[OPEN] it's not so bad

[sealeted]

Who: Hakuno Kishinami and you, yes, you!
When: Throughout June
Where: Caissa and Lasker, K101 if you're a resident of she told you where she lives
What: Jobs and adjustments
Rating: None (will change if necessary)


one: you can (not) have a drink
Hm...

[Hakuno is standing at the edge of a safe zone, like some mischievous child dancing at the edges of an irritated beasts cage. Or, well, maybe without the dancing; she seems more concerned with getting her hair under control. Her water gun is at her feet, all but forgotten for the moment as she stares uncertainly at her reflection in a nearby window. There are two hair ties pinched between her lips, and her hands are buried in thick, long, dark hair as she wavers between several different hairstyles.

She... she's literally spoiled for choice, is the problem. Back in the Moon Cell, she was incapable of modifying her appearance, even if she had the theoretical knowledge of how to do it. It's so weird, seeing herself like this.

She doesn't know which one to pick. Feel like lending a helping hand, so she can finally get started with her glorious water combat experience?]



two: law & order: dunyaland
Okay, so, we'll need a culprit, and some decoys...

[After a surprisingly popular impromptu ploy not too long ago, Hakuno has been given the green light for a full-blown mascot murder-mystery. More to the point, she's been given responsibility for plotting the whole thing out, which leaves her here in the break room, with her bunny head on the table next to her and her costume shoved down around her hips as she pulls faces at the collection of notes in front of her.

- culprit: The Mysterious Melter (?) (find a volunteer who can ham it up)
- victim(s): find volunteers/be the victim
- weapon: Melting Ray (find water gun)
- motive: ?
- clues: ???
- witnesses: find volunteers
- crime scene: gonna need more chalk
- other stuff: ?????? why did I do this to myself

...it looks like she could use some help.]

—ah. That's right, we'll need a lead detective too...



three: FADE IN: king 101, interior
[After everything, Hakuno has to take a minute to sit on her new Real Life Bed, in her new, shared(!), Real Life Room. She's had personal rooms in the Moon Cell that she shared with her Servant, but those were much sparser aside from what few accessories and decorations she could trade Taiga for. So far, all she has are her clothes, her bow, her quiver, the Gilgamesh figure that Gilgamesh himself forced upon her, a small toy lion she bought on a whim at Dunyaland, leaned up against the still-unsealed figure-box, and a tiny snow globe-esque cube she actually searched for.

Hakuno hugs her pillow to her chest, mindful not to disturb Francis Xavier, who is peacefully snoozing on her lap in a little, fluffy ball. Her hair is damp from a recent shower, with a towel draped around her neck to keep dripping and puddles to a minimum.]

This... is my home now.

[The words are quiet.

She's a soft-spoken girl to begin with, but her voice is even softer now, as if scared to actually voice the words. As if scared to take the chance and believe them.]

Comments

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Uh... let's, I think it was "you there, avert your gaze at once," or something like that. And then he demanded to know who I was and what I thought I was doing, staring at such a 'precious artifact'.

[So, classic Gil, basically.]

I'd like that. In the Moon Cell, prices were set in stone, so I don't have much experience in haggling.

[Hakuno fidgets, feeling heat creep over her ears.]

M-maybe. We'll see if I do something worth having something like that.

[hoasen]

[He called the figure a Precious Artifact.

LONGEST SIGH IN EXISTENCE. She waves her hand dismissively.] Well, I'll give it to him for trying, I suppose. Having told you to look away, and then making you keep it.

[She shrugs lightly.] I will teach you. Here, markets line many streets, and so you will be able to get good bargains with enough technique, pressure, and practice.

[She's determined to see this through!]

I think so. For some reason, we are granted magic here. Myself, I did not have magic where I am from, but I was strong, and was able to regenerate. Here, I am a Rook! I defend others and control gravity. Soon, you will find out what specialties you will be granted with.

