𝙃𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙣𝙤 𝙛𝙚𝙖𝙧, 𝘼𝙢𝙮 𝙍𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 .ᐟ

Sounds good to me. I had to skip breakfast, anyway, so this'll be good for me too. Just gimme a bit, okay? [ Safi reassured the former monarch, excusing herself back to her kitchen. It sounded as though she was quite busy for the time that she was gone, judging by the sounds of running water, +

Who's gonna MAKE ME? It definitely isn't gonna be- WHOA! [ Before her next taunt, she had to silence herself and focus on getting out of the way of the incoming blows. Only, it was getting harder, Zeena was getting more aggressive than Safi had planned for. She had to seal the deal, and fast... ] +

Should I be? I should've been KO'd a few punches ago. [ Safi teased with her tongue stuck out, only narrowly avoiding the second punch before retaliating with a kick to send the Zeti back. ] For as sleek as you look, you aren't all that fast on your feet, and if I'm dodging you... [ But for +

You can't be THAT easy to read! [ Another taunt, anything to make her more aggressive and prone to mistakes; that was going to be Safi's ace in the hole. As the next punch came her way, the echidna once again kept on her feet and avoided the oncoming blow, dipping to the side as she let loose her +

Trust me, I get sick of those types real easily. I don't get them myself. And if you mop the floor with them, then they're drawing weapons, threatening to tear up your smithy, calling me a bunch of words you shouldn't say around kids... [ A snicker, and Safi's turned her back to Jet briefly +

[ And, just as she was prepared for, Safi moved out of the way of the next strike, if only slightly, with her foot stock out and tripping the Zeti once she had advanced close enough, so the only person meeting the ropes was going to be Zeena. And once she was bounced off said ropes, the echidna's +

Hey, I don't mind showing you around! The place isn't super quiet, but it isn't super busy like one of the major cities, either. Just gimme a sec to put all the stuff away. [ Safi responded, not exactly picking up on any of the audible cues from Sally regarding her difficult past prior to meeting +

Duh, of course there's more class to it. The only injuries you get in a race are gonna be caused by the rider slipping up... or if someone decides to play dirty. Still, I think my chances of escaping unscathed are better in a race than in a fight. I totally get what you mean, though. [ Safi stood +

[ So far, she's only gotten one good hit in, and she wasn't even sure how good that hit was. Safi wasn't up against another being like herself, was this stranger an alien of some kind? She didn't have time to try and understand, but merely think outside the box; a victory by KO or ringout wasn't +

In my defense, we've only spoken to each other twice. I barely know you beyond you being a racer. [ ... this was very awkward now. ] Sorry to get your hopes up for something else... besides, I wouldn't take trash talk THAT seriously. It's not like our lives are on the line over it. Just dumb +

. . . W-wait a sec, we ARE racing, aren't we? That's what I thought your challenge was. [ Not the direction she expected this encounter to go in. ] I don't doubt you could take me in a fight. I'm kinda terrible in a fight. [ Not entirely a lie, but she couldn't use her real "strength" against +

Oh, crap-! [ She was fast. She LOOKED fast. But taking a hit or two wasn't bad in this instance, what she needed most of all right now was information. So, the sweep and the following strike connected, and the echidna was knocked down, letting out an annoyed grunt as she quickly stood back up. +

Ugh. I hate cocky types. Especially when it's under a mask of "playing nice." But fine. I guess you want to study as much as I do. [ A crack of her neck, and Safi took off towards her opponent. Once she got close enough, a single punch was launched, but it seemed to lack force. In her eyes, she +

[ Safi entered the arena, far less extravagantly, not really knowing the steps of what made a good introduction... and her nerves were getting to her a little. She didn't know anything about this opponent. With a deep breath and some quick stretches to limber up, the echidna's eyes finally met +

... okay. This has been a veritable wealth of information. A shame about the green one, but I understand that the bluebird is a tactical fighter; attack first, and she will punish you. The rabbit is... powerful. I don't think I stand a chance against her in a straight up fight, not with my skill...+

... the green one is fast. She keeps throwing out attack after attack. She doesn't seem terribly bright. But the blue one is completely quiet and focused, like she's waiting for a mistake. Two totally different sides of battle... [ She's getting invested in the first match! ] #𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒚𝑭𝒂𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒐𝒏𝑷𝒂𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒛𝒂

[ She's taking her seat in the stands in anticipation of the first match. Her eyes were practically glued to the arena, knowing well that she had to memorize what her potential opponents excelled at, so she could plan accordingly when the time came for her own battles. ] #𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒚𝑭𝒂𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒐𝒏𝑷𝒂𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒛𝒂

All this for a fashion show...? I must have missed a few things. But either way... [ Safi snickered mischievously. A place this big was sure to be filled with people with deep pockets, or people with good connections -- this was a big opportunity for her, if she could turn some heads! And luckily +

So you don't really know what you want, either. [ A curious hum from the echidna. ] I don't think anyone really does, beyond basic needs or wants. With your ego, though, I'm surprised you'd be worried about something that... deep. I think that's the right word for it.

