[He doesn't sound particularly cut up about it, either, though his voice holds a note of regret -- not over his actions, just that it came to this in the first place]
Unfortunate as it is, it at least allowed us to pick a common sacrifice. Elsewise I believe many who were given a vote might have all been considered culprits.
[One vs Five. He does not enjoy when he's forced to crunch numbers over human life, but in this case? There was little else to do]
Well, I can see why, given the evidence. They chose someone who fit one piece of it, if little else.
[he hums, considering.]
But she has not struck me as someone who would act, no. Do you believe that she would, if it seemed to serve her purpose in some way? Or would she avoid it at all costs?
[A pause on his end, as Chiron lifts his head and makes a point of studying Emet in a way he does not normally. It is not that the question has drove him to suspicion, but--
That is still his comrade being questioned.]
She does not serve herself, and never has... but she will serve the world under any means necessary.
[Another beat]
In that manner, she and I are similar. We will grieve for the fallen, but if we must trample over their bodies for a greater purpose, so be it.
Service to the world was the impression I had from her explanation of her duty, yes.
[he knows, more or less-- but he does not know her. chiron's opinion is more valuable when it comes to that.]
But how one goes about such a duty always varies-- there are those who would do anything possible to find another way, and then there are those who would accept inevitabilities.
[a wave of his hand-]
I do not necessarily think her guilty, if that matters to you, nor would I care if she were. Mere curiosity.
[Another pause before Chiron's expression softens into light amusement, and his head returns to the pillow]
Yes, I know -- you are very curious. No doubt your class would have been Caster in my world.
[smh]
But I will answer your question in good faith -- Ruler does not shy from the truths of the world, and what she deems to be inevitable. There is a duty waiting for her back on our planet, that which she prioritizes above all else... but she would not turn her back on the children here unless she was given good reason to consider it.
[Does he think Ruler could be moved to kill? Frankly... yes. He does.
But the reason would have to cut her to the core, and bend her to be duty-bound.]
[Voice slightly muffled, so he turns his head, staring at a nearby wall. His tail flicks to the side]
I do not bind myself to anyone without cause. While I might respect her position as Ruler, if I were to disagree with her methods, we could just as easily find ourselves on opposite ends of the battlefield.
[-- There are some moments that Emet truly exhausts him and this is one of them.]
Only if I found information that I deemed worthy of trust. If I were acting in a manner unbefitting to the group, I'd be disappointed in you not throwing me to the guillotine.
[Echoing the words to himself, neutral, even as his mind winds through nostalgia.
It has... been a long time since he belonged enough to anything to return to it. And now instead he will go to death's embrace once he finishes his business here.
It doesn't hurt accepting this. But he does wonder if being in this Realm will...
Well. No matter.]
Ah, yes, before I forget -- were you gifted an item on Friday, perhaps? I would share my knowledge with you, if you would do the same for me.
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[He doesn't sound particularly cut up about it, either, though his voice holds a note of regret -- not over his actions, just that it came to this in the first place]
Unfortunate as it is, it at least allowed us to pick a common sacrifice. Elsewise I believe many who were given a vote might have all been considered culprits.
[One vs Five. He does not enjoy when he's forced to crunch numbers over human life, but in this case? There was little else to do]
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[so, in giving up kano they avoid losing multiple people... unfortunate, maybe, but he doesn't sound too upset about it either.]
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[... With a stern frown]
I do not begrudge any who vote for me, but Ruler was among the names, I would have been displeased if she were called to die prematurely.
[That is to say nothing of some of those other names, too.]
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[he hums, considering.]
But she has not struck me as someone who would act, no. Do you believe that she would, if it seemed to serve her purpose in some way? Or would she avoid it at all costs?
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That is still his comrade being questioned.]
She does not serve herself, and never has... but she will serve the world under any means necessary.
[Another beat]
In that manner, she and I are similar. We will grieve for the fallen, but if we must trample over their bodies for a greater purpose, so be it.
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[he knows, more or less-- but he does not know her. chiron's opinion is more valuable when it comes to that.]
But how one goes about such a duty always varies-- there are those who would do anything possible to find another way, and then there are those who would accept inevitabilities.
[a wave of his hand-]
I do not necessarily think her guilty, if that matters to you, nor would I care if she were. Mere curiosity.
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Yes, I know -- you are very curious. No doubt your class would have been Caster in my world.
[smh]
But I will answer your question in good faith -- Ruler does not shy from the truths of the world, and what she deems to be inevitable. There is a duty waiting for her back on our planet, that which she prioritizes above all else... but she would not turn her back on the children here unless she was given good reason to consider it.
[Does he think Ruler could be moved to kill? Frankly... yes. He does.
But the reason would have to cut her to the core, and bend her to be duty-bound.]
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[does he know the other options? no. does caster sound perfectly fitting already? sure it does.]
But if that is the case, then I am not sure there is yet anything here that could have moved her to act. It is still early.
[it depends on what could have been offered, if she were asked.]
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Well, do you have proficiency with any weaponry? A sword would give you some compatibility with the Saber class, for instance...
[Also? Trying to imagine Emet as a Berserker... mmm don't like that either, he almost starts laughing]
I do agree, though... and she considers me a comrade, besides. If she felt compelled to act, it is likely she would make me her accomplice.
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[please no i'm laughing at the thought of berserker emet-selch, god.]
I take it that if she asked you to be her accomplice, you would accept?
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[Voice slightly muffled, so he turns his head, staring at a nearby wall. His tail flicks to the side]
I do not bind myself to anyone without cause. While I might respect her position as Ruler, if I were to disagree with her methods, we could just as easily find ourselves on opposite ends of the battlefield.
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[he considers a moment, before he says, all too lightly:]
But if you were to become involved, I would not be the one to point it out.
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Only if I found information that I deemed worthy of trust. If I were acting in a manner unbefitting to the group, I'd be disappointed in you not throwing me to the guillotine.
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[--which may change, yes. but he's already on watch for that.]
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[He can safely say that; as long as he is himself, he will let duty guide him, and little else]
And you? Do you think you will ever be moved to kill in this "game"?
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[he wouldn't particularly care about doing it...
but he also isn't particularly driven to do so.]
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[Echoing the words to himself, neutral, even as his mind winds through nostalgia.
It has... been a long time since he belonged enough to anything to return to it. And now instead he will go to death's embrace once he finishes his business here.
It doesn't hurt accepting this. But he does wonder if being in this Realm will...
Well. No matter.]
Ah, yes, before I forget -- were you gifted an item on Friday, perhaps? I would share my knowledge with you, if you would do the same for me.
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[so it's not exactly going to be a joyful return, or one after which he can relax... but a return, regardless.
the question pulls his thoughts back, however, and he nods.]
So I did. I take it yours has some function as well?
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[ah, right. his own:]
Mine will prevent the intended target from sleeping until the next Monday.
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You mean to say, no matter the day you use it on...?
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[Which, frankly, would only be if he was killing and for some reason could not afford to get caught.
As they've already discussed, Chiron does not move without purpose... so the chances are slim in his eyes.]
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[with a slight tilt of his head, he adds-]
Who was with you?
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[-- and then, with blunt honesty]
He will likely use his at some point, but I have trust he will behave himself to some degree, since he knows that I know.
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