[ goddess, why does she get caught up with these types... as if claude weren't trouble enough. hilda drops any form of her usual flippant sweetness, just looking exasperated. ]
Oh no. Please don't go on with that courage and compassion spiel—you don't need to win me over, okay? You're not taking advantage of any kindness, I just don't believe we should kill more people for any idiotic reason like getting even.
[ she believes him, he doesn't need to get all embarrassing about it. besides, what a silly thing to lose her trust over—defending his own life? how could she blame him? it wouldn't have been better to just let her kill him; someone would be dead either way. there was no avoiding a tragic ending.
then, a little more softly: ]
You've said it before, right? Not everyone gets the luxury of easy choices. Your options were kill or be killed—I'm not going to sit and pretend things could've turned out nicely.
[ . . . . . there's a brief moment at that where he seems surprised - before he eases himself into a smile. there's still a hint of sadness in his eyes but:]
... I'm not trying to win you over. You asked why I trusted you - and I explained why. I don't mean it as flattery... only what I see when I look at you.
[and it's someone who can both prioritize and express empathy.]
But I appreciate your pragmatism. I do think that you're kind, and I'm afraid I have no intention of taking my words back.
[ She rolls her eyes, pushing his good(?) shoulder a little. ]
Okay, sure, sweet-talker.
[ She looks faintly amused, a small smile breaking through the murk of sadness that's followed everyone around today. They'll bounce back. Because he's not wrong—they need to root out what's really going on here and sort out the larger truth. ]
Honestly, I don't think it's me being nice. I wanted to know the truth behind Sharon because... there's just something more to these killings than there is on the surface, you know? [ So she's not going into this with a whole lot of prejudice. ] Even what Virid did isn't as simple as it seems, I think.
[he matches her smile to the best that he can - going with the push easily enough so that it doesn't actually aggravate his injury. but he nods at that]
Mm, you're right.
There's currently the belief that Virid might've guided to kill by a Leader - but we don't know which Leader that is, I'm afraid. The accusation was first leveled by Swan, and when I checked with Wolf, who was in the highest place, they'd said that they can't confirm who was on their team even after death. So we're unfortunately left without a lead.
However -
Based on what I learned today, if you choose to kill, then that means that your leader will gain more information whether it's based on their own memories or the Realm.
I'd tell you what it is... but there's an experiment I'd like to try. Could you ask Rabbit if they know what happens to the removed? There's a chance that by the time you ask, they might've already overheard from another conversation -
But I'd like to see what they can tell you freely on their own, and then confirm if we two receive the same information.
Currently, what I'm looking to see is if someone needs to kill in order for their Leader to get the information that they seek - or if all Leaders suddenly remember so long as a death happens sometime during the week.
Furthermore, if the animal icon on your PHS starts blinking on a Sunday, please let me know.
[ SHE DOESN'T WANT IT but unfortunately the stakes are high enough that even hilda feels the need to get involved. this is the worst day of her life. ]
...Fine. I like floral and fruity teas—don't forget it. [ she sighs, rolling back. ] What does a flashing icon mean?
Those are my favorites too - I'll make sure it's an excellent selection.
[but he maintains his smile]
I'm afraid I don't know yet. Mine was flashing today, but I haven't been able to discern why. If anyone else experiences it, it may help me understand.
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Oh no. Please don't go on with that courage and compassion spiel—you don't need to win me over, okay? You're not taking advantage of any kindness, I just don't believe we should kill more people for any idiotic reason like getting even.
[ she believes him, he doesn't need to get all embarrassing about it. besides, what a silly thing to lose her trust over—defending his own life? how could she blame him? it wouldn't have been better to just let her kill him; someone would be dead either way. there was no avoiding a tragic ending.
then, a little more softly: ]
You've said it before, right? Not everyone gets the luxury of easy choices. Your options were kill or be killed—I'm not going to sit and pretend things could've turned out nicely.
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... I'm not trying to win you over. You asked why I trusted you - and I explained why. I don't mean it as flattery... only what I see when I look at you.
[and it's someone who can both prioritize and express empathy.]
But I appreciate your pragmatism. I do think that you're kind, and I'm afraid I have no intention of taking my words back.
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Okay, sure, sweet-talker.
[ She looks faintly amused, a small smile breaking through the murk of sadness that's followed everyone around today. They'll bounce back. Because he's not wrong—they need to root out what's really going on here and sort out the larger truth. ]
Honestly, I don't think it's me being nice. I wanted to know the truth behind Sharon because... there's just something more to these killings than there is on the surface, you know? [ So she's not going into this with a whole lot of prejudice. ] Even what Virid did isn't as simple as it seems, I think.
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Mm, you're right.
There's currently the belief that Virid might've guided to kill by a Leader - but we don't know which Leader that is, I'm afraid. The accusation was first leveled by Swan, and when I checked with Wolf, who was in the highest place, they'd said that they can't confirm who was on their team even after death. So we're unfortunately left without a lead.
However -
Based on what I learned today, if you choose to kill, then that means that your leader will gain more information whether it's based on their own memories or the Realm.
I'd tell you what it is... but there's an experiment I'd like to try. Could you ask Rabbit if they know what happens to the removed? There's a chance that by the time you ask, they might've already overheard from another conversation -
But I'd like to see what they can tell you freely on their own, and then confirm if we two receive the same information.
Currently, what I'm looking to see is if someone needs to kill in order for their Leader to get the information that they seek - or if all Leaders suddenly remember so long as a death happens sometime during the week.
Furthermore, if the animal icon on your PHS starts blinking on a Sunday, please let me know.
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stares ]
You want me to do... all of that?
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I'd like you to have a chat with Rabbit about the removed, and let me know what they say?
[HE DUMPED INFO
BUT FOR THE RECORD HE THINKS HIS REQUEST WAS VERY SMALL]
I can do the rest.
[a beat]
And I'll deliver tea to your bedroom every morning. ♥
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...Fine. I like floral and fruity teas—don't forget it. [ she sighs, rolling back. ] What does a flashing icon mean?
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[but he maintains his smile]
I'm afraid I don't know yet. Mine was flashing today, but I haven't been able to discern why. If anyone else experiences it, it may help me understand.