[ xie lian pauses for a moment, like he's deciding what to say. ]
I think it's quite obvious it was the Watchers, don't you...? They are not necessarily aligned with their 'higher power's will, and we saw the punishment that happened today when that information was revealed publicly. I have a feeling it was a secret. Perhaps an act of rebellion, and a way for them to help us.
...I'm not sure how well Baraqiel-gege will accept an apology, but...
[ baraqiel: our resident bitch ]
...that wouldn't be a bad thing, I don't think. Rather, it just means that those of us who are aware of such positions must be incredibly careful of what we speak of them. It is part of why I have approached you in such a roundabout way, today.
If it is possible, I think we ought to arrange a meeting between our two respective parties. You and I would not need to show up to it - merely facilitate, perhaps by giving them a place to meet and a time, so they can begin to work together. Is that something you would be amenable to?
... gonna just focus on what's important, for the moment: ] Then, I'll get in touch with you when we awaken first thing on Monday. Let's do so with fidelity.
now that he's asked, van zieks might notice xie lian looks less crispy than he did before! his hair is still a disaster zone but the burns on his cheek and jaw and what's visible on his neck look a little more healed than they did before. ]
All things considered, I am well. Someone blessed me with a bit of healing - I do not know who, but it was an act of kindness I am grateful for.
I know now magic is uncommon in others realms. Yours, too, right? Susato reacted similarly. But, it was done here through... well, I think, anyway, it was done through a coin power. I cannot say for sure.
If it makes you feel a little better, I'd never heard of a 'vampire' until I met you all. [ stop bringing up your boyfriend zieks
anyway - he does look a bit surprised, at the first part. ] Do you think? Admittedly, it is strange... I usually am able to heal fairly quickly from anything, so to be down like that was frustrating...
Aha. [ a-qing... touches heart... ] We are from very similar places. She has a daozhang that she treasures. From what she has told me, the two of us are quite similar, and from what I saw of her memories, it is true - right down to the way that we dress.
It is nice, to have a touch of familiarity here, so I am glad that I can provide that comfort.
...it never hurts to be kind to others, Mr. Van Zieks. [ this is not a lecture. but.
[ at least, he is very sympathetic, and it comes through clearly in his tone. ] We are in a very stressful situation - I certainly do not hold it against you. You are human, no? It happens.
...Even so, I think it would be good to talk to Rin, in private. He might appreciate it, if you have not already.
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[ xie lian pauses for a moment, like he's deciding what to say. ]
I think it's quite obvious it was the Watchers, don't you...? They are not necessarily aligned with their 'higher power's will, and we saw the punishment that happened today when that information was revealed publicly. I have a feeling it was a secret. Perhaps an act of rebellion, and a way for them to help us.
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I suppose that does make sense. Then I owe them an even greater apology.
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[ baraqiel: our resident bitch ]
...that wouldn't be a bad thing, I don't think. Rather, it just means that those of us who are aware of such positions must be incredibly careful of what we speak of them. It is part of why I have approached you in such a roundabout way, today.
If it is possible, I think we ought to arrange a meeting between our two respective parties. You and I would not need to show up to it - merely facilitate, perhaps by giving them a place to meet and a time, so they can begin to work together. Is that something you would be amenable to?
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Excellent. We can set something up tomorrow, perhaps - or, wait until we move to a new location for Monday.
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... gonna just focus on what's important, for the moment: ] Then, I'll get in touch with you when we awaken first thing on Monday. Let's do so with fidelity.
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I will expect you.
[A pause.]
Aside from all that, how are you faring?
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now that he's asked, van zieks might notice xie lian looks less crispy than he did before! his hair is still a disaster zone but the burns on his cheek and jaw and what's visible on his neck look a little more healed than they did before. ]
All things considered, I am well. Someone blessed me with a bit of healing - I do not know who, but it was an act of kindness I am grateful for.
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[He's been wondering this since it's been referenced a few times.]
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I know now magic is uncommon in others realms. Yours, too, right? Susato reacted similarly. But, it was done here through... well, I think, anyway, it was done through a coin power. I cannot say for sure.
Either way, it was very kind.
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But I am not surprised that someone chose to use that power on you.
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anyway - he does look a bit surprised, at the first part. ] Do you think? Admittedly, it is strange... I usually am able to heal fairly quickly from anything, so to be down like that was frustrating...
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I mean that you seem to be the sort of person who attracts kindness.
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he makes a little noise to that, rubbing the back of his neck. ]
...Maybe. If that is so, then - it is I hope because I do my best to be kind to others, and try to appreciate gestures like that when they are given.
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I would imagine so. Miss A-Qing in particular regards you very highly.
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Aha. [ a-qing... touches heart... ] We are from very similar places. She has a daozhang that she treasures. From what she has told me, the two of us are quite similar, and from what I saw of her memories, it is true - right down to the way that we dress.
It is nice, to have a touch of familiarity here, so I am glad that I can provide that comfort.
...it never hurts to be kind to others, Mr. Van Zieks. [ this is not a lecture. but.
it is a tiny, tiny bit pointed. ]
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... Someone has to be the "bad guy" if we are to not devolve into chaos.
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There is a fine line between keeping order and instituting cruelty.
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... And when I crossed a line, I apologized, did I not?
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[ he does deliver this very gently and evenly, though - no judgement. ]
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[He is very stressed out and it is making him extra mean.]
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[ at least, he is very sympathetic, and it comes through clearly in his tone. ] We are in a very stressful situation - I certainly do not hold it against you. You are human, no? It happens.
...Even so, I think it would be good to talk to Rin, in private. He might appreciate it, if you have not already.
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I suppose I could. But do you truly trust me not to make things worse?
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