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estoria2016-03-04 08:13 pm
pseudonyms) wrote in estoria2016-03-04 08:13 pm
[open] Ain't it great, how we met each other
Who: Rise Kujikawa and YOU! Yes, even you.
When: 6/1
Where: Lots of locations, CYA, etc etc.
What: Rise's getting back out in the colony and dragging people along for the ride with her daily routine.
Rating/Warning: Probably not yet.
[Even if by Cerealia standards it's her birthday, Rise doesn't think anything of it. Things are different here and she has a long day ahead of her. But at least it's nice to be on some kind of schedule again and get back to the way things were.]
A.) Catch a glimpse of the hollow world;
[The morning starts early for Rise Kujikawa with a bright and early call for a photoshoot. She never realized that a "sunglasses model" could be a real job but here she is bright and early when the sun is just perfect to capture the product without the glare effect. Did you happen to stumble onto the scene of this shoot? You might find Rise perusing a table of glasses that she's meant to put on her face and she'll turn with a small grin on her face.]
Which one do you think I should start with first?
[Alternatively, later in the shoot she's put on a pair that's a liiiiittle too dark and it makes it hard to see. Sorry if she happens to bump into you on her way to put them back.]
Sorry! Geez, these are way too effective…
B.) Turning misery into meaningfulness;
[Later in the day she's in front of a storefront in the shopping district with a plate of tofu samples. This feels a little more like home, weirdly enough, and even if she's dressed down in a work smock she seems oddly relaxed. She won't hesitate to stop anybody who wanders by, maybe even tapping the shoulder of the person if it's someone she knows (hell, maybe even the people she doesn't know.)]
Free sample? It's fresh…they're trying a new recipe in there. [She has opinions on said-tofu, but collecting information and backing said-opinions is never a bad thing.]
C.) Gaze in fascination so hard;
[Regardless, even if she has a busy busy day she's going to take time for herself even if it kills her. That's what this is about, isn't it? Relaxing, getting back to a normal life after the trauma that came from that weird, dark area. After her shift at the tofu shop she'll even text a few friends.]
Weather's great! Wanna come up?
[Friends who text back will get an answer, but for anybody who…happens…to be prone to being on rooftops they'll find that Rise's dragged a couple of chairs up to the roof of her apartment building, an umbrella tilted just enough for the slightest amount of shade and sprawled out in one of the lounge chairs dressed in a bikini with yet another pair of sunglasses on.]
It's perfect, isn't it?
D.) You know the stake in high stardom is near;
[And so the sun sets. The day goes on, and there's one more shift to take care of in her day before she's satisfied. Anyone in the Entertainment District may find that several colonists are heading for one particular karaoke bar. Entering the bar, you'll find that Rise is at the mic and it's here she's in her most natural environment as she continues her performance. When she finishes the song and the applause dies, she peers around before her eyes land on you, a playful smirk on her face as she speaks into the mic.]
I think it's your turn to sing a song for us! What do you say?
[Looks like the crowd agrees.]
[Or maybe you find yourself at the bar later and she finishes another song. No matter who it is, she'll slide into the seat next to you and she doesn't even appear winded as she speaks up.]
Who knew aliens liked music so much?
E.) Looking so different glaring street light;
[Or you can wildcard her! She can be found anywhere in the above locations, wandering the colony, or maybe you're a friend who happens to bump into her. Bring it on.]
When: 6/1
Where: Lots of locations, CYA, etc etc.
What: Rise's getting back out in the colony and dragging people along for the ride with her daily routine.
Rating/Warning: Probably not yet.
[Even if by Cerealia standards it's her birthday, Rise doesn't think anything of it. Things are different here and she has a long day ahead of her. But at least it's nice to be on some kind of schedule again and get back to the way things were.]
A.) Catch a glimpse of the hollow world;
[The morning starts early for Rise Kujikawa with a bright and early call for a photoshoot. She never realized that a "sunglasses model" could be a real job but here she is bright and early when the sun is just perfect to capture the product without the glare effect. Did you happen to stumble onto the scene of this shoot? You might find Rise perusing a table of glasses that she's meant to put on her face and she'll turn with a small grin on her face.]
Which one do you think I should start with first?
[Alternatively, later in the shoot she's put on a pair that's a liiiiittle too dark and it makes it hard to see. Sorry if she happens to bump into you on her way to put them back.]
Sorry! Geez, these are way too effective…
B.) Turning misery into meaningfulness;
[Later in the day she's in front of a storefront in the shopping district with a plate of tofu samples. This feels a little more like home, weirdly enough, and even if she's dressed down in a work smock she seems oddly relaxed. She won't hesitate to stop anybody who wanders by, maybe even tapping the shoulder of the person if it's someone she knows (hell, maybe even the people she doesn't know.)]
Free sample? It's fresh…they're trying a new recipe in there. [She has opinions on said-tofu, but collecting information and backing said-opinions is never a bad thing.]
C.) Gaze in fascination so hard;
[Regardless, even if she has a busy busy day she's going to take time for herself even if it kills her. That's what this is about, isn't it? Relaxing, getting back to a normal life after the trauma that came from that weird, dark area. After her shift at the tofu shop she'll even text a few friends.]
Weather's great! Wanna come up?
[Friends who text back will get an answer, but for anybody who…happens…to be prone to being on rooftops they'll find that Rise's dragged a couple of chairs up to the roof of her apartment building, an umbrella tilted just enough for the slightest amount of shade and sprawled out in one of the lounge chairs dressed in a bikini with yet another pair of sunglasses on.]
It's perfect, isn't it?
