[Hymn #26] [Movement]

[nightcrossed]

[Tear is on break at the cafe. She's out back practicing strikes and blocks with a broom since the manager is making her leave her weapons at home these days (they scare off the costumers, he says). Some of her hair is falling out of her ponytail at this point, and she'll doubtless have to fix it before the manager allows her to go back to waiting tables.

Fighting air isn't quite the same as sparring with Legretta, but at least she can relearn the motions, and at least the movement interrupts her thinking about what Van might be doing back in her own world.]

(I wonder how I can get back. Are hunting down suspicious objects and being present when the island does something strange going to be enough?)

[Swing.]

(Van. What are you up to? Who else have you dragged into this?)

[Swing.]

(I don't understand. Is this "Score" really such a terrible thing? What is it exactly and why do you hate it so much?)

[Swing.]

(I'm so sure there are people around me suffering right now. Rena seemed sad... I need to do something.)

[Swings harder. The motions yanks at the muscles in her arms and forces her to stop.]

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[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

I suppose... There's not much else to do during breaks, and I was hoping to take my mind off things.

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

Most people relax on their break. *chuckle*

What's bothering you?

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

[Smiles weakly.] That's true. I probably should be relaxing, but it just seems best that I keep myself occupied.

...

I'd really rather not discuss it in detail, but it has to do with my brother. I'd like to be able to get back home in time to prevent him from doing something terrible, that's all.

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

Nothing wrong with that, if you're happier being active.

...I won't bug you about it, but if you ever just want to talk, I'll be around. I'm not that good at giving advice, but you shouldn't have to deal with something like that alone.

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

Well, nothing would ever get accomplished if people didn't force themselves into action at least sometimes.

It's okay.
I'm not exactly dealing with it alone, but prior experience has made me realize it's best if I keep heavy topics like this one to myself. I'm a soldier, so there are some topics that must remain confidential anyway. Another problem is my lack of information. I get the feeling that what I can remember is only the tip of the iceberg, so to speak. It would be careless of me to jump to too many conclusions.

But really, thank you. I appreciate your kindness.

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

You've got a point, there.

Heh, I know how that is. Only remembering a small piece of the puzzle, and knowing there's so much more...

You're not dealing with it alone, you said, and that's good. We may not know each other all that well, but I'll always be around if you need anything. Don't forget that, okay?

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

Yes, it's incredibly frustrating, but there's nothing to be done about that at the moment.

Well, what I really meant was that I've recently discovered that several of the people here come from the same world as I do. I told one of them about what I've remembered, but it shook him up considerably. That's why I think it's a reckless idea for me to share such information in the future. Instead, I'd rather withhold what I know until I have all the details or until it's absolutely necessary for me to reveal it. It's best not to charge into things, even if I'd like to sometimes.

[She's actually smiling more genuinely now.] Honestly. Thank you for saying that. I won't forget it.

Tear is so cute. XD

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

I know. Doesn't make it any less annoying, though.

That's not reckless. Who can blame you for wanting to talk to someone else from your world about what you've remembered?

No problem! What are friends for?

Re: Tear is so cute. XD

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

(Oh jeez-Louise-mun. XD Don't start fangirling over Tear now. She wasn't even being particularly adorable!)

[Jr. didn't quite get Tear's preference for being secretive about every little thing, did he? Oh well, it didn't much matter to Tear. And hey, she might not be willing to talk about what happened back in her world, but she didn't seem to have any problems discussing things that had occurred recently in Memento Eden. She silently assured herself, however, that telling Luke about Van had been reckless.]

Uh, no. It's not exactly like that either. During the past few weeks, when the "aging event" was going on - I suppose it's best to call it that - I ended up bumping into this person repeatedly. We both had questions, so it only seemed fair for me to explain myself. That's how it happened.

...Friends, huh?

[Don't mind her. Tear's only remembered little!Tear stuff thus far, and little!Tear didn't spend much time amongst strangers or people her own age; she was only "close" to like... three people.]

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

((What, no! I was just saying! Arrgh. XD))

Oh, well. These past few weeks were all kinds of messed up. That was hardly your fault.

[Jr. grins and nods up at her.]

