She's going to shake her head to snap herself out of it, even with the box containing multiple servings of dango in her hand, and she steps in. Then she looks him over to make sure that he's okay... as best as she can... it's a little hard to really determine his state when he's wearing that?
Is that the point or is he truly so bizarre?]
Don't apologize for that.
[ . . . . and she just huffs faintly, because it settles her emotions a bit to be blindsided by confusing fashion and then come to terms with the fact that he's okay.]
[LOOK, CERES GAVE IT TO HIM, OKAY... it was either this or the bathrobe!! Which would you have preferred, Lili, the ridiculous pajamas or the risque non-outfit. You choose.
But the look on her face makes him smile sheepishly, and he lifts his good hand, scratching the back of his head.]
My clothes were ruined, so... this was the best I could do. [Well, okay, he has his idol AU outfit now but that's too shiny... and ribbon-y...
Anyway. Yes. He should be serious, shouldn't he.]
It's good to see you too, Lili-san. Please come in and make yourself comfortable.
[Why does no one besides Kashuu have fashion sense in this house. Why don't you have other clothes, Nama. Do they need to go on a shopping trip after you regain your strength....
But.
Lili's just going to sigh vaguely and tuck a stray lack of hair behind her ear to buy time to ground herself. Okay. Yes. This is fine, he's fine, even if he looks ridiculous....]
Thank you for the invitation. [Politeness!! She can do it! But she'll remove her shoes and otherwise settle in okay.] ... Perhaps considering investing in more clothes, however.
[Only if you let him buy shirts that say "I feel happiness when I eat a potato" on them!!
But he'll let her in as though this is totally normal, shutting the door behind her but leaving it unlocked.]
It's normally not a problem, since our clothes get repaired when we do... [He explains, since he doesn't want her thinking he just likes rolling around in kigurumis...! ...Although he probably would if they weren't so stiflingly warm.] But I suppose if this sort of thing is going to keep happening, it wouldn't be a bad idea.
[First the jungle, then outside the city, where are they going to get poofed to next?
But he did invite her over for tea, so he doesn't sit down on the couch right away.] Are you thirsty? I put the kettle on already.
But she's going to blink because there's.... there's something that she wants to address in that?! But he asked her a question so she'll answer that first...]
I wouldn't mind tea, no. I brought snacks as well.
[The dango, just as he liked!
But.
Ok.
Listen up-]
Do you mean to tell me that you would otherwise just.... wear your uniform each day...?!
[Good, tea is good! He's about to go and get it, but she sounds oddly surprised by this?!]
Hm? Well, I do have my uniform for chores too... [AND HIS FROG HAT and his potato shirt that he wears for pajamas, but otherwise... yes? Why is this offensive??]
What would you do if one of your clothes got dirty with a stain? Worse, what if they were to be ripped to the point of not being able to be mended? Also isn't it uncomfortable to wear a uniform all the time? Casual clothes would also be in your favor if only because they are inexpensive and sensible. You can't wear... this... [a wave of her hand to indicate the kigurumi] out in public after all - it's shameful!
[THAT IS A LOT OF QUESTIONS and Namazuo doesn't really know where to start. For one thing, his clothes mend as soon as he gets repaired, and he just said he had a pair of casual clothes?? And an extra shirt! But okay, no, the most important thing--]
Shameful? Why? I was put into them in a public place, after all...
You.... really don't care for how you come off to other people at all, do you?
[IT'S WEIRD BEING ON THIS SIDE OF THE DEBATE--
Because Lili will often tell people that judging her based on looks is "foolish and temporary" and she will uphold that, but that doesn't mean she fails to see the importance of good grooming...
[Despite himself, Namazuo chuckles. He lifts his non-glitchy hand to his mouth in a pitiful attempt to hide it, but when he looks at her again, there's warm amusement in his eyes.]
Lili-san... you know we weren't able to be seen by regular humans until very recently, don't you? And in the citadel, there are only swords and master...
[And Haru loves them all exactly how they are, and the Citadel is overrun with his little brothers, and Namazuo has taken up the role of peacekeeper and entertainer back home as best he can. When tensions are high between Mutsu and Kashuu, or Hachisuka and Nagasone, or Ookurikara and... anyone, Namazuo is more than happy to step in and offer a distraction. When Gokotai is crying because of one of Tsurumaru's pranks, Namazuo will gladly make a fool of himself to make him laugh again. And when Haru needs comfort, like any young man--any child thrust into the heart of a war would, Namazuo will do whatever it takes to provide that, if he can.
