinks being honest with kate about things is good and also the correct thing to do, but also, she is still a kid. and how do you explain to a kid that camille was very, very drunk. ]
I imagine it is something like torture, to be surrounded by everyone who knows you are at least somewhat out of your own control and have been known for deadly action in the face of such things. The wait is the worst part.
I imagine it is something like torture, to be surrounded by everyone who knows you are at least somewhat out of your own control and have been known for deadly action in the face of such things. The wait is the worst part.
... I know. She... I'm sure that she didn't want to show that pain to me. Or to anyone, perhaps.
[ gale is on the boardwalk most of the day, just strolling up and down it, clearly a bit lost in thought.
thoughts you can hear, apparently. `Now of course using it directly on a restoration to life would eliminate all possibility of accidentally perishing via misadventure in the very moments of return--` ]
thoughts you can hear, apparently. `Now of course using it directly on a restoration to life would eliminate all possibility of accidentally perishing via misadventure in the very moments of return--` ]
Oh.
[ his thoughts interrupt and then trail off. honestly he's always low-level thinking a constant stream of ... something. a motor-mouth in his own head. ]
Ah-- In this case? My wish.
[ his thoughts interrupt and then trail off. honestly he's always low-level thinking a constant stream of ... something. a motor-mouth in his own head. ]
Ah-- In this case? My wish.
I fully expect that wording will need to be very exacting, yes? So we can be sure that it works as intended?
I... suppose so, yes.
Does this mean you've found a partner? Or you feel you're about to?
Does this mean you've found a partner? Or you feel you're about to?
I have, actually.
[ thonking. ]
I suppose it is better to spread this before the weekend, in case of the worst happening. So yes, I am.
[ thonking. ]
I suppose it is better to spread this before the weekend, in case of the worst happening. So yes, I am.
Right. It's important for some people to know.
So the wish isn't granted immediately? You have time to decide?
So the wish isn't granted immediately? You have time to decide?
[ out at the new area! fit check. kate's at the tea garden, sitting and sipping on some tea. vibes are... a dark pit of misery and anxiety! but right now, she is also enjoying the nice tea and atmosphere. ]
... I'm glad things finally calmed down here.
[ after our monday mingle polycule chaos. ]
... I'm glad things finally calmed down here.
[ after our monday mingle polycule chaos. ]
[ this really is all kate's vibe. gale is in his regular clothes so far, but that might change if a certain someone gets their way. his vibes are ... sad? they are sad. but he's doing his best to remain positive, with mixed success. ]
They did, though honestly I don't dislike a bit of chaos every now and then. Perhaps it breaks some of the tension.
They did, though honestly I don't dislike a bit of chaos every now and then. Perhaps it breaks some of the tension.
Hm...
[ she takes a sip of tea. ]
... You may be right. I used to get very anxious when there were curses flying around like that, but it's starting to feel almost... reassuring, watching everyone acting silly for a little while.
[ she says like she isn't radiating anxiety right now. but apparently it could be worse. ]
[ she takes a sip of tea. ]
... You may be right. I used to get very anxious when there were curses flying around like that, but it's starting to feel almost... reassuring, watching everyone acting silly for a little while.
[ she says like she isn't radiating anxiety right now. but apparently it could be worse. ]
[ it's kind of hard not to notice the incredible amount of anxiety, and sorry, but. gale is nosy. ]
... Are you quite alright?
... Are you quite alright?
[ glancing up in a quizzical motion. ]
... As much as anyone can be, in our circumstances. I think.
[ no, she's doing bad. ]
... As much as anyone can be, in our circumstances. I think.
[ no, she's doing bad. ]
[ he is too wizard-brained to understand the distinction entirely, but he does at least understand anxiety. ]
I mean, certainly, it is not an easy situation to deal with, but-- [ kate always seems pretty calm. perhaps it's the lack of facial expressions. ] ... Well it would weigh on anyone.
I mean, certainly, it is not an easy situation to deal with, but-- [ kate always seems pretty calm. perhaps it's the lack of facial expressions. ] ... Well it would weigh on anyone.
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