...Shishimaru-kun. You've asked me why I would want someone like you by my side, and I told you it's because your view point is interesting. I'm afraid I haven't been entirely honest with you. I believe you would also benefit from being able to grow outside of what you've already become. I could help you with that.
Likewise, I believe we need people like you in our midsts.
I think it can do incredible things to a person. [The tone's gentle, but yeah. Sorry that Taka's getting slammed with three gods that are telling him to feel things oh my god.] Where words and money and power can't reach, growth can and it can provide opportunities previously just out of reach.
No. [There's a pause as they seem to give Taka another considering glance.]
You remind me of someone I once knew. They may have felt the same way once, but I often wonder if it's because she was the one who changed all of us instead. [They cup their chin in their hand, silent for another moment.]
Sometimes you change, and sometimes you're the one starting the change. The world needs both kinds.
Yes. [That seems to be all that can be said though.] Someone very important to me before all of this. Perhaps it doesn't matter now that I've chosen this.
That's also a very complex question, Shishimaru-kun. [They bow their head, uncertain of how to proceed. The overexcited act has dropped now that they're onto a more serious subject. How much regret does Taka have from opening this conversation?]
Sometimes I wish I'd given it more thought than I did.
That's perhaps another story for another time. [Not necessarily because they can't say it, they also just don't really want to talk about it. Instead, they shift again, brightening up a bit.]
For now, it is my duty to help you throughout this game even if you haven't aligned yourself with me.
It doesn't have to be fancy, though I prefer it be something well-prepared. I've someone who has a bit of a refined taste, though she's also somewhat picky. I haven't found what's best for her, but I'd like a few recipes for her to try. Preferably lean meat and non-leafy vegetables, I think.
This can, of course, wait to be brought to me until the rules change, but experimentation may require time.
Thank you. [They also seem incredibly grateful, so.] Remember. A favor for a favor. It may not be anything large, but I can try to make it worth your time and effort.
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...Shishimaru-kun. You've asked me why I would want someone like you by my side, and I told you it's because your view point is interesting. I'm afraid I haven't been entirely honest with you. I believe you would also benefit from being able to grow outside of what you've already become. I could help you with that.
Likewise, I believe we need people like you in our midsts.
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... is growth really that important for you?
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Are they just screwed then, if that's the case?
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You remind me of someone I once knew. They may have felt the same way once, but I often wonder if it's because she was the one who changed all of us instead. [They cup their chin in their hand, silent for another moment.]
Sometimes you change, and sometimes you're the one starting the change. The world needs both kinds.
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things really are easier when you keep to yourself. ]
She?
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[And yet they sound almost kind of sad.]
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... can you not interact with people from before you became a god?
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there's an awkward pause ]
Do you regret it?
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Sometimes I wish I'd given it more thought than I did.
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[ he doesn't know how to comfort ]
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For now, it is my duty to help you throughout this game even if you haven't aligned yourself with me.
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it's not like taka would like to share either. ]
Help how?
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[Favors, answers, whatever. Beauty doesn't quite know how Taka feels about Merriment.]
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it's funny ]
And we can do favors for you?
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For me and for the other gods, yes. Favors earn you favor, after all. Remember what I said about client-business relationships?
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[ besides murder ]
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...I suppose I do have a task for you, if you're interested. Though some of the others may accept your assistance as well.
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[ it better not involve flowers ]
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[No Senri has flowers covered apparently it's okay.]
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[ he very obviously was not expecting that question ]
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This can, of course, wait to be brought to me until the rules change, but experimentation may require time.
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Sure. I'll give it a try.
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