D.) You know the stake in high stardom is near;
[And so the sun sets. The day goes on, and there's one more shift to take care of in her day before she's satisfied. Anyone in the Entertainment District may find that several colonists are heading for one particular karaoke bar. Entering the bar, you'll find that Rise is at the mic and it's here she's in her most natural environment as she continues her performance. When she finishes the song and the applause dies, she peers around before her eyes land on you, a playful smirk on her face as she speaks into the mic.]
I think it's your turn to sing a song for us! What do you say?
[Looks like the crowd agrees.]
[Or maybe you find yourself at the bar later and she finishes another song. No matter who it is, she'll slide into the seat next to you and she doesn't even appear winded as she speaks up.]
Who knew aliens liked music so much?
E.) Looking so different glaring street light;
[Or you can wildcard her! She can be found anywhere in the above locations, wandering the colony, or maybe you're a friend who happens to bump into her. Bring it on.]
b.
What--
[....A blink.]
Oh. It's you.
[??? oh.]
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You're getting better, but I think "hi" would work for next time. [Hello Leon. She's still not threatened by your prickliness.]
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What do you want?
[Oh.... so he's not responding to her (rightful) scolding of his manners because he's a rude shit.]
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Ever have tofu before? [A beat.] You can actually do a lot with it when you're cooking.
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Truth be told, Leon has totally childish tastebuds, and things that are somewhat foreign to him are generally approached with complete and total wariness. He's sure he's had tofu before... probably....
But it's still nothing all too familiar, so he's just not sure.
But also, he doesn't want to be looked at like a child, so after a long pause, he...takes one of the samples.
Though he doesn't eat it yet.]
... Is that so. I cannot say I'm particularly familiar with it. [But he is trying to get better at cooking, so...maybe he should listen??]
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The good thing about it is that it's so adaptable you can make it work with just about anything, even desserts. It mixes great with spices and meats and vegetables, too. The texture might seem a little weird if you're not used to it, but it's not like slimy or anything weird. [There's a short pause. She's not sure why she continues, but:] My grandmother owns a tofu shop. I work there last year, too.
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After another brief pause, he tries eating the tofu, thoughtful. It's not terrible, really--it's mild enough that he doesn't mind it, and nothing about it really bothers him. So when he swallows, he nods.]
This... is tolerable enough. [He liked it!
Her grandmother's shop, though, huh?]
You did not strike me as a shopkeep.
[You know, with your magical powers.]
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[But oh. Yes. There is that.] I'm usually not, but when I was taking a break I helped her in her store. It wasn't that bad. Inaba's a pretty small town but we kept busy there.
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Do not act as though I said I liked it, because I did not--!
[Ah.... but she's continuing, and he gets distracted by what she's saying nonetheless.]
... Hmph. A break from what, exactly? If you are going to share information, tell it in a manner that makes sense.
[aka he's curious but also a dick.]
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A break from my real career as a pop idol. I make music and perform and act and everything. It was only for a year and I'm already back on it but a lot happened in that year anyway.
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But then, he absolutely has a personality that is 150% unsuitable to any sort of fanservice whatsoever, sorry, Leon fans....]
... I see. [He doesn't really think he needs to pry anymore, even if there's something curious about that statement.] Then that is what you've decided to do with your life?
[It's not a judging question, for... once... Better her than him, really.]
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...but in all seriousness, she knows. She gets it, it's not for everyone and for that reason she gives a simple smile in response. Leon's not actively telling her she's an idiot for her choices, at least.]
Yeah. For a little while I wasn't sure it's what I wanted but time away from it made me realize it's exactly where I want to be. Only better now. Preparing my comeback has been kind of difficult but I'm ready to try. If it weren't for my friends though I don't know if I would have gone back.
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But, well... Rise's story is so sappy and warm-hearted and everything Leon can't really understand himself.]
... That is an incredibly sappy sentiment.
[He can't 100% deny it could be true.
But. Well. He can't say he understands it either.]
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There's really nobody you would feel the same way about? Or...maybe less than that. [She can't really see him as a squishy-feeling kinda guy either.]
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He just.
Doesn't really think that he fits into there in any way.]
... [That's a really hard question, but after a moment of hesitation, he bites out:] No, of course not. I am not interested in anything like that.
[.... Right? He just doesn't fit into anything like that, it'd be silly to think otherwise.]
That is...all there is to it.
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[Ah. Wait. Leon's kind of fussy. She should reel it back a notch...or not.] Maybe something will change for you soon.
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[He is a little fussy, but...well, he has his reasons for being so certain about that, of course.
But after a moment, he just shakes his head. Doesn't matter. Friendship isn't for him, just like she said. It's not for everyone. That's all there is to it.]
I can handle things myself, so don't feel the need to meddle any further.
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Someday, maybe, she'll be able to tactfully have that talk with him. This isn't that day though. She knows she can't say anything to change his mind on that.]
You're sure you don't want a block to take home and experiment with? [He might have brushed it off earlier, but she has to try one more time.]
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You do not know anything about me, so do not presume that you do. Keep your opinion to yourself.
[Sheesh, Leon.
Then he simply...sighs, flicking his hair from his face with an almost ingrained movement, shaking his head.]
If it will get you to stop pestering me... [He supposes he could take one home and try to make something out of it....]
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Fine. [She will...for, like, a day. But she's happy he's agreeing to at least take a block of tofu and she holds up a hand.] And it will, promise! Just hang tight for a sec.
[And zoom! She zips off into the shop to prepare a small package for him, coming back a short time later with a neatly closed white box.] Here. This should be good.
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But he accepts the box as she hands it to him, nodding briefly in thanks.]
... I will see what I can do with this.
[TIME TO TRY COOKING TOFU... time to look up recipes. And with that he...turns to go. Wow. So polite, this child. He could have at least said bye.]