genderbent, au, and fussy as ever (preparing for achtenberg)

[rodless]

"Behind schedule"? That's how you put it?

Listen. An alliance is a system of gears, comprised of equal, interlocking parts. If either half fails, then the mechanism doesn't function. Do you understand?

Guess I'll have to oil you, then....

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Ditto on that whole post title

[mustruninthefamily]

Do you ever get the feeling our mundanes actually forget we have to just wait here while they take their sweet time with the applications?

[rodless]

Oh, I've a whole list of things to do - assuming applying goes smoothly as planned. And I constructed my schedule figuring some time'd be lost...

Even so, I'd hoped she'd surprise me.

[mustruninthefamily]

[you did not see that]

Good to know someone can get some work done. It's way to noisy in my mun's head—all these other characters runnig around...
So, big plans for while you're learning to be a "proper young woman?"

[rodless]

[i saw nothinnng~]

Nothing but! I've been homeschooled, so it's actually exciting - for now, at least.

And yourself? Sorry if I'm mistaken, but you don't seem that optimistic.

[mustruninthefamily]

Hm, well I've attended Achtenberg before [AU background], and it's certainly not a bad institute. I suppose I'm just irritated with my mun dragging her feet.
... and maybe some recent family business I'd rather my peers not be privy to.

[rodless]

Understood, I'll ask no more! [During this exchange.]

Either way, it's nice to meet a returning student! Feels a bit odd to be transferring in the middle of high school, but what can you do? That's just the way things worked out.

--I'm Malika, by the way. Potential fifth-year.

[mustruninthefamily]

Querille Dox the fifth. [Old family name. Don't ask] Sixth year.
I've been at Achtenberg since I was twelve, but I've seen students transfer in at later years who seemed to integrate into the community better than I had.
I'm sure you'll be fine.

[rodless]

[She is the master of old, weird family traditions. It's cool.]

Pleasure to meet you, and that's good to hear. I'm looking to start up a club or something, so hopefully that'll help with meeting people.

Don't suppose you like to play games?

[mustruninthefamily]

[ooc: posted earlier with wrong account. Yeah, I should stop using my iPod to reply xP]

Hate to disappoint, but I'm not a fan of many games. Or clubs for that matter.

[rodless]

[Np~]

[She shrugs.] Hey, to each their own. It's still just an idea, so we'll see where it goes...You'd always be welcome if you changed your mind!

--is it - nosy to ask what you like doing, then? To get a feel for what people do after classes?

[mustruninthefamily]

It's not nosy to ask, but it also may not be very helpful. I'm not very big on hobbies.
I prefer to keep myself busy outside of class with studying and actual work.

I'm sure there are other students who would be interested in your club though... By the way, were you thinking videogames, board games, or some thing else?

[rodless]

Actual work, like...a job?

[Serious and studious. Probably dependable, then. Definitely worth befriending.]

Oh, and for the club, mostly non-video stuff. I play cards, myself, but wouldn't turn anyone away with a passion for gaming. It'd actually be best if we got a variety of interests, so we could all learn from each other!

[mustruninthefamily]

No, I'm not really employed. Not yet anyway, just working on my own little projects.

[Querille immediately thinks of poker and blackjack when Malika says cards. While she's not a gambling person, she does like winning]
Maybe I will look into joining your club—if I have a little free time that is. I'm also planning on applying for position on the Student Government Association this year.

[rodless]

A self-starter? That's impressive...

And we'd love to have you, if you've got the time! Even if you don't feel up to joining, stop by to play whenever you'd like.

Assuming things go like both of us plan, that is. But - if I'm allowed to share this - you've got my vote!

[She manages to curb the impulse to wink. That'd be borderline facetious.]

[mustruninthefamily]

I'll have to admit to bring more independent than most. Though it's not as if I'm on my own in regards to finances. [The Dox family is pretty damn well off]

Thanks for the vote. I'm sure there aren't any rules against knowing who's voting for you, but I certainly won't tell if you won't.

[rodless]

[She grins conspiratorially.]

Then we're all set. Best of luck with that, too.

misunderstanding metaphors 2k12

[ringmeup]

Oh, if a whole half of a machine's failing, maybe you need more than oil.

D'you need to call a mechanic? That sounds like a big problem...

if you're bad with metaphors, dear, you're doomed.

[rodless]

[Beg pardo-- oh, aren't you precious.]

Oh, not to worry, I'm good with machines.

This type tends to just need...a little kick-start....every now and again.

[ringmeup]

That's a good skill to have, I think. I mean, I kinda like to tinker with stuff, but not machines or anything...

I'm sorry, I'm getting off topic. You sure you don't need help?

[rodless]

Actually, you're helping already.

[Enigmatic smile.]

But thanks for the offer! It's sweet of you. If I ever need anything tinkered with, I guess I know who to call....

[ringmeup]

Sure! I'd be happy to help, uh-

...Sorry, what's your name?

[rodless]

Oh, gosh, didn't I say? Thoughtless of me...

[She offers a perfectly manicured hand.]

Malika Ishtar, prospective fifth-year. I'm transferring in, if all goes well.

And you are?

[ringmeup]

[It takes her a moment to click that oh, hand, this is a thing to shake.]

B- Ryoko Bakura. Nice to meet you!

...Oh, hey, we'll be in the same year!

[rodless]

[Almost gave the last name first, plus, the name itself....]

Same to you, Ryoko.

And that's fantastic! I hope we're in classes together - international students should learn from each other, after all.

--Japanese, right?

[ringmeup]

Yeah! How'd you know?

[Almost nervously,] My accent's not slipping through, is it?

[rodless]

No, but you almost gave your last name first.

[She winks.]

Lucky guess, from the possible choices.

[ringmeup]

Oh, whoops, I guess I did... [She rubs the back of her head in embarrassment.]

So, uh, where are you from, then? If, uh, you don't mind me asking.

[rodless]

[Fortunately, this girl doesn't seem to think any less of you!]

Not at all - I'm from Egypt.

Which, just between us, isn't nearly as exciting as it sounds. I'll probably be cold the entire time we're at school!

[ringmeup]

No, no, that exciting! [Egypt oh boy]

Well, you'd know better... but my father visits there a lot, and his stories are usually exciting!

[rodless]

[Suddenly you are 50 times more interesting.]

Does he? I haven't done the touristy stuff, it loses something if you live there...

[And something more if you were raised to believe all that is Morally Reprehensible.]

What all's he go for?

[ringmeup]

Oh... [She thinks.] He sometimes goes to look at potential exhibits for the museum.

[rodless]

[....ghhhk, one of those. But all you get is a blink. She's staring like you're absolutely fascinating, though.]

So he works in museums?! That's really neat....I didn't get out much at home, so I'm afraid I can't recommend anything for him to check out.

[And yet I'm sure I know more about Egyptian history than him. And I can read a dead language fluently. Hah.

Nothing beats feeling smugly superior to a total stranger, nope. Particularly when he has such a sweet, unassuming daughter.]

[ringmeup]

Still! He'd be excited to know that I go to school with an Egyptian, I think.

[rodless]

Then we're even!

Since I'm excited to go to school with his daughter.

[Grin.]

Seriously, that's really neat. I wish my family traveled more.