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unknownseas2020-05-03 02:44 am
bathymetric) wrote in unknownseas2020-05-03 02:44 am
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WEEK 5
That's three murders now - and this last trial got more than slightly out of hand. It looks like you might be in for another tough week... or at least, maybe that's just the refusal of this place to change too much. You lose Saturday again, but maybe six-day weeks are starting to feel normal by now. Who knows? The cycle of day and night continues apace, changing so little.
Speaking of change, though, there's a new area to look through, the biggest and most complex yet. And the end of one wing of the facility, from the looks of it - though you can probably guess where more areas might start to open up.
And speaking of opening up (segues!), this week if you're out particularly late, you might sometimes see Angel out and about! So hey, maybe change is on the horizon.
Just gotta hope it's a change for the better, don't you?
SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY
[ ooc: Welcome to Week 5! Remember to turn in AC here, threads for regain coins here, and if you feel so inclined you can visit Angel's office hours over here! Or, if you want Angel to come to you, that's now an option! Simply put a prompt after lights-out into your toplevel and indicate you want Angel in the subject line, same as investigations! ]
Speaking of change, though, there's a new area to look through, the biggest and most complex yet. And the end of one wing of the facility, from the looks of it - though you can probably guess where more areas might start to open up.
And speaking of opening up (segues!), this week if you're out particularly late, you might sometimes see Angel out and about! So hey, maybe change is on the horizon.
Just gotta hope it's a change for the better, don't you?
SUNDAY | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY
[ ooc: Welcome to Week 5! Remember to turn in AC here, threads for regain coins here, and if you feel so inclined you can visit Angel's office hours over here! Or, if you want Angel to come to you, that's now an option! Simply put a prompt after lights-out into your toplevel and indicate you want Angel in the subject line, same as investigations! ]
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... His duty was to record everything. He hated it, hated being unable to tell me anything....
[ She squeezes Ema's hand, those tears welling up again. ]
I know-- I know it isn't my fault, when it comes down to it... but it's easy to blame myself.
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Mira, c'mere for a second...
[ Once she sees Mira about to cry, she puts herself up on her knees and moves in to wrap her up in another embrace. She's willing to let her get it all out, if she needs to. ]
Blaming yourself...it just isn't right, get me? If you didn't stand up for yourself like that, you would've been stuck going through that, getting points for who knows how long. All of that fighting, all of that suffering, and for what? Two gods and some piece of work to get a few laughs?
They didn't give you a choice, Mira. You're not responsible for any of it. You had to put your foot down, and...even if Noah hated not being able to tell you anything, I'm sure he didn't blame you for a second, either.
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It helps more than she'd ever thought. Mira still cries, but--it's from relief. From being accepted in spite of everything. From having Ema here, holding her like this.
She nods. ]
I couldn't keep doing it-- Even if I don't remember, I know that much. I couldn't let them think they could do whatever they wanted, Ema. [ She holds onto her, just a little tighter. ] It's so wrong, but I don't-- i-if I go back, I don't know if I'll even be able to stop it, even knowing what I do now.
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Anyone would feel that way. It's your life, Mira. You had to take it back. Like I said, they didn't give you a choice. And you're strong enough that you mustered up all of the courage you had and went. Even if you don't remember it...that sounds like you.
[ She has to wonder if, gods or no...maybe they only punished her like that because they were afraid of her. ]
There must be a way, though. Some way to escape it, or to get back to them and stop it, or something. I refuse to believe for a second that you're in a hopeless situation. I refuse to believe there's such a thing.
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[ She lets out a breath and lifts her head, wiping at her eyes. ]
No matter what I do though, I don't-- I don't think anything will ever bring him back. I think that's what hurts the most.
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I know you don't remember, but...does it say anything about how it happened to you? If there's a way for it to happen at all...well, at least you know it's not impossible, right?
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[ ... ]
They were the ones who brought both of us back each time. If I demand they stop this whole nonsense, then of course I'll ask-- no, tell them to bring him back, too.
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[ It is easier said than done, of course. But... ]
After everything they did to you and him, I think you both at least deserve that much, Mira. And if they're willing to keep bringing you back for something that shallow, obviously they'd have the power to bring Noah back, too. Especially since he was also caught up in their mess...