Fashion is like... the LEAST of my concerns. However! [ She's hurriedly and happily signing her name up for this. ] Anything to get my name more out there! More eyes on me means more business!

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. . . [ That ego and that tone tells her who this is before she even turns to look at him. This would have been a good day for some tune-ups, but she can't very well let that attitude slide, either. ] I don't remember asking you for one. But it's kind of you to show up and receive yours! [ She +

. . . that's not normal. [ Her arm has some kind of... growth? No, that wasn't quite right... it looked as though someone poured liquid metal onto her arm. She could have sworn she bathed the night prior... so why was something like this still on her? Was it even ON her yesterday? ] Proto's been +

[ Safi watched with eyes wide and her curiosity being piqued. She wasn't expecting to see the process in person, nor just how intricate it was. When she finally saw the board in question, she couldn't help but grab hold of it and throw herself onto it, giving it a brief spin as asked. Safi was +

Allie, huh... [ A tilt of the head, and a hand up to her chin, as if she was trying to remember something - or someone. ] ... nah, you're definitely new. I've memorized most if not all of the locals, and even some passerbys who regularly pass through town, and you don't fit with either group. So,+

Oh, issuing a challenge for that abolity of yours, huh? Okay. Then, in that case... you know about extreme gear, right? Can you cook up a new board with those nanites of yours? J-just in case I ever need a backup gear.

"You just let me worry about that." [ A pat on her back, and Safi went right back to carrying her goods, as if that abrupt crash between the two didn't even take place. Leading the stranger a bit aways from the market area, the pair found themselves at a simple looking house, standing out was not+

[ Safi was no stranger to helping folks out on hard times, and this one looked to be going through some herself. She wasn't sure of her story, nor how she got here, but none of that really mattered at the moment; someone needed help and she had the means to offer that help. Plus, they seemed kind +

There's no way you can just HAND that ability over, right? I mean... you'd have to be an expert! Or a machine! . . . *are* you a machine, by any chance? [ She's leaning closer with strong curiosity. ]

YOU WHAT

Eh. It's been hotter.

. . . Like, your own, or...?

... wait. How could you possibly have control over that many nanomachines? Technology isn't even that advanced for me back home. [ not unless one counts Gizoid tech. ] The idea that nanomachines can gather together like this and compose EVERYTHING around us, and that any one person can wield them+

A pain in the ass on a bad day. Good with conversation on a good day. Feels less lonely with her around.

It's... complicated. I'm from ankther dimension entirely. Something I wouldn't even know about, if I didn't keep running into new faces. You know, kinda like yours.

. . . [ inhale. ] Do you want this done or don't you? If you mess with me and I put a part in wrong or cut something the wrong way, this thing will probably explode on you.

I-- [ another clearing of her throat. Her goggles were lowered over her eyes as the back plate of Alicia's board was removed, letting Safi get at the internals of the gear. ] ... you don't have any proof of any of that. [ she mumbles, refusing to even face Alicia now and keeping her focus solely+

Are... are you insane? [ She knew she was mean. She knew she was, at least at one point, evil. She knew this lady was a walking ego trip. But to willingly give up a win just to oust someone else? She was either insane, petty, REALLY had it out for this Fiona gal... or any combination of the three +

OOC. stealing

Oh, come off it, princess. Do you think I don't know how folks with huge egos operate? There's no way someone as high and mighty as you would throw just to avoid paying someone. Your weirdo pride wouldn't allow it. So, again, I'll be expecting double if and when you win. After all, a princess +

Fine. [ hand wave, and she's taking yhe board. ] I'll just bill you later. I get double if you win, by the way.

Is that what they're called over there? ... I guess I still match the description. But I'm not from over there.

. . . [ Safi just stood there, frozen, for another good 20 seconds. A sudden clearing of her throat. ] I... I mean financially. [ She's looking more red than pink right now. ]

[ Biting her lip and suppressing a lot of anger. Don't deck her Don't deck her Don't ] Yes, very shortly, but before that, don't forget, we have to discuss the matter of my payment, too.

Don't look at me. People from this "Mobius" place are REALLY weird.

. . . Ah! [ She's getting under her skin again, but she can't afford to fall for it right now. ] O-okay, I'd be glad to do some work on your gear for you! Anything to let the princess come out on top. We both benefit from that, you know.

𝕍𝕚𝕤𝕚𝕠𝕟✰ Just so I know-

I heard you last. [ cheeky fucking grin. ] Buuuut, if you had gear that had been looked after by yours truly, your results could have been better.