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[deniedaccess]

 [1]
[Tieria could be found that day in the Arboretum that day, idly examining some of the stranger looking plants as if out of curiosity. It was clear that something else was on his mind.

Feel free to poke at him and bother him, people. Though, be prepared for wild snarks.]

[2]
[Locked to Gundam Meisters of Celestial Being]

I need a second opinion on a problem.

Comments

[emorangerpink]

A little. I knew Allelujah best, but he hasn't been around for a while.

And I'm sorry. I was just thinking out loud, really. I didn't mean to put you on the spot. Lilies are a little obvious, but I think she'll like them.

I don't think I've seen you in the Arboretum before. Are you looking for something yourself?

[deniedaccess]

I see. [He hadn't seen Allelujah himself, but he always was the agreeable sort.]

I'm only in here because it's quiet, not because I'm looking for anything in particular. [Regardless, she wouldn't be able to help him.]

...who are the flowers for?

[emorangerpink]

My girlfriend, Lily. It's Valentine's Day, after all.

[deniedaccess]

...Lily Rain?

[Because it couldn't have been the cheerleader.]

[emorangerpink]

Oh, you've met her?

[deniedaccess]

Yes. Twice.

[emorangerpink]

[She's got a small smile on her face now, the sort that she might not realize is there.]

You can see why I want to do this right, then.

[deniedaccess]

I do. She is very interesting

[She makes him question things, and he's not sure what to make of it.]

[emorangerpink]

I certainly think so.

[She looks thoughtful, as though something's occurred to her.]

You've not been aboard for very long, have you? Do you have plans yourself?

[deniedaccess]

Only about a month. My 'plan' is to stand by my mission with Celestial Being, like the others on board.

[emorangerpink]

Ah - I meant plans for Valentine's. Sorry if that's a personal question.

[deniedaccess]

...Valentine's Day.

[It wasn't personal. It was proof of how much attention he paid to the holidays, and how hard he was trying to not think of what someone else may or may not have been working on.]

[emorangerpink]

[That certainly sounds like someone who doesn't have any plans!]

Because if you're not busy otherwise, there are some things I'd really appreciate a hand with...

[deniedaccess]

What kind of things?

[He doesn't trust her motives.]

[emorangerpink]

Ah, well - I was thinking of running a service for the day. Something to help with morale...

I need couriers.

[deniedaccess]

So you're asking me to help with your deliveries.

[emorangerpink]

Everyone's deliveries! It's a Valentine's mail service!

And you're specially qualified. Being from Celestial Being, I mean.

congrats, you've talked him silent.

[deniedaccess]

achievement unlocked

[emorangerpink]

[She gives it a moment, then decides his silence indicates she should probably just pull off the band-aid in one go.]

How do you feel about... uniforms?

Or, well. Um. Costumes.

[deniedaccess]

Uniforms are fine. [Look at his attire.] Not costumes.

[emorangerpink]

...Little halos and wings?...

[deniedaccess]

No.

[emorangerpink]

Oh.

Um. Sorry. It was a little presumptuous of me.

[deniedaccess]

It was.

[He averted his gaze--clearly he upset her. So much for trying to manage his own PR.]

[emorangerpink]

Sorry.

[She looks embarrassed at how her enthusiasm ran away with her.]

I know a lot of people are going to be trying chocolate making in the kitchens. I'll save you some of the leftovers, by way of apology...