So no, he can't say he cares all that much.]
Anyway, I spend most of my time at the dojo or painting, so I don't really see why it would be necessary to have extra clothes for that... oh, Kashuu-kun did make me an outfit, though. You might like that.
[Only.... swords and Haru. Right. There's a moment where she's left narrowing her eyes, frowning as she tries to grasp what he's saying. Even at the mention of Kashuu, she doesn't particularly feel anything else as she's still trying to puzzle out what he's saying and then what she wants to say in return. In truth, she's still so... very clumsy about this.
All too often she would be praised as "Joon-gi's beautiful daughter" and nothing else. Appearances are important. That's what she was taught. But at the same time, it's something else to only be regarded as beautiful without regard for her own merits. Is she not supposed to be smart or kind? What would it be like to only have others who accepted her for who she was? In Lili's case that still looks very differently - a grand party of two others who she thinks would be with her unconditionally.]
.... Even if you don't care, sometimes other people do. It's stupid and if you truly don't mind, then... ignore what I'm saying. It's important to believe in yourself first and foremost.
[It's something that she can respect... that said-]
But you are all respectable swords. Your worth is immeasurable and you deserve to have others take you seriously or... to find you amicable, now that they can see you.
[She doesn't want anyone to be treated as less than what they are - which is so far and by far only impressive. Sometimes amazing.]
[To be taken seriously, to be treasured--that wasn't something Namazuo ever worried about back home. He lost decades, maybe even centuries of his life in the flames, but he still remembers Hideyori's small, loving hands, holding him with such care, as if he was made of gold instead of steel. He's always had a place, whether it was at Hideyori's side or amongst his dozens of precious brothers. And Haru, of course, would never dream of letting them feel worthless or shameful. Haru is their master, not because he gave them bodies, but because he understands them so very, very well.
But things are different here.
Haru is still with them, which is a tiny miracle in and of itself. But Haru has other things he does, now, away from them even if he may not want to be. And even with the dojo, Namazuo knows a fair number of them still feel restless. They can't ever truly be themselves in a place like this. They are weapons, brought to life to fight a war. With that purpose taken away, is it any wonder that they might begin to worry?
But that's something altogether too personal, exactly the kind of concerns he hates to burden others with. He wouldn't mention it to Haru or Ichigo, and he's certainly not going to mention it to her. Instead, Namazuo just smiles.]
Lili-san is very kind to be concerned. But I can assure you I wouldn't do--or, ah, wear anything to embarrass master Haru, or any of the others.
[...Well, not permanently. And not of his own volition. (He can't help Ceres' thirst for sticking him in weird clothes, though. HE CAN ONLY DO SO MUCH, LILI.)]
But to answer your question, no, I don't really mind. There are other swords who are properly concerned with their appearances, so I prefer to let them represent us on that account. [Nama-speak for "swords like Kashuu care way more about being praised and complimented and beautiful, so I'll look silly if it means they get the attention they deserve".]
[Just... to clarify that first, even if the words manage to make her face heat up a little bit. She doesn't feel like she's a kind person at all, no. Rather, all that she said was something true and simple. The swords are good people and deserve to be treated as such. It's not rare for her to have been judged strictly on even her clothes back home - and after speaking with people here, sometimes the same is true.
She just doesn't want any of them to deal with that.
Still though, she's shaking her head because she knows exactly which sword he's talking about and sometimes Kashuu manages to exasperate her too, honestly.]
Even that can be rather extreme though... sometimes I wonder if any of you are capable of living in the happy medium of things.
[Not that she's
really any better than that, actually.
Lili's Two Modes: Tsun Queen and Struggling Kitten Dere are about as extreme as you can get.]
[It is too kind!! But Namazuo knows when to argue and when to let tsuns be tsuns, so he just laughs softly, turning towards the kitchen.]
Well, it's hardly been a year that we've had these bodies, after all. And some of us are much older than others.
[Kashuu barely even had a life as a spirit before he broke, and Namazuo is one of the older swords in the citadel, though he may not act like it. It's going to take some time to get used to all of this, and even then, they aren't the best at understanding humans.
It's funny, really. They've been enshrined, treasured, rested at the sides of some of the most famous warriors in all of Japan... and yet they're still so woefully ignorant about humanity.
