Emet Selch (![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png)
firstworldproblem) wrote2022-09-28 05:22 pm
firstworldproblem) wrote2022-09-28 05:22 pm
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[It just goes directly to the beep.]
What exactly did he tell you? You do have to read the lines at times. I might be able to tell more than normal as he is rattled with guilt due to my ire.
I just want to ensure it is worth it.
Then you know the Starscourge is a parasite, a most curious one, that exudes nothing but shadow aspected aether coating the star in darkness. There are those that can bequeath it unto other stealing their memories and experiences in the process. But also some may take it unto themselves thus healing it. Though those who heal do take up themselves its burden.
You are set to defeat this evil. Though the star you live in is not so black and white as most things are. There are many players on your board.
[He sighs.]
I can't believe they won't tell you this. Glacies and I are on ... uneasy terms. We do not see eye to eye on a few principles that do not have to do with your star but mine. I wonder if she would care if I told you.
I just want to ensure it is worth it.
Then you know the Starscourge is a parasite, a most curious one, that exudes nothing but shadow aspected aether coating the star in darkness. There are those that can bequeath it unto other stealing their memories and experiences in the process. But also some may take it unto themselves thus healing it. Though those who heal do take up themselves its burden.
You are set to defeat this evil. Though the star you live in is not so black and white as most things are. There are many players on your board.
[He sighs.]
I can't believe they won't tell you this. Glacies and I are on ... uneasy terms. We do not see eye to eye on a few principles that do not have to do with your star but mine. I wonder if she would care if I told you.
...I'll do that, then.
[but she liks all this and wants to see all he wants to show her.]
[but she liks all this and wants to see all he wants to show her.]
[Why would they NOT have silken PJs! He kisses Emet's cheek and leads him to the music hall. Pulling up a chair for him and sitting at the piano himself.
Solo concert while they're both in pajamas? Absolutely.
He does start to play, something soft and familiar. One of Emet-Selch's favorites, something from long, long ago.]
Solo concert while they're both in pajamas? Absolutely.
He does start to play, something soft and familiar. One of Emet-Selch's favorites, something from long, long ago.]
[He does lounge on the chair, knees over the arm, eyes closed.
Until he hears the song to which his feet find their way to the floor and he pads his way over to sit next to Lahabrea on the piano bench.]
When did you....?
Until he hears the song to which his feet find their way to the floor and he pads his way over to sit next to Lahabrea on the piano bench.]
When did you....?
[He is not good enough not to break the thread of melody a little as he moves over for Emet but he does pick it back up readily enough, eyes on the keys.]
Wataru has been teaching me a while. Since I arrived I suppose. As for the song, that I have been practicing when I am able. I am afraid for now my repertoire is thin.
...I have wanted to do something for you. That you might relax to.
Wataru has been teaching me a while. Since I arrived I suppose. As for the song, that I have been practicing when I am able. I am afraid for now my repertoire is thin.
...I have wanted to do something for you. That you might relax to.
When he and I talked he didn’t really offer much. Maybe he’d really rather not tell me?
[What he did know bothered him - like the star scourge.]
That’s- sitting around waiting until I can fill all those gaps feels almost worse. Kind of selfish since everyone is trying to remember stuff.
[What he did know bothered him - like the star scourge.]
That’s- sitting around waiting until I can fill all those gaps feels almost worse. Kind of selfish since everyone is trying to remember stuff.
[He leans his head on his shoulder, tears beginning to gather.]
You sentimental, old fool.
Thank you.
You sentimental, old fool.
Thank you.
You'll not find one more cagey and slippery. Just because Absinthe is dear to me does not mean I do not realize that he can be difficult at times. But as I said make your judgement based on him, not what he pretends to be.
[He pauses for a moment.]
Can you wait here?
[He really won't wait for an answer as he goes back to his room and gets him a copy of some notes with any mentions of himself, Lahabrea or Absinthe etched out.]
