Seriousness and fancy

[jianai]

[1]
[After a practice run, Ren leaves their unit's cockpit - and looks up, at the training TSF Fubuki and the sky above it.]

If I recall correctly, first generation TSFs had a pilot life expectancy of only 8 minutes. And that's with veteran pilots, who had a lot of experience using fighter jets. How regrettable...

But to think technology advanced so much since then! When cornered, humans are capable of pushing themselves to incredible limits. Individual persons, and humanity as a whole.

[Ren's gaze returns to the ground level. Still with that omnipresent smile, the horned person adds...]

However, I don't think that's always a good thing.

[2, aimed at people with (possibly offscreen) CR]

Heey!

[Already waving from a distance, a familiar face approaches.

And it looks like Ren got a new haircut. A change of style?]


What do you think?

Comments

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[prismphantom]

[Selena's one to agree, with a small, weary nod.]

It's certainly to blame for the Balmarians being so interested in us.

[jianai]

It makes me wonder, do the Balmarian people luck such qualities? They seem rather similar to humans, don't they?

Admittedly contact we had was rather limited. And, not exactly friendly...

[prismphantom]

And not likely to change anytime in the foreseeable future. So much the better for me though. I have a debt to repay.

[jianai]

That's true, Selena. I'll ask you a small favor though, okay?

Just one thing to remember about.

[prismphantom]

[She nods.]

I'm listening.

[jianai]

When facing desperate times, or trying to deal with tragedy, many people throw everything they have to solve the problem at hand, even if it cripples their long term perspectives.

You will live even after this is all over, Selena. Don't let vengeance consume you.

[prismphantom]

Maybe I'll live, maybe I won't. The rest of Team Jelba certainly didn't see that massacre coming...

... But... you know...

Captain Symphonia had a saying like what you just said too. "The mission is the mission. Your life is your life." Something easy to live by before... but the mystery of Mission Doll's become a bit of both.

[jianai]

But now that it's no longer easy to live by... he'd like you to do it so much more.

At least that's what I think.

[mistaken_for_monster]

Thhbthhhht!

[A nod of approval and a thumbs up.]

[jianai]

Thank you, Interitus! I'm really happy to hear that from you.

See, you're not the only one who's trying out a new look.

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[abugslife]

...It makes you look old.

[jianai]

Does it? I'll trust your opinion Hetepheres, since you know what you're talking about.

It's not bad though, is it.

[abugslife]

I would let you know that I am not even 40.

[Looks like Heph caught the implication.]

Although it does fit your personality, I suppose. Is there a specific reason for your image change?

[jianai]

I'll take that as a compliment. And a change every so often doesn't hurt, does it?

Say, Hetepheres, how are matters of personal style and appearance like on Geb? Correct me if I'm wrong but most of your planet's people do not even have hair.

[abugslife]

Most, yes. To have it you would either have to be a part of a rare, particularily fuzzy tribe, which does not exactly give you hair in the Earth understanding of the world, or receive augmentations like I did. A humanoid form is considered to exalt you, also in terms of appearance.

[jianai]

So an Earthling-like form is considered more desireable in this area, too?

[abugslife]

...You could say that.

[jianai]

I see. Your people continue to be a fascinating society.

By the way, I love what you're doing with your hair, Hetepheres. I think it too fits your personality.

Just thought I'd mention that, since it's on topic.

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[63rd_shockwave]

It looks good on you! More...feminine, though that's really just the earrings. I'd like to see Mark's face when he sees it.

[jianai]

Ah, you noticed!

[Ren briefly brushes their hair aside, to show off the earrings.]

Actually I got those a little while ago, when I had time to spend together with Mark, and we went shopping. But I'm wearing them only now.

And yes, I too can't wait to see his reaction!

[63rd_shockwave]

I'm sure he'll be very happy with it.

So, what brought this on?

[jianai]

Ah, you know how in movies and such, when a big change comes in your life you signify it by a change of appearance?

... Actually it was nothing like that. I wanted to try out a new look, just that. Change can be refreshing every once in a while, wouldn't you agree Sarah?

[63rd_shockwave]

Mmm, I know what you mean! It's a lot more work running a bar instead of just working at one, but I'm pretty happy with how things have turned out.

[jianai]

Yes, that is what I meant also.

That irish coffee you suggested the other day was very good, by the way. I knew to trust your expertise, Sarah! I could use another soon, I think.

[63rd_shockwave]

Also..?

Well, sure, come by anytime you like. Feel free to bring that boyfriend of yours, too.