[HATES IT HATES IT HATES IT. This is worse than the pocket!
No, he hates this completely, but it was also something he agreed to. Losing face isn't an option. He tries to ignore the whiskers in his peripheral vision and the sensation of tiny, tiny feet along his shoulder.
Akechi is so goddamn still - hunched over to give him a second to chill out before rising to his feet.]
Ah, that was - my apologies, I almost tripped is all. Where would you like to go?
My apologies, but we have bugs at my place. [Zazie.] I've heard rats are quite the voracious eaters, including insects. I would hate for anything to happen to them. It's quite small too - you wouldn't be comfortable there.
[He lives in a goddamn castle with Maruki and Vash - a ratless one, that will remain that way. Oh my god. The whiskers are against his face - didn't Fear Factor have a segment like this? Anyway.
To one of the forges he goes, cautious of the little rat on his shoulder. Trees and vines abound, but no enthralled on the prowl - not yet.]
[Oh noooo now no one will want to visit him goshhhh how sad.]
Yes, as a matter of fact. It's rather dire out and many people need assistance. Now that we've established this area is secure for the time being, I plan to guide others here.
If that were to happen, we could simply trap them in and burn down the whole building should everyone become enthralled. It makes it quite simple, actually.
[A pause and both hands raise up in mock apology.]
That was somewhat morbid. Of course, I would never do such a thing.
[It does raise a good point though - the rat has some braincells. He did read reports saying they were pretty intelligent.]
As long as there's one healer in the vicinity, it should be fine.
I wonder - that would be an issue, wouldn't it? Even you could turn and cause substantial damage in your current form. No one seems to be immune in full.
[Except for One Particular Guy.
It's not his issue though. Unless he happens to walk by during an attack in progress at this haven, which is-
Well, not fitting to his image. He should be more protective. Amenable. Concerned.]
In that case, simply text me if a problem arises. My name is Akechi - that's also my network handle. I'll do my best to take care of the problem.
Of course not. The fire would catch to the forest and then we would have a whole other problem to contend with, not to mention the morality of the action itself.
[WOW ADAM LEARN TO APPRECIATE THE REFINED HUMOR THAT IS `BASELESS ARSON ENDING IN MASSIVE DEATH AND DESTRUCTION` - g o d.]
It's nice to meet you, Adam. All I can do is wish you luck from here on out. Please take care and I hope we meet again soon, under better circumstances of course.
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The shoulder is better, maybe? He can keep an eye on the little shit and he's not living in his pocket rent free.]
We can certainly try it.
[Pause. A beat. He puts a hand under his chin because what the hell. Does he help???]
Do you need assistance? I've heard rats are quite good at climbing, but I've never seen one do so.
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I can jump.
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[Wait. Should he-
He kneels down? To help? Jump up you little freak.]
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With him knelt down his shoulder is at, like, perfect jumping height.
It’s not the most graceful thing. It’s quite startling actually. One second he’s on the ground - the next, he’s springing right at Akechi. Whee!]
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No, he hates this completely, but it was also something he agreed to. Losing face isn't an option. He tries to ignore the whiskers in his peripheral vision and the sensation of tiny, tiny feet along his shoulder.
Akechi is so goddamn still - hunched over to give him a second to chill out before rising to his feet.]
Ah, that was - my apologies, I almost tripped is all. Where would you like to go?
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I don’t know. [He can’t shrug like this…a shame.] Somewhere I’m not gonna get mauled by someone or something.
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[The little rat feet - oh my god. He tries to concentrate on the crumbled body around the corner. That's far more calming.]
Perhaps the forge. For whatever reason, that places seems unscathed. Would you be okay with that?
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[He appreciates the consideration, though! There’s a little squeak right in Akechi’s ear.]
I’ll try not to be offended that you’re not offering me your place.
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[He lives in a goddamn castle with Maruki and Vash - a ratless one, that will remain that way. Oh my god. The whiskers are against his face - didn't Fear Factor have a segment like this? Anyway.
To one of the forges he goes, cautious of the little rat on his shoulder. Trees and vines abound, but no enthralled on the prowl - not yet.]
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You know what? Now you’ve said that, I’m good. I’ll leave you and your roaches in peace.
[GROSS. What kind of a weirdo are you, Akechi, that is fine with bugs but not rats!!
When they get to the forge, he scurries around Akechi’s shoulders for a better look.]
Never been more relieved to see this place empty.
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[He doesn't live with roaches you little shit.
The empty forge is bizarre - a good opportunity to loot for weapons or otherwise, if there wasn't a little gremlin on his shoulder. ]
I can leave you some food and water, but I can't guarantee I'll be able to assist you beyond that. Will you be able to manage on your own?
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Despite his company, the idea of being left alone is…unideal?
He tries to play it off, though.]
Why, got something better to do than ratsitting?
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Yes, as a matter of fact. It's rather dire out and many people need assistance. Now that we've established this area is secure for the time being, I plan to guide others here.
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[He’s not sure how any of this magic bullshit works, or what zones are safe and out of reach, all he knows is he does NOT want to die.]
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[A pause and both hands raise up in mock apology.]
That was somewhat morbid. Of course, I would never do such a thing.
[It does raise a good point though - the rat has some braincells. He did read reports saying they were pretty intelligent.]
As long as there's one healer in the vicinity, it should be fine.
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It’s such a shame Adam’s face can’t convey any emotion right now.]
And what if they’re the one that gets turned, huh?
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[Except for One Particular Guy.
It's not his issue though. Unless he happens to walk by during an attack in progress at this haven, which is-
Well, not fitting to his image. He should be more protective. Amenable. Concerned.]
In that case, simply text me if a problem arises. My name is Akechi - that's also my network handle. I'll do my best to take care of the problem.
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[He’s seen Akechi’s fighting skill, so there’s some reassurance there, but…]
As long as taking care of it doesn’t mean burning the place down.
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[Feel better Adam???]
Before I leave - may I have your name?
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…Adam.
[Given rather reluctantly, almost petulantly so.]
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It's nice to meet you, Adam. All I can do is wish you luck from here on out. Please take care and I hope we meet again soon, under better circumstances of course.
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Yeah, well, good luck to you too. You’re the one going back out into that shit.
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[He seems Pretty Fucking Okay with it though - enrichment is a great thing.
And with the rat off him forever, he ambles out of the forge with a small, jovial wave.]
See you, Adam.