oh for the love of -

[holocast]

I had hoped that you would know better; strength of discipline is a wonderful trait, and I'm disappointed that you don't seem to have a grasp on it. I can't stand the thought of wasted potential, you know that much to be true; if you're going to do anything with this, then you're going to do it properly or it's a futile action.

The way I see it, our duties and priorities both direct us elsewhere, anyway; you're aware that I have goals that must be seen out. Furthermore, surely you understand the importance of those goals; the ugliness that darkens the world cannot be allowed to spread, to pervade what little still remains pure...!

You argue with my methods, but sending me here - or anywhere else, for that matter - isn't going to deter those goals from being carried out; I'll be utilizing those methods, whether you agree with them or not. So shall I ask what it is that you hope to achieve? Or are you going to make that into just another futile action?

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[holocast]

Oh, indeed...? Perhaps I require convincing.

[BECAUSE OTHERWISE HE WAS KIND OF IN THE MIDDLE OF SOMETHING, AUGUSTINE

YOU KNOW

THAT THING

THAT HE'S REALLY PASSIONATE ABOUT]

[sycamour]

Is the thrill of adventure not enough to stir your passions, mon ami?

[C'moooooooon Lysandre]

Nor the chance to spend some time with your old and most favoured colleague?

[Lysandre

c'moooooooooon]

Why, if that is the case it's even more important that you join me! I simply can't bear to see the most fiery person I know reduced to a smouldering ember.

[it'll be fuuuuuuuuuun]

[holocast]

[...your ego sometimes]

Is that what concerns you?

[Ugh, you are so transparent it hurts but fiiiiiiiine...]

Maybe I have no choice but to lay those concerns of yours to rest.

[sycamour]

[Oh like you're one to talk, chosen one~!]

Trés bien! I knew you would see things my way!

[It makes a nice change, really!]

It'll be just like old times!

[holocast]

[Hey, you called him that. He just didn't disagree.]

I'm not sure what about this makes it "just like old times," but it's good to see that your enthusiasm hasn't waned any since then.

[sycamour]

Well....close enough, anyway!

[He could always start bossing you around if you'd prefer the old teacher/student dynamic, mon ami...]

I've missed being able to just go where my heart takes me. Of course, I would hope this isn't too permanent of an arrangement...

[...he would...like to be able to get back to his lab at some point, um....]

But for now, there is no sense in brooding! Wouldn't you agree?

[....

stop brooding, lysandre]

[holocast]

[he isn't brooding

dear god man if you think this is brooding then you haven't seen anything]

Well, I don't see what choice I have otherwise.

[sycamour]

[like he's going to give you a chance to brood properly in his presence!

...unless you walk away which

...

well then you can go and brood all you like but while you're here]

Exactly! There is no logic in succumbing to despair, mon ami.

[and you know how logic is one of his favourite things!]

Have you met anyone else while you've been here?

[holocast]

[...so

how badly do you want to hear about the talking everything and the million protags and the chick with the tentacles]

I've met a few.

[sycamour]

[.....

let's just stick to the protags]

Anyone we know?

[holocast]

A few. Some of those children you told me about; the ones you selected a while back.

[sycamour]

Ah, how fantastic! I'm glad to know they're here - such wonderful children, all of them.

[You liked them too, didn't you Lysandre?

...

please tell him you did]

They're walking proof that my skill for seeking out potential is still strong, wouldn't you say?

[holocast]

You seem to have done well in that regard, yes.

[I MEAN HE'S KIND OF FOUGHT A COUPLE OF THEM TWICE AND HE'S ABOUT TO GO TRY TO MAIM THEM A THIRD TIME BUT YOU KNOW

DETAILS]

[sycamour]

What's this? A compliment? Mon ami, I am flattered!

[Ok it was hardly HE'S SO PASSIONATE AND THE CHOSEN ONE WOW HE'S AWESOME LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT HOW AWESOME HE IS but he'll take what he can get from you, okay!]

I do so like to see the young people bonding with their Pokemon and having a good time. It makes my heart sing!

[holocast]

[...look, when he compliments people like that, apparently it's creepy. Just ask Diantha.]

You inspire many in that regard, you know - when it comes to Pokémon and bonding with them. Surely you realize how much of my own knowledge I owe to you.

[...however, clearly, it's a good day and the stars are aligned in your favor.]

[sycamour]

[....yeah we kind of need to have a bit of a chat RE: Diantha, buddy]

Well, of course I do! Although it's the fact that I see you putting that knowledge to good use that inspires me in turn, Lysandre.

[god, we're just

having a bit of a mutual ego stroke session here, aren't we]

If you wanted me to teach you anything and everything I know, I'd agree in an instant.

[holocast]

[...why don't we not and say that we did.]

...I'm aware, mon ami. You've always been charitable like that.

[sycamour]

[....

sounds trés bien tbh]

Only to those I like!

[which is difficult when you like everyone]

Besides, my charity is nothing in comparison to what you've given us all through your work! I'm just glad I've been able to see you soar, mon ami.

[holocast]

Praise like that isn't necessary; it's still not enough. Not yet.

You can offer words like that later, once they're earned.

[sycamour]

[Have a friendly eyeroll, you.]

Still talking like that? I often wonder what will be enough for you, Lysandre.

[holocast]

There is a point where it will be enough; you'll know it, when it comes.

[sycamour]

[......]

Will I get a heads-up?

[holocast]

Of course - do you really think I wouldn't want you to know?

[sycamour]

Oh ho! Then I look forward to this, mon ami!

[How very exciting! He didn't know you were so close to your goals!]

I'm sure it will be a beautiful day indeed!

[holocast]

You know that I won't settle for anything less than beautiful.