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Yeah, he's.... Yeah. Well, it's mine now, apparently. He said he'd be checking in to make sure I treated it right which is going to be... something, I'm sure.

[She has somehow found yet another skill to acquire. Go Team Hakuno.]

Um, I've done a little research, myself. I hope in the future I can become a King, myself. I think I'd like healing better than normal combat. After so long in the Grail War...

[She trails off, and quickly shakes her head.]

I'm hoping Sensei's lessons will help me reach that goal, eventually.

[hoasen]

[Suddenly a dark look comes across her face, before disappearing.] In that case, I believe I have an idea for our very first girl's night. [Don't worry, Hakuno, you're in good hands! But Gilgamesh's figurine? Might not be. No she'll be good, I swear.]

A King! If so, I'll be relying on you. Because I have to be on the frontline to protect everyone. [She taps her own chest.] As long as everyone heals me, I can do my job.

Sensei is Adrasteius, no? I think you'll be in good hands.

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Um...

[Wow, what is this sudden surge of protectiveness over that unwanted figure?]

He said if I was good, he'd teach me some tricks with the bow, so...

[Ah, it's just good old-fashioned self-interest. False alarm, everybody.]

I'll do my best! Yeah, Sensei seems like the perfect person for the job, from what I've heard.

[hoasen]

[She quickly waves her hands.] Do not worry, nothing will happen to him. It. I have a sibling who is very into collectables like this, and I recall that as long as we do not damage the box and the figure, we will still be able to keep resale value!

[In her hands, at least everything that would make them good money will remain safe. And Hakuno's future lessons.]

We'll do something impressive that he will still teach you bow techniques.

But yes, Adrasteius is very responsible, so he's determined on the battlefield. He's not...someone who likes bloodshed. I think learning under someone like that is good, however.

[sealeted]

I think he would kill me if I tried to sell that thing.

[Vietnam... Hakuno isn't sure why, exactly, but those words seem foreboding, somehow.]

I-Impressive, you say...

[hoasen]

Well, it was a gift, so I wouldn't recommend selling it. But even so, preserving its resale value matters. Apparently.

[Instead of peeling the seals open, Vietnam uses her gravity to repel them. Now they can be saved for later.]

Impressive.

[And she carefully slips the figurine out of the box, inspecting it. So you can move the limbs...]

He will ride his noble lion [THE PLUSH LION] into the sunset. We will construct a background as well.

[sealeted]

Oh, neat.

[In both the tidy sense and the awesome sense. Hakuno claps politely, sitting on the edge of her bed.]

That could be fun. If we found some clay or something, we could make little enemies for them to fight, too.

[hoasen]

[Vietnam talks shit about Gilgamesh and picks on him, but she doesn't actually want to ruin him. So this is going to be epic! And hopefully will score Hakuno some points.

Hakuno's idea is already amazing too.]

What a great idea! We should run down to the hobby room to collect some of the materials we need.

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Sounds good. Um, I have some money now too, if you wanted to get snacks!

[She could play hostess. This world has limitless possibilities.]

I'm still getting my bearings, so you might need to take the lead.

[But Hakuno gets her shoes on and carefully sets the books aside for later perusal.]

[hoasen]

Oh! I suppose we will need some food for the hard work we are about to do.

[Alright, that should be fine!] Next time, I will repay you.

[And since she's ready, she heads towards the door to wait for Hakuno.]

I will show you how to get to the rooms at the same time, not to worry.

[sealeted]

[YES, Hakuno finally has a chance to give back.]

I'll look forward to it.

[Hakuno follows after her like a little duckling.]

Thanks. I have a pretty good head for mental maps, once I get situated.

[hoasen]

[Since it's her money too, she's allowed to PICK WHATEVER SHE LIKES.

And off they go!!]

That's good! It's very big, so if you can catch on quickly, you'll definitely be fine. [And so...actually they probably should--]

Let's head to the hobby rooms first, that way we can keep the food as fresh as possible. [Wherever they are stored.]

[sealeted]

[It's a brave new world, hot damn.]

