She's so cool~

[over_bear_ing]

What are you doing, making these icons and goofing around? You have obligations to be attending to, and "playing my role" isn't one of them.

Yes, I would love to see my daughter, but the movie just came out yesterday. Aren't you jumping the gun a bit? There isn't even one of the little tags for it yet. Go do something productive!

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[squeak_squeaker]

There's no 'Kronk' tag either, but that didn't stop mine!

What's a tag? [Kronk smiled his usual big, vacant smile at her. This lady seemed smart enough to know!]

[over_bear_ing]

I was told a tag was something that would have the name of the tale you are from. It seems that is not the case for a production such as mine though. Someone else fixed it for us though.

I am Queen Elinor. Would you be known as Kronk by chance? (Grace and poise all the way.)

[squeak_squeaker]

[Kronk was to grace and poise what a, well, a guy named Kronk would be to grace and poise. But, on the upside, Yzma did manage to teach him all about grooming and table manners! He was a very sweet-natured young man as well.]

Oh... that's great, that someone fixed it! Are you really a Queen, ma'am? And-

[Gaping openly at her, now.] How... how do you know that my name's Kronk?

[over_bear_ing]

Yes, I am. [She gave him a kind smile. The kind of smile that you give a very very slow person.]

You said it when you first spoke to me.

[squeak_squeaker]

[Kronk just smiled his dumb smile in return. What a nice lady!]

Yeah! I remember, Your Highness. I also remembered that I have to say that when I'm talking to royalty! Hah. [Kronk felt very smart and accomplished for remembering that.]

[over_bear_ing]

Very good! You're a smart man, Kronk.

[squeak_squeaker]

Riiiight.

You're just saying that to be nice, Your Highness! I'm not SMART. [Or... or was he?]

[over_bear_ing]

Well, you're cleaver enough. That's what I think. Are you questioning my word? [playful tone. You remind her of one of her sons.]

[squeak_squeaker]

No! No, it's just... Uhh. People always think I'm...uh.

REALLY dumb. [And not just regular people dumb either! Kronk's childlike naivety made him lovable though. But he was... on the dumb side.]

[over_bear_ing]

I would never call such a kind man really dumb.

[squeak_squeaker]

[Kronk smiled, easily excited by being thought of as kind.] I want to be good! Do you really think I'm kind?

I'm supposed to be evil.... I think. [But he didn't want to be.]

[caputlupinum]

Perhaps their obligations aren't quite so exciting as "playing your role".

There's nothing wrong with a bit of enthusiasm, now, is there?

[over_bear_ing]

A lady should always be able to prioritize her daily tasks. Things such as playing a role should wait for when more important tasks have been finished.

[caputlupinum]

And where would the fun in that be? Surely even the most dutiful of ladies must be allowed to take a little pleasure at some point in her day. I see no reason to leave it all until the end.

[over_bear_ing]

But it is a pleasure to finish your tasks!

[she smiles.]

But what is your name? I am Queen Elinor, of Dunbroch.

[caputlupinum]

I often find that depends on the task.

Your Majesty. [He drops to one knee, bowing his head. Royalty is a thing he respects greatly, assuming it is their rightful place.] My name is Robin of Locksley. I'm afraid I have not heard of Dunbroch, but it's an honour all the same.

[over_bear_ing]

[Elinor is used to people bowing to her, and she smiles at his manners. What a sweet boy. As far as respect goes, she is meant to be Queen, and she takes her roll very seriously.]

You are well meet and may stand, Robin of Locksley. I have never heard of your lands either, so I do not take offense.

[caputlupinum]

[He stands once more, his demeanour a little less cocky than it was before.]

It seems a common thing here. All this talk of different worlds and times... I would never believe it if I was not seeing it with my own eyes.

[over_bear_ing]

[That's a good idea, but she's used to dealing with cocky people. see her ENTIRE FAMILY.]

[Elinor gives s serious nod.] What can you tell me of it, Sir Robin. Any advice would be well received as well.

[caputlupinum]

[Which is probably just as well, he's unlikely to be able to help himself for long.]

Just Robin, Your Majesty. Please. What would you like to know?

[over_bear_ing]

[He's trying! That's more then her daughter can say.]

The basics would be a good start.

[mhaighdeanbhanuasal]

Och, mom! Leave the poor dear alone.

[over_bear_ing]

Merida! I'm so happy to see you. (Hugs! What is listening to you?)

[mhaighdeanbhanuasal]

[ When is there ever listeninghjriohjwo but fine awkward hugs for her mom THIS IS PUBLIC MOM OH EM GEE. ] Me too, mom. [ AWKWARD. ] But you should try t'relax a little more. And not command other people around.

[over_bear_ing]

[Public? Oh don't be silly, dear. They aren't watching how she's straightening your hair and making sure you're standing up right. Don't be so silly.]

Oh, She's just as stubborn as you are. Have you been going over your lessons?