But with that, he'll shuffle into the kitchen, and Lili will hear the sound of clinking teacups and water. It isn't long before he comes back, holding... one teacup.
He sets it down in front of her.]
I hope you like it.
[He'll get his in a minute. He can't carry a tray with one hand, alas.]
Lili blinks when there's only one teacup brought out and while she does take it, if only because he's polite enough to bring it out for her, she tilts her head ever so slightly.]
... I'm certain that I will, but tea is better had with company. Do you need assistance in retrieving the rest?
[You know, like. Yours.... The box of dango is still at her side honestly and she should bring it out but it's not a priority for her at the moment?]
[Ah... well, he supposes he couldn't have hoped to hide it for very long anyway. He doesn't want to admit it, because she'll almost certain be upset. But he doesn't want to feel like he's lying to her, either. She's already been so concerned on his behalf, and knowing she's a dear friend to his comrades-- she deserves to know just like they do.
So he smiles and gently shakes his head.]
No, that's not necessary. I'm just having a little trouble with my hand, but I can manage.
There's a clear look of surprise on her face before she immediately moves to stand then. She takes the box of dango next to her and puts it on the table, opening it.]
What kind of idiot... Here, have this! I-I hope this is the one you like.
[And she's already going to walk off to the kitchen to retrieve the rest of the tea. STUPID NAMA.
She'll... ask about his hand in a moment, she will. But for now this is the first thing that she thinks to do?! Thanks Lili.]
[Wh-- no, dango gifts and then she's ignoring him and then ahhhh nooooo but she's a guest! He's being rude... even though he can't help it, he still feels bad.
Namazuo likes any and all dango, but he isn't going to start stuffing his face while she's busy helping him out!! So instead he's careful to arrange the sticks so that they're split evenly between them, half for her and half for him. As soon as she comes back, he turns, hovering.]
I'm sorry, I should've had it set out before you arrived.
Lili's just going to huff then, shooting him a rather irritated glare even as she has the tray with his cup and the teapot all balanced since you know what? Yeah! She has two hands! So she's going to return to her spot across from him at the table, setting everything down and carefully pouring his tea before putting it front of him.]
Are you truly that much of an idiot?
You should have said something if you're injured! It's more irritating that you're trying to take care of everything yourself.
[DON'T BE MAD AT HIM LILI... Namazuo looks suitably pathetic right about now, like he'd be wringing his hands in distress if he could. He sinks down into his spot, looking at her through his bangs.]
[Worried, that is?! Except she kind of is and she knows it's a lie so the complete word doesn't make it out of her mouth, not really. Not when Namazuo's right there and she can never admit when she's worried about someone right to their face unless she's already terribly distressed.
But now is not one of those moments and the way that he sinks down is annoying - and sad and pathetic and... she knows that he is none of those things.
So she frowns a little bit then and shakes her head firmly.]
Stop this... Lift your head. I may be your guest but you're injured right now - what kind of person would I be if I just ignored that? You.... [You died - and she cuts herself off, choked up by sudden emotion again before shaking her head once more, more firmly this time.]
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She's going to shake her head to snap herself out of it, even with the box containing multiple servings of dango in her hand, and she steps in. Then she looks him over to make sure that he's okay... as best as she can... it's a little hard to really determine his state when he's wearing that?
Is that the point or is he truly so bizarre?]
Don't apologize for that.
[ . . . . and she just huffs faintly, because it settles her emotions a bit to be blindsided by confusing fashion and then come to terms with the fact that he's okay.]
... It is good to see you again.
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But the look on her face makes him smile sheepishly, and he lifts his good hand, scratching the back of his head.]
My clothes were ruined, so... this was the best I could do. [Well, okay, he has his idol AU outfit now but that's too shiny... and ribbon-y...
Anyway. Yes. He should be serious, shouldn't he.]
It's good to see you too, Lili-san. Please come in and make yourself comfortable.
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But.
Lili's just going to sigh vaguely and tuck a stray lack of hair behind her ear to buy time to ground herself. Okay. Yes. This is fine, he's fine, even if he looks ridiculous....]
Thank you for the invitation. [Politeness!! She can do it! But she'll remove her shoes and otherwise settle in okay.] ... Perhaps considering investing in more clothes, however.
[ok
somebody had to say it]
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But he'll let her in as though this is totally normal, shutting the door behind her but leaving it unlocked.]
