on being reserved and his inventory;

[errersansbut]

A piece of home to keep me company during my first few days in space? They'll die within the first two, I'm certain. Chrysanthemums are lovely flowers, but they've no place with me there and the Feast of All Saints is more than a handful of months from now, mon cher.

[ his lips thin into a line, the corners twitching with the threat of a frown. ]

Perhaps if I press them, I can return them to their rightful places when I return, but I would rather you resist this temptation and grant me a mere moment's peace. You've my compliance as always, but let us begin this venture on the so-called "good foot".

Comments

[notevenagirl]

Some flowers? All I got was a dress.

[errersansbut]

A dress seems more practical. You've no danger of it wilting, at least.

I can't fault her much, though. She's looking to provide me with a book or two as well.

[notevenagirl]

Well that's good, if you like that kinda thing. There ain't much to do between the mystery and the near certain death.

[errersansbut]

It would certainly provide a distraction from it.

[ a small pause, and then: ] Have you been there long?

[notevenagirl]

No. I'm seventh wave. Just got there.

[errersansbut]

I see. If she does send me there, you're welcome to my books. [ the corners of his lips lift slightly before he offers an addendum. ] If you like that sort of thing.

[notevenagirl]

I'm not really, but if I'm bored enough. [Although currently she isn't.]

[errersansbut]

Then if you're bored enough.

[theomega]

Cheer up, mate.

She could send you along with nothing but your underpants and a frown.

Or, better still- depending upon your definition of 'better' -she could send you into space right into the middle of a war, as well as a horror story.

[ And here, the dryest of sarcasms kicks in. ] And wouldn't that be just a peach.

[notevenagirl]

I don't think I will be. This ain't the borin' type of place.

[errersansbut]

Most arrive naked I've been told. So, depending on the situation, it might play out similarly.

[ he arches a brow, curiosity getting the best of him. ] Is it safe to assume the latter is what you have to look forward to?

[theomega]

Well congratulations. I suppose you've won the jackpot.

[ Ashley's quiet for a moment, a frown of his own beginning. ] Sure- so long as it stops at assumption.

[errersansbut]

That is one way to approach it, I suppose.

[ and then there's a certain amount of sympathy. louis knows that look well, unfortunately. ] Something to hope for. The scenario sounds less than pleasant.

[ohhdeer]

Um. I can-- help you keep your flowers alive if you like.

[errersansbut]

Even if they are cut? I admit, I know very little of flowers.

[ohhdeer]

That's.. ah, that's how my powers work. I mean, plantlife is-- I can sort of.. ask them to keep blooming.

[errersansbut]

... Your powers? [ ah, his surprise smooths easily into a small smile. ] If it isn't too much trouble. I'm not in the habit of requesting favors.

[ohhdeer]

Oh! No, not at all! [ the most flustered deer-person. ] I mean, I-- I practically live in the oxygen gardens there, s-so.. I love flowers.

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[presumptuously]

You're....you're going into space?

[ Purses her lips nervously. ] ...Just be careful, whatever you end up doing. All right, Louis?

[errersansbut]

Oh? Then you have my thanks. It seems they will be in the best of care.

I apologize for my lack of manners. My name is Louis.

[ohhdeer]

[ a small, shy smile. ]

It's nice to meet you, Louis. I'm Asa. I-- I hope you like it there. M-Most people I've met have been friendly.

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[errersansbut]

Jesse. [ the smile comes easily before it mellows and he nods. ] So it appears. She's quite set on it.

I will try to, cherie. And you? Does yours have plans?

*mashes face on* I got a dreamwidth acct when I saw you here!

[presumptuously]

[ She grins full-force now, happy that he's recognized her and hasn't begrudged her for her long absence.

She shakes her head. ] No...she hasn't dragged me out in quite a while. I've just been taking up residence in her head. [ Pouts slightly. ] It's awful.

Where exactly are you going to be? On a spaceship?

[errersansbut]

It's a pleasure to meet you, Asa. [ it's official, asa is adorable. ] It will take some adjusting, I'm certain, but I'm glad to hear it. That should help.

Have you been there long?

[ohhdeer]

Ah-- [ startled, deer-in-headlights glance. apt. ] Gosh, I-- I guess it's been t-two.. months..? It's been so busy there that.. I guess I've lost track of the time.