/Whimsically brings an Espeon along

[foundmythirdeye]

...You really don't know what you're doing, do you? While I'm normally not opposed to improvisation, you're give me little to work with. After all, how am I to believe you have control of the situation when you can't even decide whether I'm an "original" or an "alternate," as you put it? Circumstances clearly lean towards the latter and if I have to point out that much to you, then perhaps I do have reason to worry.

(She sighs.)

No matter. I've waded through far worse. My only request is that you hold off on bringing here the versions of myself from the other timelines. I understand that you have little control over your impulses, but understand that some of them are...fragile, to say the least, and they'd do nothing but linger in the void you refer to as your "headspace." The reason I can't object to the other me you brought in is because she's seen more than I have, but my point still stands.

In short: stop meandering and assess the possibilities before charging blindly.

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[juuichi_yosamu]

Just as long as we never speak about the other timelines.

Especially not the one they keep discussing.

[foundmythirdeye]

Especially not that one. While some of them are incredibly unfortunate, that one...it's uncomfortable to think about.

(An impish smirk.)

Otherwise, "Big Green" would be such an adorable nickname, if a bit unoriginal.

[juuichi_yosamu]

I said we weren't talking about it, Kreu.

[foundmythirdeye]

(A light giggle.)

I apologize; that was unwarranted.

Still...I can't help but find it concerning that I'm here in the first place. He already has so many versions of myself out and about, I can't help but wonder what plans he has for me. I can't read them if even he's unaware of them.

[juuichi_yosamu]

...All things considered, I think it's his way of feeling better about you. It's complicated, but... at least like this he doesn't have any reason to worry about what he does with your human form.

[foundmythirdeye]

I suppose so...it's a bit of a relief that these events mean I can leave my past behind me.

...I told you about my life as a human, didn't I? There's a lot that I regret and if it's all to remain unsolved, then perhaps it's best that neither he nor I dwell on them.

[juuichi_yosamu]

You touched on it here and there. Mostly you said it wasn't important. If you've got the whole psychic-type thing going on, I assume you're at the point where it really isn't important.

All in all, I think this is just something your mun is getting out of his system. Finalizing things so that, instead of "let's ruin her life more", it can be more "this is how things will go".

[takeoutthetrash]

You sure they're gonna actually listen, though? I mean, I've tried gettin' that same message through plenty of times, but so far I've got nothin' back. Not a lotta meaningful dialogue going on, y'know?

I mean, it sounds like you've got a real complicated situation here.

[foundmythirdeye]

As complicated as time travel will allow.

(She shakes her head.)

It's a fruitless endeavor, but I may as well make the effort. I'm not the kind of girl who can sit idly by and let things happen. Even if he doesn't listen, I might as well ensure he's ignoring me than let myself stay silent.

[takeoutthetrash]

I hear ya. No point in not giving it the old college try, right?I mean, I never really went to college but, uh, you know where I'm coming from.

Me, I don't really have that kinda pull with the mun. Mostly I'm just glad he hasn't tried anything real crazy yet. I've heard some stories, y'know?

[foundmythirdeye]

I understand.

It's...a mixed bag, if I'm to be honest. The only reason I have as much influence as I do is because I'm one of his favorites. That means I frequently hold his attention...both positive and negative.

Make of that what you will.

[takeoutthetrash]

Hey, if there's one mixed bag here it's gotta, it's gotta be me.

[He gives a little awkward chuckle at his own joke.]

To tell you the truth, I'm not really sure what to make of it. Don't get me wrong, game time's just about the last thing that I want outta this. But it'd be nice to actually do something other than sit on my rear all day, y'know?

[foundmythirdeye]

(That gets a light smile out of the Espeon.)

Of course. If there's one thing I understand, it's the need to do something more than linger needlessly.

There are alternatives to games, but the best option for you highly depends on your mun's plans for you. I likely won't be sent to a game, but perhaps those memes and museboxes would be more to your liking?

[takeoutthetrash]

He's been thinkin' about it, that's for sure. Hasn't gotten around to doing anything, though. Something about me bein' an "ohcee".

Jeez. With all this lingo they toss around, they might as well be speakin' a whole different language.

[leafyleafhat]

What's a 'timeline?' Is that like some kinda line full of clocks?

[foundmythirdeye]

...Not exactly. Close, but not quite so literal.

Consider all the decisions you've made in your life. Consider the things you've experienced and what kind of effect they've had on you. That chain of events is called a timeline. If you changed even one of those decisions or experiences, the events from that point on would be its own timeline.

[leafyleafhat]

[He's kinda young, so most of that kinda flew right over his head.]

Okkkkkaaaaaay....so no clocks?

[foundmythirdeye]

(She giggles lightly. Oh, what it's like to be so young...)

No clocks. Perhaps there can be, in the right situation.

[chalicejoker]

[What is this he doesn't even why is he here what are all these talking animal things running around WHAT]

I'm starting to think some of them like the thrill of charging in blindly just to see what happens.

[foundmythirdeye]

(Because animals are your life, Hajime.)

I know mine does. More than he's willing to admit, at that. I'd say it's as frequent as when he actually plans things out and acts on those plans.

Though I'd hardly call him balanced.

[chalicejoker]

[But STILL. Talking...purple...cat-thing...]

I'm not quite sure which situation is worse, really...though I suppose planning has a way of ensuring that the madness makes some semblance of sense.

[foundmythirdeye]

(A telepathic purple cat-thing, at that. You know you want to pet it.)

That depends on personal preference. To give an extreme example: would you prefer knowing not only when, but how you'll die...or simply not knowing?

[chalicejoker]

[No, he is not going to pet the cat-thing; that's just weird.]

If you know when, that still gives you something to fight against.

[foundmythirdeye]

(But Hajime...it's a kitty. What's so weird about petting a kitty?)

Considering what I've been through, I'll have to agree with you. It's certainly possible to fight fate, but it's a battle not easily won. Often times, you'll have to face several defeats before you earn your victory...but such is life.

[chalicejoker]

[But the kitty is Kreutzer and it's weird...thinks the giant bug-man turned human. There's a nod of agreement there, at least.]

It's a constant battle, but it's winnable.