At the end of our meeting today, I'll see if she'd like some fresh air. [Someday apparently became today, so. He flips the pages to something he finds interesting, but he pauses then.]
Would you like to pick something for us, or shall we flip the pages and hope for the best?
[ Her playing is a bit more frantic and with more emphasis on the stronger dynamics this time around versus how smooth but showy she was the last time. ]
[NONON? But it's fine because Beauty laughs suddenly as he picks up the pace, following the notes and playing along. It's still smooth and professional, complementing the loud quickness of Nonon's playing. It takes a bit of effort to turn the pages, but they seem to be making this work.]
[ Listen, she has feelings? She's getting her feelings out and taking advantage of Beauty a little because of it. Saying she's sorry for it would be... a lie, but she doesn't hate Beauty's company?
That doesn't even out, but that's where she's at.
When they're done, she looks visibly more at peace. Her playing wasn't as perfect as it could be, but the music helps wash away some of her frustrations anyway. ]
... I made that more difficult than it should've been, but I needed that.
The pleasure was mine, Nonon-san. As I've said it's not often I get to play with other people, so even if it isn't perfect it's an experience worth having. I should be thanking you.
Oh! Yes, just a moment. [He's up on his feet and seems to linger.] Close your eyes please? [Once that's done, she'll hear him cross the room and a door seems to open. There's a cheerful bark and four paws beating against the floor as a friendly golden retriever nyooms across the parlor straight toward Nonon.]
[Antoinette is the friendliest dog, red bow tied nearly around her neck even as she continues showering Nonon with affection.]
I hope she does. I believe because I've ascended she has as well. [He sure hopes so.] She was a gift when I moved to Japan. We've been friends ever since.
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She looks at the music and grins. ]
Yeah, a challenge is just what I need right now. That's perfect.
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Would you like to pick something for us, or shall we flip the pages and hope for the best?
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I picked last time, so you can this time. Or—actually, for the ultimate challenge, we should roulette it.
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This looks good. Shall we?
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[ She grins. ]
It's one of my favorites. Let's.
[ Her playing is a bit more frantic and with more emphasis on the stronger dynamics this time around versus how smooth but showy she was the last time. ]
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That doesn't even out, but that's where she's at.
When they're done, she looks visibly more at peace. Her playing wasn't as perfect as it could be, but the music helps wash away some of her frustrations anyway. ]
... I made that more difficult than it should've been, but I needed that.
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Music is, perhaps, the most pure form of expression one can use. I think you may have improved the song actually. [Amused.] ...better?
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I made the song worse, but I do feel a lot better. Thanks for playing along.
[ Her smile is sincere. ]
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Do you ever get tired of sounding like that?
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Like a gracious but pretentious host.
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She sighs. ]
It's fine.
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[Is he breaking character or is he just being an idiot, it's hard to say.]
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That's what I thought. Can I see your dog?
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The only other time she looks as pure as she does now is with music, and she holds out her arms for the dog. ]
I love her already.
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Her name is Antoinette. [He sounds very proud.] She's about three years old now.
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[ Nonon lets her face be licked. Dogs get so many free passes with her, and Antoinette gets all the pets from her. ]
And she'll reign for many years yet to come. Isn't that right?
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I hope she does. I believe because I've ascended she has as well. [He sure hopes so.] She was a gift when I moved to Japan. We've been friends ever since.
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Who's the best dog? Antoinette is!! is the general attitude that Nonon faces Antoinette with. ]
I'd give her all the offerings, if she's now a god. [ That's an honest to god truth. ] Where did you move from?
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