Yeah! If that's okay with you, anyway.

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

((OOC: XDDD))

Yes, I know. There's not much we can do about the island's games. And you're right, they were a lot of trouble as usual. I think I might have ended up engaging in a fight if things had turned out a little differently...

... [Tear stares at Jr. in silence for a moment, then smiles slightly.]

It's fine with me. You can never have too many friends after all.

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

You, in a fight? With who? That other guy from your home?

[Still grinning, he nods at Tear's words.]

Especially in a place like this, right?

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

[Sighs.]

Yes, that would be it exactly. I don't think my younger self stood a chance at the time. Although it would be a curiosity to see who would win now.

[She nods.] Though I'm inclined to say I feel less alone here than I did back at home, yes. I don't think anyone could survive Memento Eden on his own.

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

Is he still giving you trouble? I'll help you beat him up if you need a hand.

[He's only half-joking, plain by the look in his eyes.]

No, this would be horrible without everyone else here. I don't even want to think about it.

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

((OOC: Gonna eat my words in a second. Ffft! One day I'll play Xenosaga... one day... =_=;;))

A-ahh...! No, I don't think that will be necessary.
Actually, I was the one being the bully.

Which reminds me, has your training been going well? You mentioned once that you sometimes shoot at targets. My instructor used to fight with guns when she wasn't teaching me to use a staff properly.

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

((Oho? What's that? Does Jr. have another female fan? *grin*))

Ahaha, you were the bully? That's great, Tear! At least you can take care of yourself!

Oh yeah? Awesome! She probably didn't teach you anything about guns, huh? I try to keep up with my target practice, myself.

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

((OOC: He's cute. Shush.))

E-eh... I'm not sure that's such a great thing.
Of course I can take care of myself. I'd hate to be some kind of damsel in distress. It just makes it easier now that I've remembered a thing or two about fighting.

And no, she didn't. I suspect there was a reason for that. Perhaps seventh fonists aren't suited to guns, since most of them are healers or melodists. Either way, I think the staff suits me just fine.

I see. Do you feel you've improved at all since coming here?

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

((I know it. XD I'm happy you think so!))

Hey, I never said you couldn't. I'm just happy to know that you're so capable!

Healers, huh? Wonder why she used a gun, then? Not that you've remembered, I take it. Sorry.

I think I have, definitely. Target practice really helps. What about you, do you think you've gotten better too?

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

Yes, but I recall when I first came here, the Prinnies thought I was some kind of maiden in distress. ...maybe I was at the time. I'd prefer not to be thought of that way, so it made me fairly happy to know I could fight for myself.

Ah, no, you have it a bit backwards. Major Legretta used a gun, but I didn't because I'm a seventh fonist. Perhaps I could if I wanted to, but I feel comfortable enough with the weapons I brought here with me.

I'm sure it does. Not certain, really, since I've only been aware of my training for several weeks, but considering I started out not even being able to throw a knife straight, I'd say that I have.

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

From what I've seen of the Prinnies, they aren't exactly... smart. I wouldn't let that get to you.

Ahh, I see. Hey, nothing wrong with that! It's best to use whatever you're most comfortable with, after all.

Practice can only help you to improve!

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

Hnn... I had no idea. My impression was that they have a very strict master, but I'm not sure who that person might be. They seemed to enjoy being petted, though...

Yes, of course. Besides, the only arte I've remembered is a healing ability. I don't think a gun would be very useful in that sort of situation.

And yes, you're absolutely right. By the way... am I still invited to watch you practice next time? I remember you mentioning it once before. I think it could be beneficial to see how everyone else fights.

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

I don't know much about them, so I can't say.

Hahaha, no, probably not. But you never know!

Of course! You're welcome to anytime. I'd love to see what you can do, as well!

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

I suppose not.

All right, then. I don't mind showing you what I can do. I doubt you'll find it particularly interesting, however.

[bulletserenade.livejournal.com]

Why wouldn't I find it interesting? Just 'cause you don't use a gun doesn't mean it'll bore me!

[a-severed-fate.livejournal.com]

No, I don't mean that.
My abilities are far from complete, that's all.