Homeless, Considering, and so chipper about it.

[stolensunshine]

I think I could get comfy in here. I mean, it's so busy and there are so many exciting people, and, well, yes, I'd rather find someplace to roam a little, but... whenever we get to that, right?

[Right. Big hopeful eyes go here, hoping to stun one into putting her somewhere as soon as possible, without resorting to underhanded methods like sneaking out or lying or letting dashing thieves into the tower to sweep her off...]

After all, that -- A-T-P thing is coming up tonight, right? I should have someplace outside the tower to go in no time! It won't be the lanterns, but-- it'll still be an adventure!

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[stolensunshine]

Oh.

That must be-- uh. Very-- inconvenient. [He seems very Handsome Prince-ish, maybe that's what he was doing!] Do-- you think you'll get back in time to save it?

[creepy_son_of_a]

[He almost laughs at that but, settles for a face-palm instead.]

No. My role on my home world is quite over now. The locals have issues with the idea of returning someone to the moment of their death.

I've mostly been speaking of things I've heard. Not of myself.

[stolensunshine]

O...oh.

[He's dead! So he's a tragic heroic prince. That gets a little bit of a lower-lip wibble and a very careful, awkward pat.]

I'm sorry.

[creepy_son_of_a]

It's quite alright.

[He doesn't quite have the heart to shatter her illusions just yet. He's an AU that feels quite a bit of guilt about his actions even though he believes they were necessary.]

I've accomplished what I set out to do and have been given a second chance here.

[Never mind that he nearly destroyed the planet just to take out Shinra. He'd do it all again if he felt the need.]

[stolensunshine]

I'm glad-- I -- guess. [Still sort of conflicted over the 'dead' thing.] But if it makes you happy-- that's what counts, right?

[creepy_son_of_a]

[He squashes an urge to reply with 'nothing makes me happy'.]

I suppose. I'm still adjusting. It's a lot quieter here than my home world. Though that could just be the island. The rest of Daear could be in turmoil for all anyone knows.

[stolensunshine]

Oh. [Well, that's a start. She has a lot of questions-- but she stops short of asking any. He seems- sad. And tragic.]

[creepy_son_of_a]

[Random change of subject time.]

...You're still eager to have something of an adventure despite hearing about some of the unpleasant possibilities, aren't you?

[It's still a question even though he's pretty sure of the answer.]

Why is that?

[stolensunshine]

Well, I-- I want to see outside the tower. I've never been. And I want to see the floating lights that appear on my birthday.

[creepy_son_of_a]

You've never been outside?

[He's a little surprised that she's not pale as a ghost.]

Those floating lights have inspired you to take that first step then?

[stolensunshine]

[She shakes her head. The healthy look to her is probably preternatural, what with the power of the sun in her hair and all.]

Oh yes. I think-- I think maybe it's fate. I mean they show only on my birthday, and they're not stars-- I've charted stars, they're constant--

[creepy_son_of_a]

I believe you are correct. Stars do not behave like that.

A closer look may be beneficial. Though it doesn't sound like a journey someone with your lack of experience should take alone.

[To attempt optimism or not to attempt optimism? Eh, he'll attempt it.]

Perhaps if it truly is fate circumstances will give you the guide you'll need.

[stolensunshine]

I'm hoping my Mother will take me for my birthday! I really, really want to go.

[creepy_son_of_a]

...It will probably have to wait until you return from wherever your mundane puts you.

[Avoiding the subject of her mother's possible refusal.]

Even if a game has similar floating lights they would not likely hold the same meaning.

[stolensunshine]

Oh. Hmm. [She'll have to think on that.]

[creepy_son_of_a]

It is just a delay. And I am almost certain your mundane will make it more interesting than waiting around inside a tower.

[There isn't much that wouldn't be more interesting than just waiting around.]

[stolensunshine]

Well, home will be waiting for me-- so it'll be okay. [Until her mother stalks her into a new world and makes her life hell.]

[creepy_son_of_a]

I believe it will. [He'll gently pat her on the head because it just seems appropriate somehow. She's kind of making him think of Zack. But most cheerful, friendly people make him think of Zack lately.]

[stolensunshine]

[Her mother does that too, but still. But she brightens, giving him one of her smiles again.]

Thank you, sir!

[creepy_son_of_a]

You're welcome, miss.

[She is far too adorable. He expects her to end up with at least one protector in whatever game she goes to.]

I think it may be about time for me to say farewell for now.