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Re: Day 240, morning.

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[ He smiles at him as he holds a basket full of cranberry and orange muffins. He also has a thermos full of warm tea. ]

I am, and your bouquet is beautiful. Did you make them yourself?

Re: Day 240, morning.

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[ he laughs sheepishly. ]

Yeah actually. Not recently, but I like to take some with me when I travel. Never know when I'm gonna meet someone worthy of them, you know? [ he winks before offering one all galant-like, although he won't make Friday actually have to physically accept it. ] You got your hands full and they're mostly for your sister, but please take at least one for yourself, too, before we leave.

Smells good. Looks like you've been really practicing, Friday.

Re: Day 240, morning.

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Oh– [ His eyes widen slightly before his wings close around his cheeks to hide some of the faint coloring there. ] Thank you. I have received many bouquets in the past from fans before but never wooden ones that were so finely and carefully crafted.

[ He slides it into his pocket for now. ]

I feel as though I should make you something in return for the gift, though I am not as skilled in craftwork. Would you be opposed to an original piano composition?

Re: Day 240, morning.

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[ oh, that's very cute. ] That sounds lovely, but your piano composition is worth a lot more than a rose, especially to your agency. Would that be okay or would you get in trouble?

Besides ... it's a gift. I appreciate your desire to reciprocate, but I don't give expecting anything in return. So no pressure. That's not to say I won't appreciate whatever you want to offer in turn, but ... I come from a high society family and understand the pressure of etiquette on gifts. I definitely don't want you to feel any of that here between us, yeah?

Re: Day 240, morning.

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It would not. I am allowed to do what I want with any music I write and perform in my own time for friends. The agency only owns a modest percentage of what I record and release officially under their label.

[ He motions to Sam to follow as he starts to lead him towards where the bodies of the comatose are slumbering. ]

Re: Day 240, morning.

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Oh? That's good to hear.

[ he's going to follow. ]

Re: Day 240, morning.

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[ He takes him to where his sister is lying peacefully and checks on the flowers he left. ]

I do not know if you have formally met yet, but this is Ava. Even if you have not, you must know of her music.

...Ava, this is Sam, a kind friend.

Re: Day 240, morning.

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[ Sam blinks, going to sit down in one of the seats near her beside as Friday works. He seems to debate, like he's hesitating before saying: ] ]

... Oh, of course you would be siblings with AYU. I'm not sure how I didn't immediately realize that just from your looks, you are siblings through and through. I didn't know she was here, though...I don't think I did, anyway. I'm sorry, this must be hard.

Re: Day 240, morning.

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[ He shakes his head gently. ]

It is all right. Not many make the connection right away in spite of our ear wings. Her presence is very magnetic, and her talent in singing and dancing is without compare.

Did you ever get the chance to watch any of her live concerts?

Re: Day 240, morning.

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[ tilts his head. ] You're very magnetic, too. It feels a little sad compared to hers from what I remember, but I imagine you've been through a lot protecting her.

I haven't.

Re: Day 240, morning.

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That is kind of you to say, and I wish I could have protected her from this ship and the affliction she is now under. [ He takes her hand in his for a moment. ] I can only hear her voice now from all her songs and recordings...Do you have any siblings yourself?

Re: Day 240, morning.

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I understand, but it's not your fault. We'll find a way to help her.

[ a pause. ] ...I did.

Re: Day 240, morning.

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[ He frowns at the past tense and glances at Sam. ]

What happened to them if you do not mind me asking?

(CW. suicide mention. )

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Suicide.

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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I am sorry. I know it is hard to bear and even harder to find purpose afterwards, but please know you are not alone.

Has your family at least somewhat filled the void with their presence?

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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... Sorry, this feels so shitty to tell you when you're trying so hard here, Friday. Thank you, really.

My family is dead. There isn't anyone left. [ not entirely true but it might as well be. that's a story for another time. ]

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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There is no need to apologize. I am glad you trust me enough to share something so intimate, even if it is disquieting.

[ He stands up and holds his hand out towards Sam. ]

I wish I could bring peace to your heart. I do not know if music could achieve that for you in the same way it has for me.

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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[ Ah... really, what a sweet person. he reaches to take Friday's hand. ]

I'm not very talented in music myself, but I do like some.

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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[ He smiles and sandwiches Sam's hands between his own, rubbing over his knuckles comfortingly. ]

Do you prefer pop or classical?

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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Classical. [ ....oh this (that smile and the overall gesture) must be the aria charisma at play. ]

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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I will play something for you next time you come by the Siren's cabins then. I have a piano now in our soundproof practice room.

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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It's a date, then. I'll bring you something nice.

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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[ His wings shift around his cheeks. ]

There is no need for you to stress yourself bringing something on my behalf. Coming with me to visit my sister and help keep her company is gift enough. I feel as though she is more stimulated when there are more voices than simply mine to listen to.

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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I know, but you just look so happy when you receive things I can't help but want to bring stuff. I'll keep it simple, promise.

Re: (CW. suicide mention. )

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[ How embarrassing. Is he really that present-starved? His wings further obscure his face. ]

Yes, something small if you absolutely must. Would you like to try the treats I brought along now? I need your honest opinion on my progress. Please hold nothing back.