Got it. Do you spend a lot of time there? I mean, you have your inn now...

[hoasen]

[THE BEST KIND OF BRAVE NEW WORLD.] The hobby rooms also have all the equipment I need with sewing and other things, so I do go use them quite often. That way, I do not have to disturb anyway with noise.

But yes, my inn, I employ natives to help me out. Because of the war effort, I have to try to remain here as well. So I remain living in the Hall of Glory for that purpose. Instead, since Gilgamesh's business is located in Caissa, I continue working there.

[She shrugs lightly as they head to a different quarter.] It isn't hard though. There are trains and airships to take me to those cities.

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[Hakuno nods along, not stopping even when she latches onto one particular word.]

Airships...

[Sure, the only one she's ever been on was Gilgamesh's, but given that she directly associates that with her escape from deletion, she can't help but perk up. It won't be anything close to the same, but God, doesn't that just make it another new experience to try out? She shakes herself out of it.]

—um, what exactly do you and Gilgamesh do there? Interview people and then compare profiles?

[hoasen]

[Airships!! Her curiosity has Vietnam perk up.]

You have never been? Then we must go on the Airy at least once! [Although they go on the Airy all the time, but as in for a vacation. Because it's like a cruise ship! None of these airships compare to airplanes back home, but that's not the point.

As for what they do--]

Well, that's what he mainly does. They submit profiles, and then they can inspect other profiles to see if they are interested in someone. Sometimes, Gilgamesh would help as well. He doesn't charge anyone unless they have a successful match.

As for myself? [Suddenly she looks very serious.] I control his funds and accounts. [...And she lets that hang a little. Because everyone knows about Gilgamesh's awful spending habits, and he knows of her Iron Grip on his money.]

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Well, not here at least. It's probably different from the one I've been on.

[And, you know, not golden and fit for interstallar travel. But Hakuno isn't as picky as the King of Kings.]

I see...

[Hakuno reaches over and takes Vietnam's hand, looking her in the eye and gripping it gently.]

You have it tough.

[hoasen]

The airships here are not the same as the airplanes back home. These take longer, for one.

[But she should half get it, considering they're in a way, in the future compared to Blanc.

Vietnam suddenly blinks as she sees her hand being taken. But why--OH.]

O-oh! It is difficult to stop him spending, but he listens! I usually have to remind myself to be gentle with him. [Wait what.]

[sealeted]

I've never been on an airplane.

[Because of the whole... you know. Moon Cell deal.]

No, I completely understand having the urge to commit violence when talking to him about money. I completely understand.

[hoasen]

Goodness, what things do you want to do?

[She hasn't experienced a lot, but planes will have to wait just because they don't exactly exist here. Slower airships it is.

Also, Vietnam is beginning to feel a little sorry for Gilgamesh. But she's not sorry at all.]

H-He's...good...usually... [Trailing off before she sighs.] It's fine, I know big spenders big home, so it's not even new. [America, who used his own tax dollars to make his costume for halloween.]

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...'everything' is a bit too broad after all, isn't it?

[No Vietnam, never feel sorry for Gilgamesh. That's crazy-people talk.

Hakuno releases her hand, allowing her to keep going.]

Actually, we should make sure to get some glitter for his enemies, speaking of him.

[hoasen]

[She waves her hand vaguely.] Broad, but the truth, no? There is much to learn and experience here.

[BUT...yeah okay no, guilty feeling is now gone.

She was happy that Hakuno supports her though. This only means Gilgamesh is probably going to get hit more. Alas. The same hand Hakuno held is going to be the very same that smacks him.]

Oh! What a good idea. Gold, I suppose. And red for blood.

[sealeted]

There definitely is.

[Cooking, alchemy, sewing, archery, the list just keeps on growing.

And, for the record? Hakuno would feel flattered to have any part in knocking Gilgamesh down an infinitesimal fraction of a peg.]

Maybe we could use string or ribbon for the blood, so it doesn't get mixed up.