It's normally not a problem, since our clothes get repaired when we do... [He explains, since he doesn't want her thinking he just likes rolling around in kigurumis...! ...Although he probably would if they weren't so stiflingly warm.] But I suppose if this sort of thing is going to keep happening, it wouldn't be a bad idea.
[First the jungle, then outside the city, where are they going to get poofed to next?
But he did invite her over for tea, so he doesn't sit down on the couch right away.] Are you thirsty? I put the kettle on already.
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But she's going to blink because there's.... there's something that she wants to address in that?! But he asked her a question so she'll answer that first...]
I wouldn't mind tea, no. I brought snacks as well.
[The dango, just as he liked!
But.
Ok.
Listen up-]
Do you mean to tell me that you would otherwise just.... wear your uniform each day...?!
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Hm? Well, I do have my uniform for chores too... [AND HIS FROG HAT and his potato shirt that he wears for pajamas, but otherwise... yes? Why is this offensive??]
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[ . . . Nama?!]
You haven't bothered to purchase any other clothes since you've arrived here?
[or also like
ever]
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[Gosh Lili how silly would it be if he didn't own any other clothes... haha... ha...]
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You still need more clothes than that!
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[He's a sword? And not Kashuu?? ???]
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What would you do if one of your clothes got dirty with a stain? Worse, what if they were to be ripped to the point of not being able to be mended? Also isn't it uncomfortable to wear a uniform all the time? Casual clothes would also be in your favor if only because they are inexpensive and sensible. You can't wear... this... [a wave of her hand to indicate the kigurumi] out in public after all - it's shameful!
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Shameful? Why? I was put into them in a public place, after all...
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[IT'S WEIRD BEING ON THIS SIDE OF THE DEBATE--
Because Lili will often tell people that judging her based on looks is "foolish and temporary" and she will uphold that, but that doesn't mean she fails to see the importance of good grooming...
Being put in a kigurumi is....
Rather.... well. Pitiful.]
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Lili-san... you know we weren't able to be seen by regular humans until very recently, don't you? And in the citadel, there are only swords and master...
[And Haru loves them all exactly how they are, and the Citadel is overrun with his little brothers, and Namazuo has taken up the role of peacekeeper and entertainer back home as best he can. When tensions are high between Mutsu and Kashuu, or Hachisuka and Nagasone, or Ookurikara and... anyone, Namazuo is more than happy to step in and offer a distraction. When Gokotai is crying because of one of Tsurumaru's pranks, Namazuo will gladly make a fool of himself to make him laugh again. And when Haru needs comfort, like any young man--any child thrust into the heart of a war would, Namazuo will do whatever it takes to provide that, if he can.
So no, he can't say he cares all that much.]
Anyway, I spend most of my time at the dojo or painting, so I don't really see why it would be necessary to have extra clothes for that... oh, Kashuu-kun did make me an outfit, though. You might like that.
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All too often she would be praised as "Joon-gi's beautiful daughter" and nothing else. Appearances are important. That's what she was taught. But at the same time, it's something else to only be regarded as beautiful without regard for her own merits. Is she not supposed to be smart or kind? What would it be like to only have others who accepted her for who she was? In Lili's case that still looks very differently - a grand party of two others who she thinks would be with her unconditionally.]
.... Even if you don't care, sometimes other people do. It's stupid and if you truly don't mind, then... ignore what I'm saying. It's important to believe in yourself first and foremost.
[It's something that she can respect... that said-]
But you are all respectable swords. Your worth is immeasurable and you deserve to have others take you seriously or... to find you amicable, now that they can see you.
[She doesn't want anyone to be treated as less than what they are - which is so far and by far only impressive. Sometimes amazing.]
That is all I meant.
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But things are different here.
Haru is still with them, which is a tiny miracle in and of itself. But Haru has other things he does, now, away from them even if he may not want to be. And even with the dojo, Namazuo knows a fair number of them still feel restless. They can't ever truly be themselves in a place like this. They are weapons, brought to life to fight a war. With that purpose taken away, is it any wonder that they might begin to worry?
But that's something altogether too personal, exactly the kind of concerns he hates to burden others with. He wouldn't mention it to Haru or Ichigo, and he's certainly not going to mention it to her. Instead, Namazuo just smiles.]
Lili-san is very kind to be concerned. But I can assure you I wouldn't do--or, ah, wear anything to embarrass master Haru, or any of the others.