This is your enemy, and it would be best if you studied it. It will darken your skies, infect your people, and cause unknown suffering for all who come into contact with it. It's source is unknown but there are those who would use it as a weapon to further there own goals.
Your bloodline is important, the line of Lucis. I do recall a certain ring that is passed down, but of that I do not know all the details. And the Gods meddle in your affairs.
Does that help give your wandering mind some focus?
[He pauses for a moment.]
Can you wait here?
[He really won't wait for an answer as he goes back to his room and gets him a copy of some notes with any mentions of himself, Lahabrea or Absinthe etched out.]
This is your enemy, and it would be best if you studied it. It will darken your skies, infect your people, and cause unknown suffering for all who come into contact with it. It's source is unknown but there are those who would use it as a weapon to further there own goals.
Your bloodline is important, the line of Lucis. I do recall a certain ring that is passed down, but of that I do not know all the details. And the Gods meddle in your affairs.
Does that help give your wandering mind some focus?
[He can hear it in his voice, and he does pause, lifting a hand to brush into Emet's hair, turning his own face to kiss his forehead. But then he sets his hands on the keys again, pausing to reorient and then resumes.]
You are welcome, my dear friend. Let me play for you a while, and then we can rest.
You are welcome, my dear friend. Let me play for you a while, and then we can rest.
[He wraps his arms around him loosely to minimize the interference to his playing. And tears do fall on his shoulder, but they are quiet.]
[He will finish the piece, he is no Elidibus but his playing is practiced at least, competent enough, and certainly filled with his feelings. He doesn't start anything else though, not yet, turning to wrap his arms around Emet and stroking his hair. Holding him close.]
[He just nods to all of that.]
You do believe them sincere, but I would have your assessment in general Five.
Do you think this will truly last?
You do believe them sincere, but I would have your assessment in general Five.
Do you think this will truly last?
[Leaning back and getting comfy as Five speaks his mind.]
[ he's quiet for a few moments at that, eyebrows furrowing as he thinks it over ]
Hades already mentioned how Vergil and I disappearing could influence their decisions, if we're Thancred's primary motivation. But I believe they'd operate under the assumption that I am still in Hell somewhere, and that we will find our way back. Which does mean if they don't keep the agreement we'd still have to kill them when the time comes.
What truly concerns me is what would happen if you were to disappear. Would they believe they're rid of you for good and decide to protect their world across every possible timeline?
That, and the rest of their companions. Noah already agreed to keeping to his timeline once, and that all went southways when Thancred appeared. Even should Thancred take a more active role in gaining the cooperation of his friends, it is not guaranteed he would manage. What of their Hero? If they find their way here, would they truly agree to this?
If they were logical creatures they should. But they're clearly not. And they're seeing timetravel the same way as they see actual murder.
[ a pause, and he sighs ]
I suppose ultimately I don't, no. But I'd like to.
Hades already mentioned how Vergil and I disappearing could influence their decisions, if we're Thancred's primary motivation. But I believe they'd operate under the assumption that I am still in Hell somewhere, and that we will find our way back. Which does mean if they don't keep the agreement we'd still have to kill them when the time comes.
What truly concerns me is what would happen if you were to disappear. Would they believe they're rid of you for good and decide to protect their world across every possible timeline?
That, and the rest of their companions. Noah already agreed to keeping to his timeline once, and that all went southways when Thancred appeared. Even should Thancred take a more active role in gaining the cooperation of his friends, it is not guaranteed he would manage. What of their Hero? If they find their way here, would they truly agree to this?
If they were logical creatures they should. But they're clearly not. And they're seeing timetravel the same way as they see actual murder.
[ a pause, and he sighs ]
I suppose ultimately I don't, no. But I'd like to.
[He listens quietly and looks out the window when Five is done. It really is a nice view, top floor and all. He leans his chin on his hand, and sighs.]
