aortic idk maybe i finally should have some shame and make a ref for vos

the lights on the stage are blinding as they usually are, but they no longer squint, don't attempt to wipe the sweat that beads at their brow... don't bother smiling beyond what's expected from someone charming an audience. it's all mechanical, practiced, milimetricaly planned to perfection. +

𝐁𝐀𝐃 , 𝘉𝘈𝘋 𝐆𝐈𝐑𝐋 -- -- 𝐆𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐀 𝐆𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐀 ◟ 𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍' .ᐟ #OCRP ♡︎ #MVRP 𖹭 & ↺ appreciated .ᐟ

( conducting business. . . what kind of business. . . 💭 * )

@luctificus.bsky.social We've not interacted much, but I've found out few exchanges pleasant. Do let me know if you'd ever be interested in conducting business.

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mhm, i don't think there's anywhere quite the library that has the big orange tree. ( and they chuckle softly, vaguely amused. it feels almost nonsensical, and yet. . . )

thank you, im sure that i will enjoy myself. . . there is a lot to learn, a lot to find, even. im sure that i will not be bored anytime soon.

( they nod, carefully popping the fruit into its mouth. it's sweet. . . how delightful. ) it's not an acquired taste, not at all, i just haven't had the chance to eat much.

oh, that kind of pleasure. i see. ( their head tilts to the side, a soft hum warming their throat. ) i suppose i am here to see the sights.

oh, we. . . we do, yes. i just haven't been one to buy them. ( the slice is still held out, patiently as they think this all through. . . . what even is the coin they use in south korea ? )

oh, you have no idea. ( it's almost like an inside joke with itself — all the miles between where they really came from and this place with no name that they know of. there is a pause. ) pardon ?

so i see. i thought it to be only decoration on the roof, but now that you mention it. . . ( a slice easily slides off of the membrane, the white part patiently pulled off before it's offered to her. ) i haven't had oranges a lot, i think im still learning how i feel about it.

it's quite the odd place for oranges to grow. ( they mention without even noticing it was spoken aloud, gloves removed to start tearing into the peel. ) are you particularly fond of oranges ?

thank you. ( patting the spot by their side for sesil to sit, gloves peeled off in favour of handling the sticky material. ) have you ever done first aid before ?

( they hum softly, carefully looking the bite mark over. . . it's probably going to bruise isn't it ? ) do you need help over there ?

( it doesn't make a lot of sense to someone watching from the outside but. . . hey, as long as she's eating ! ) haha, im glad you like them, please have as many as you'd like.

really ? i mean that would make sense. . . so please, do remember to eat often. ( humming, excusing themself to go pick what was requested. and once they're back, the cookies and water are handed over. )

oh, thank you. is there any occasion ? ( but they take the orange anyway. )

( they would have frozen were they not expecting the question, one they have been asked pretty much ever since they had found themselves here. letting go of her hand, they straighten back up. ) oh, i am not from around here. (+)

i can't say that i have ever seen anything like this, that is all. ( humming. . . it doesn't seem threatening. that's good. )

i see, it's a pleasure to meet you, scherie. ( their hand reaches for one of hers, carefully lifting it to kiss the back of it. ) it's a beautiful name.

( blinking a few times at the offered fruit, a polite yet confused smile on their lips. ) for me ?

it's flat, kind of like a pancake. . . but pancakes aren't this wet. . . . huh.

oh, wait. . . could i ask for your name at least ? ( their attention is once again turned to her, an easy smile on their lips. ) my name is eotvos.

but the teeth. . . they're so big. . .

oh, yes. im quite fond of them when i manage to catch a glimpse. . . they're beautiful birds. ( a gentle hum, carefully folding the sheet the rest of the way to tuck it into a drawer. )

. . . what if it bites their hand off.

( muttering a soft thank you as they wait for the other fold, carefully moving closer to join them together. big sheets are always a problem to fold on your own. )

( ❓ * ) hexes and trickery. . . now isn't that something new ? what is that ? an illness ?

( pause mid folding, a perfect corner held in their gloved hand before they even reach for the other. they could use some help. . . )

( . . . by great anakt, what even IS this thing. 💭 * )

( tidying up. . . )

( a nod, and their hand is tucked into their pocket instead. ) that can be arranged, just make sure to eat slow to prevent any kind of discomfort.

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( too chipper, for someone wailing the way she was a few minutes ago. . . no matter, they smile just the same and offer their hand. ) is there anything that you would really like ? im not a bad cook at all.

( so they've seen. . . what an intriguing one she is. ) come, i'll get you a glass. do you like it iced or room temperature ? oh, and are you hungry, by any chance ? ( . . . should they be asking about the shepherd ? )

( it doesn't make a lot of sense as to how she'd even be able to bounce back this quick. . . but there doesn't seem to be an explanation that they can pinpoint for it. regardless, they smile politely. ) that is very good to know. maybe we should get you some water, too. . . it helps after crying.

( . . . ? now that's something you don't see every day. ) ENA, you say ? it is a beautiful name, i am eotvos. say, ENA, are you feeling any better now ?

( the shepherd ? no, they can't say it rings a bell. . . but it matters little now as they carefully pull her up. ) this shepherd person shouldn't be yelling at people like that. say, what is your name ?