[...Well, not permanently. And not of his own volition. (He can't help Ceres' thirst for sticking him in weird clothes, though. HE CAN ONLY DO SO MUCH, LILI.)]
But to answer your question, no, I don't really mind. There are other swords who are properly concerned with their appearances, so I prefer to let them represent us on that account. [Nama-speak for "swords like Kashuu care way more about being praised and complimented and beautiful, so I'll look silly if it means they get the attention they deserve".]
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[Just... to clarify that first, even if the words manage to make her face heat up a little bit. She doesn't feel like she's a kind person at all, no. Rather, all that she said was something true and simple. The swords are good people and deserve to be treated as such. It's not rare for her to have been judged strictly on even her clothes back home - and after speaking with people here, sometimes the same is true.
She just doesn't want any of them to deal with that.
Still though, she's shaking her head because she knows exactly which sword he's talking about and sometimes Kashuu manages to exasperate her too, honestly.]
Even that can be rather extreme though... sometimes I wonder if any of you are capable of living in the happy medium of things.
[Not that she's
really any better than that, actually.
Lili's Two Modes: Tsun Queen and Struggling Kitten Dere are about as extreme as you can get.]
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Well, it's hardly been a year that we've had these bodies, after all. And some of us are much older than others.
[Kashuu barely even had a life as a spirit before he broke, and Namazuo is one of the older swords in the citadel, though he may not act like it. It's going to take some time to get used to all of this, and even then, they aren't the best at understanding humans.
It's funny, really. They've been enshrined, treasured, rested at the sides of some of the most famous warriors in all of Japan... and yet they're still so woefully ignorant about humanity.
But with that, he'll shuffle into the kitchen, and Lili will hear the sound of clinking teacups and water. It isn't long before he comes back, holding... one teacup.
He sets it down in front of her.]
I hope you like it.
[He'll get his in a minute. He can't carry a tray with one hand, alas.]
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Lili blinks when there's only one teacup brought out and while she does take it, if only because he's polite enough to bring it out for her, she tilts her head ever so slightly.]
... I'm certain that I will, but tea is better had with company. Do you need assistance in retrieving the rest?
[You know, like. Yours.... The box of dango is still at her side honestly and she should bring it out but it's not a priority for her at the moment?]
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So he smiles and gently shakes his head.]
No, that's not necessary. I'm just having a little trouble with my hand, but I can manage.
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There's a clear look of surprise on her face before she immediately moves to stand then. She takes the box of dango next to her and puts it on the table, opening it.]
What kind of idiot... Here, have this! I-I hope this is the one you like.
[And she's already going to walk off to the kitchen to retrieve the rest of the tea. STUPID NAMA.
She'll... ask about his hand in a moment, she will. But for now this is the first thing that she thinks to do?! Thanks Lili.]
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[Wh-- no, dango gifts and then she's ignoring him and then ahhhh nooooo but she's a guest! He's being rude... even though he can't help it, he still feels bad.
Namazuo likes any and all dango, but he isn't going to start stuffing his face while she's busy helping him out!! So instead he's careful to arrange the sticks so that they're split evenly between them, half for her and half for him. As soon as she comes back, he turns, hovering.]
I'm sorry, I should've had it set out before you arrived.
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Lili's just going to huff then, shooting him a rather irritated glare even as she has the tray with his cup and the teapot all balanced since you know what? Yeah! She has two hands! So she's going to return to her spot across from him at the table, setting everything down and carefully pouring his tea before putting it front of him.]
Are you truly that much of an idiot?
You should have said something if you're injured! It's more irritating that you're trying to take care of everything yourself.
[classic tsun.]
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[DON'T BE MAD AT HIM LILI... Namazuo looks suitably pathetic right about now, like he'd be wringing his hands in distress if he could. He sinks down into his spot, looking at her through his bangs.]
I didn't want to worry you.
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[Worried, that is?! Except she kind of is and she knows it's a lie so the complete word doesn't make it out of her mouth, not really. Not when Namazuo's right there and she can never admit when she's worried about someone right to their face unless she's already terribly distressed.
But now is not one of those moments and the way that he sinks down is annoying - and sad and pathetic and... she knows that he is none of those things.
So she frowns a little bit then and shakes her head firmly.]
Stop this... Lift your head. I may be your guest but you're injured right now - what kind of person would I be if I just ignored that? You.... [You died - and she cuts herself off, choked up by sudden emotion again before shaking her head once more, more firmly this time.]
Don't try to hide things like this from me again.
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