"I'd like to." Yes. I suppose that is the best we can hope for at this point. There is no possibility of ensuring they keep their word, nor even remember that they have given their word if we are not here to remind them.
Yet try we must.
I am sorry you have been caught in all this, but grateful as well. Though it seems I must pay more attention.
[He looks back at Five with a wry smile.]
You are even busier than I had thought.
"I'd like to." Yes. I suppose that is the best we can hope for at this point. There is no possibility of ensuring they keep their word, nor even remember that they have given their word if we are not here to remind them.
Yet try we must.
I am sorry you have been caught in all this, but grateful as well. Though it seems I must pay more attention.
[He looks back at Five with a wry smile.]
You are even busier than I had thought.
"Yet try we must."
[He simply shrugs with a sigh.]
Of course he is. I have no doubts Five has already a half a dozen thoughts running into his head on how he can convince them to keep their word.
But I know it comes from the heart. And my thanks, as always, for trying.
[He simply shrugs with a sigh.]
Of course he is. I have no doubts Five has already a half a dozen thoughts running into his head on how he can convince them to keep their word.
But I know it comes from the heart. And my thanks, as always, for trying.
I'm officially off vacation, so you can't scold me for that. Is it really surprising that I'm keeping busy? You're both just as bad with that.
Though this does remind me.
I distinctly recall we agreed to force Lahabrea on vacation once mine came to its conclusion.
Though this does remind me.
I distinctly recall we agreed to force Lahabrea on vacation once mine came to its conclusion.
Oh is that what prompted it?
Do be aware I consider you only got three days of your own vacation. I may concede you back to work but I consider you are still owed four days rest at some point.
The point was time off from one trauma and stress to the next, after all.
Do be aware I consider you only got three days of your own vacation. I may concede you back to work but I consider you are still owed four days rest at some point.
The point was time off from one trauma and stress to the next, after all.
Don't worry, I have a few activities planned for our dear Speaker. As he is trying to deflect.
Though he is correct. Both of you could deal with some time without dealing with added stress.
But we can't pass by an opportunity such as this one so make the arrangements. We will meet the Scions and see what they have to say.
Though he is correct. Both of you could deal with some time without dealing with added stress.
But we can't pass by an opportunity such as this one so make the arrangements. We will meet the Scions and see what they have to say.
Getting the both of us to relax at the same time would be an incredible feat even for you Hades, I'm pretty sure you wouldn't be able to handle that. Though I'm almost tempted to challenge you to try.
I promise I will at least keep it to a select few number of activities and plans, without going overboard.
I promise I will at least keep it to a select few number of activities and plans, without going overboard.
I am not the one stressed, I assure you.
[He just sighs.]
Do not challenge him, he'll actually do it. He's remarkably resourceful. And much as it would be interesting to see what he comes up with he needs the rest himself.
[He just sighs.]
Do not challenge him, he'll actually do it. He's remarkably resourceful. And much as it would be interesting to see what he comes up with he needs the rest himself.
[He just raises an eyebrow at Lahabrea.]
Truly? I was under the impression we were all a little overburdened for various reasons. Some more than others, but it adds up all the same.
But a problem for another time. I do believe the effects of the game have worn off for all of us. And Five, you might consider talking to your brother though I imagine you already had plans. I know I am relieved you have your fire back within you.
Truly? I was under the impression we were all a little overburdened for various reasons. Some more than others, but it adds up all the same.
But a problem for another time. I do believe the effects of the game have worn off for all of us. And Five, you might consider talking to your brother though I imagine you already had plans. I know I am relieved you have your fire back within you.
As far as work goes I kept a busier schedule between the Akadaemia and Convocation. I never felt overworked then, I feel practically idle now.
[Is that a good argument or is it just he's always been like this?
He laces his fingers together and loops then over one knee, leaning back to look at Five.]
Did something happen?
[Is that a good argument or is it just he's always been like this?
He laces his fingers together and loops then over one knee, leaning back to look at Five.]
Did something happen?
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