[ She doesn't have the heart to ask what happened to him. But from the way she's talking, it certainly seems like something happened. Still, she pulls away for a bit, just so she can get a better look at her face... ]
Whatever the goal is, I'll help you however I can. I don't have any special powers or anything, and I'm no good in a fight, but I'm making sure that whatever it is that needs to be done, whatever you're gonna go through, you won't go through it alone.
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Honestly, just.... having you here helps. Having a friend like you... I'm really, really thankful...
[ She squeezes Ema's hands, letting out a soft, almost thoughtful laugh. ]
I know it was a lot, but... thank you.
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[ But she held her own really well at the meeting...well, until the idea of a ghost popped up, but to be fair, that kind of spooked her, too. Even though she tried not to let it show. ]
I wish I could do more for you than listen and cheer you on. Especially when it comes to stuff that's a bigger deal, like this. But it means a lot to me, that you came to me with this stuff. That you trust me with it. I'm glad that I'm someone you feel comfortable with. It's really...you know, it sounds a little silly now, but I worried about you a bit, when we first met. Not in a bad way or anything, but I know you weren't used to being around so many people, and I was afraid that if you had some kind of problem, you'd keep it to yourself, or try to hide it...
[ For two whole years, that's what Lana did, after all. She shut her out at every turn, or acted like she would just be a bother. And because of that... ]
But I think everyone needs somebody to turn to, at some point. And I'm really happy that I can be that person for you, if you need it, you know?
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[ She can't even laugh a little, like she usually does when she's vaguely uncomfortable... but her heart feels lighter. Though, that Ema was worried about her... She hadn't expected that. But Ema has such a big heart. And Mira-- Mira's immeasurably happy to have met her. ]
Even if it might not seem like much, you're right... And you're someone I know I can always turn to. I think it really goes without saying at this point, but... I'm here for you, too. Even if it's something small, my-- well, Zerinda's room is always open. Just say the word, and I'll lend you both my ears.
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[ Ema can't help but crack a smile when she hears that out of Mira; she feels kind of shy to have admitted that she worried, but seeing that Mira feels better is always a relief.
...Not that she doesn't still worry now, a tad, but it's for decisively different reasons. ]
Remind me, Zerinda's in room number two, right? I think that might be fun. You know, girl talk. We could have a little slumber party. Might be a bit of a tight squeeze for the three of us in one of these bedrooms, but I'm sure we could manage just fine...
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[ She nudges her a little. ]
Mm, that's right. And actually... I was thinking about that. Instead of just us three, why don't we make it a whole girls' only night? It would be impossible to get us all into a room, so it couldn't be a slumber party.... but we could take over the library. Play some games, eat food that's terrible for us, make things with some flowers....
I've actually been thinking about it, and I did invite Angel, too.
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[ It seems excellent, honestly. A great way to keep their spirits up, especially since the motive seems to be hitting hard again... ]
Angel should definitely be there. I'll even make a sign, too. "No Boys Allowed," just like my room used to have when I was a kid. Maybe I'll make one of those very scientific paper fortune tellers...
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[ ... Thursday seems dicey, after all. ]
A sign sounds perfect. And you can even make it really pop with all the supplies in the art room, so they really know not to come in. [ And her eyes brighten at that. ] Paper fortune tellers? Well, now you've got my interest....
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[ She (very maturely) sticks her tongue out at her-- ]
I think they used to call it a "cootie catcher"? Just a cute game, really. You ask it a question and pick a color and some numbers...I'll see if I remember how to make one. But you can definitely leave the sign to me, and I'll help with the desserts. If I'm not mistaken, I think I owe you an extra-good one, still. Something to look forward to.
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[ She sticks her tongue right back out at her!! ]
Well, I only have Monopoly to bring, so any other games will be welcome. Hmm... I wonder if anyone's gotten playing cards... But you know, we could make those too.
[ She's so excited about this, mostly because she's never been able to do anything like it...! ]
I can't wait to see what you come up with for desserts. And I wonder if we can get things like fries and nachos from our mysterious chef...
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[ Maybe Monopoly isn't the smartest game to play in a place like this, though...eh, they can figure that out when they get there. ]
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[ It's strange to think about--getting out of here, going to a different place with her friends.... But she's growing extremely attached to the idea. Maybe that's dangerous, but she can't help it. ]
Though... tell me you have a good place to get crepes, otherwise, it's not truly a memorable food experience.