People get really desperate when they really want something, and that's what I worry about the most. I want you guys to be able to trust each other. [But Nonon's right.]
You still have people you trust anyway, don't you?
[ People have learned zero things. Those last fifteen minutes of that trial are a prime example of many things not learned.
Nonon looks down as she thinks about it. ]
... I don't know. I spent so long keeping one major secret with a very small group of people. It... [ She sighs. She doesn't want to admit that she feels a little lost without that support, without her friends from home. They spent so many years coming together as the team they are now, and she's alone here. She hates admitting her weaknesses. She doesn't regret being part of a team like that. She doesn't regret being part of a team, but she's always talked about how much stronger than she is than most of them.
...in the old life, my friends and I had our own secret, too. It's the one big thing that only we knew and it kept us together for a long time. [So, Love gets it.] I don't think there's anything wrong with being selective about choosing if you're open to the idea of considering. Does that make sense? Talking to people even if you aren't going to agree to trust them.
You never know who you'll find. What about the people here? Are you selective with them, too?
Yeah, that's exactly how we are. [ A beat. ] How we were. I never mind talking to people. It's not that. They usually mind talking to me after a while.
[ She knows she's rude, and she doesn't care to change that. ]
It's hard to be selective when there's only so many people, but I don't think they're all bad.
Yeah. [ She laughs softly, the sound somewhat fond. ] We... my team back home—we bicker all the time, but we know what we mean. I... [ Miss them. ] appreciate loyalty.
I get it. My friends and I wouldn't even talk to each other, probably, if we didn't have that one thing in common. But now it's hard to think about life without them. [Even though that's what Love signed up for by becoming a god.
For a moment there's a pause....and then she laughs.]
I miss playing with cats. Rollo's a totally good choice. [No.]
I'll ask! I'm sure I can negotiate for a little time. They spoil him too much to give him up for long, but for a visit, I'm sure they'll be nice enough.
[ Nonon actually looks stunned at that. More than she has been at any of the high body counts, more than the reveal of how gruesomely Fortune was probably murdered dated in the future of this thread, more than watching people get smote— ]
Anyone who would hurt either Rollo or any other pet deserves to be erased like a sour note.
[ Humans, sad. Animals, bitch don't even go there. ]
Tell me about it. Especially when they can't even fight back! [Ugh.] ...maybe it's a bad thing to say, but I think they're lucky enough to be safe right now.
A monkey? Seriously? [That's wild.] That's really cute...not exactly what I'd expect, but I don't think my parents would have ever let me have something like that anyway. You must have cared for him a lot, too.
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You still have people you trust anyway, don't you?
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[ Well, it's really worrying. ]
Yeah, but it's not that many. It's hard for me to completely trust someone.
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...what does it take for you to trust people? How do they earn it?
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Nonon looks down as she thinks about it. ]
... I don't know. I spent so long keeping one major secret with a very small group of people. It... [ She sighs. She doesn't want to admit that she feels a little lost without that support, without her friends from home. They spent so many years coming together as the team they are now, and she's alone here. She hates admitting her weaknesses. She doesn't regret being part of a team like that. She doesn't regret being part of a team, but she's always talked about how much stronger than she is than most of them.
She's so stupid, and she doesn't want to be. ]
I've always been selective.
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You never know who you'll find. What about the people here? Are you selective with them, too?
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[ She knows she's rude, and she doesn't care to change that. ]
It's hard to be selective when there's only so many people, but I don't think they're all bad.
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Who are your favorites so far?
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[ and without any hesitation or missing a beat: ]
Rollo.
[ She's flippant but so sincere. ]
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For a moment there's a pause....and then she laughs.]
I miss playing with cats. Rollo's a totally good choice. [No.]
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[ It's strange to think about because she can't imagine her life any other way, but it's true. She knows it is. ]
Should I ask to borrow him one day for you?
[ Listen, not talking about people she likes here.... is ideal for Nonon. ]
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Can you actually do that? I didn't think the Kresniks would give him up.
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[ Cat time is important. ]
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[ who does she have to visit (again) ]
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[ Animal therapy is powerful. ]
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Anyone who would hurt either Rollo or any other pet deserves to be erased like a sour note.
[ Humans, sad. Animals, bitch don't even go there. ]
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[ Nonon reaches up and readjusts her hat. ]
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Well, she is going to sound the most genuinely sweet she's ever been. ]
Yes, I had a small pet monkey when I was really young. He died when I was middle school. I keep him with me as often as I can.
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[ Her voice grows softer, tinged with nostalgia and a sense of sadness. ]
But Satsuki-chan and Iorin found a way to cheer me up.
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