paradisa | fifty-second labyrinth (backdated to the 10th)

[He should probably have expected it. For about a week everything had been going so right. They had made progress on the wards and then he and Ashura had spent a very pleasant weekend at the tower after the others had left.

And then what? Eleven went home first, then people disappeared, Geoff's boyfriend left while he was gone, and then Yuan died - all in the space of a week or so.

Of course nothing could ever be stable here for long.

He'd been so wrapped up in everything and the increasingly dark nature of his mood that it had taken him a few days, after the chaos had died down, that he hadn't seen any sign of his houseboy.

Annoyance covering up a pang of worry, he headed down to the boy's room and spotted the missing nameplate instantly. He cursed under his breath and punched the door.

Another missed opportunity. Another friend going home to die, in all likelihood, given how much he'd seen about Dextera's home. Yes, he hated the castle a little more than normal today.

He returned to his room and flopped into a chair. He could feel that old black rage threatening on the edges. Probably best not to be alone. And, it seems, he had some matters to attend to. It was seductive, but he wouldn't give into that old anger today. Others things were more important.

Time to open the journal...]

For those of you acquainted with Dextera, it would seem that he's been sent home

[Yuan's friends]

I don't suppose there is any way to properly express how sorry I am that Yuan had to die. He was...is...a good friend.

May I ask if there will be any kind of service? I can't imagine Yuan wanting us to give into grief, but I wouldn't mind helping to arrange something in his honor.

If you all would like, that is...

[He knew he was but a footnote in that man's life, compared to the ones that knew him before. But he felt the need to offer anyway]

[Rin]

I'd like to volunteer to guard the prisoners at the outpost.

[Fenris and Geoffrey]

Given the recent circumstances, I think we could all use a drink or...several. If you'd like to join me in my quarters.

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I guess that's up to the people from his world. I don't know how they...do that sort of thing.

That would be most welcomed, thank you. I will be there shortly.

Yes, well, that's why I asked.

Edited 2012-06-12 20:00 (UTC)

[There's a good delay before she responds to this post, because she has to turn back from being a bird first. But she sounds calm enough when she does run across it to comment.]

I'd be glad to have your help. If you don't mind talking to Galadriel first, that is. I'm having her vet people, sort of... [She doesn't want any repeats of the business with Joshua C.]

As for Yuan, maybe we could actually put something together for him for when he comes back.

Good. The door will be open.

[You know, because no houseboy to answer it :|]

I thought we'd just leave him in his room and... hope for the best. But a service would be nice, even if it's just a memorial and not a burial. [He's a little unsure about hurting the body even more than it already is, especially considering Allen's plea, so cremation is definitely out.] I think it would help all of us.

Thanks, by the way. For being his friend. Yuan's really kind of stubborn so it's hard to get through to him. [A quiet, self-deprecating noise, like a scoffed laugh.] You probably know him better than I do.

If you're referring to her mind-reading, I've already been through that with her. I can assure you I have her trust already.

I suppose we could wait. Yuan isn't terribly good at parties, though. Do you think he'd go to one in his own honor?

Have you? All right - how soon do you want to go out? The last half of this month, maybe?

I wasn't thinking a party really. We could just have some things set up to give him, or something. Something a bit quiet and simple.

That would be fine. Just as long as I have time to prepare [And...find a way to tell Ashura. Or...avoid telling Ashura. That's always an option]

So, an inclusive celebration, just for his more immediate acquaintances?

Edited 2012-06-12 20:17 (UTC)

This too shall pass. Or not. Probably.

He's too old to die~

[Should she be more broken up? She should, shouldn't she. She couldn't seem to catch hold of the appropriate feeling, here. It slipped through her cracks like a breeze]

[He's been alone for days, wallowing in his misery. So this invitation surprises him a little. Perhaps what he really needed was company.]

Several sounds nice. Where's your room again?

[A dry chuckle]

I'll be sure to tell him what when he gets back.

Back and forth again.

[She hums at the journal a little.]

...But don't. Or do. Don't let him be a ghost first, though. No no no~

Adachi and Maladict should be out there for about three more days at this point. Is that enough time?

That's what I was thinking, I guess. Something easygoing. Death can be pretty tough on people even if it's not permanent.

Hmm. How long do you ask for the stay to be, usually?

Yes, I imagine so. Though I haven't...known anyone personally who it has happened to here...until now.

A couple of weeks. If you wanted to take longer out there, that'd be fine too. What are you preferring?

[At that she just makes a small acknowledging noise. Paradisa is unexpectedly tough on everybody sometimes.]

I don't think there's any danger of that happening, darling.

Or, I don't think, in any case. [Oh no disturbing thoughts]

In that case, I'd like to wait until after Yuan gets back. Next month, perhaps?

That's fine. If you just want to get away for a shorter while I could always find another two and you could reinforce them. If that was what you'd want it'd be a help if you could take two weeks too, later. Although I understand if hanging around the outpost with two people and Legato isn't your idea of a vacation either.

You get a headstone.

[Who's to say what really happens.]

[And, eventually, Fenris makes his way to Felix's room, quietly letting himself in]

Felix. [Hi buddy, how've you been]

Still. It seems a bit of an empty gesture. I never really got why humans did it.

I'm not doing this for amusement.

That said, I could ask Ashura if he wants to go with me, if you prefer pairs. I can't guarantee he'll want to go.

How long does the trip to the outpost take, would you say?

Room 626.

I figured you weren't.

I prefer pairs because then people aren't isolated with Legato, they can team up and also trade off for breaks sometimes. If I could get bigger groups I would but I doubt I'd see that much interest from the castle, given how little people seem to be interested in this job in general. If Ashura doesn't want to go, I can find you another person to team up with for the duration. The trip to the outpost takes no time at all since we still have a teleport circle working.

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