Re: The Blade and I (Murasaki/Elyss)

Fri Jan 21, 2022 8:58 pm

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Eh? What is this? The bar’s not even that populated. You’d think such a grandiose establishment would have a more prosperous environment. Well, that just makes her search easier. It wasn’t like it was going to be hard in the first place. The woman she’s looking for stuck out like a sore thumb, smoking and nonchalantly drinking with a face that could swoon any man. Honestly, Elyss thought the semblance a bit uncanny. It’s like if Murasaki had dyed her hair and decided to become a true femme fatale. Well, whatever, there’s only one reason for Elyss to bother this woman, and it’s definitely not to flirt.

“Oi. Uh… What’s your name again? Mmm… Murasaki’s mom.”

Elyss, with the elegance of a flailing elephant, sat herself right next to the woman, her dark eyes focused on nothing but Midori’s face. Obviously, she’s being a bit rude and obnoxious, but that’s how you get a woman’s attention, especially when they seem to have that air about them. You gotta just go at them, and Elyss doesn’t want to come off as boring or something.

“Straight to the point, your daughter said to find you and that you’ll help me with some technical issues.”

Murder is a technical issue…

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Fri Jan 21, 2022 9:19 pm

The Blade and I (Murasaki/Elyss) - Page 2 KGQqHwh

KOIZUMI MIDORI

Midori wasn't the sort to mind someone approaching her, which was certainly a good thing for Elyss. She simply listened to the young woman's little story, and allowed herself a small smile at the mention of her daughter.

"Murasaki's awfully happy to keep telling people to come my way, isn't she? At least she thinks I'm good at what I do, I guess. Well, who am I to argue?"

Taking a long pull from her kiseru, Midori blew the smoke away before turning her attention more fully toward Elyss.

"Well, what are these technical issues? And what exactly should I be calling you?"

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Mon Jan 24, 2022 6:03 am

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“Eh? She’s told someone else to come this a’way? Well, then…”

She didn’t look displeased, but Elyss definitely didn’t like the idea of having someone else around when, and or if, she’s actually going to get trained by this woman. Speaking of this woman, why does she remind the redhead of Alex? It’s probably the smoking. Eh, whatever.

“Anyway, I need Zanpakuto help. That’s it.”

She pondered how much it’d cost to get a drink here. It’s probably expensive, yeah? This place has that kind of feeling to it where everything is expensive just because the walls are pretty.

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Mon Jan 24, 2022 2:26 pm

KOIZUMI MIDORI

"Not exactly, but she didn't have any complaints about my teaching that boyfriend of hers. Not that I'd be so half-hearted as to just teach you both at the same time, obviously. I don't teach things that can just be applied to anyone."

Blowing a bit more smoke into the air, Midori closed her eyes and thought very briefly about the problem presented. Zanpakuto help. Murasaki probably knew more than she did about the general function of zanpakuto, and probably wasn't far from her in how to use it. No, if Murasaki was sending someone to her specifically...

"Yours doesn't listen to you, eh? Probably manipulative. Treats you badly. Does that sound right?"

Taking a sip of her drink, Midori opted not to chuckle bitterly at the thought. It was almost amusing that Murasaki had such a clear understanding of this situation, and yet still seemed convinced her parents had a loving relationship. Almost.

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Tue Jan 25, 2022 12:46 pm

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“Uh…”

So, how’s she supposed to respond? Would a simple nod be enough? Should she go into a long story? Alastor’s been here too, huh? Well, guess that makes sense considering his relationship with Murasaki. Eventually, that guy would have met his girlfriend’s mom, and that probably would have developed into a bit of training exercises. Elyss just didn’t like how her problems were so easily identified, but maybe that’s for the best. That just clarifies that this woman knows a thing or two about this specific situation. Could it be that Murasaki’s parents have some issues? One is a Zanpakuto, and this woman is his owner, so yeah… Does it make sense?

“...Guess you are the right person…, but the question remains… Ya gonna help?”

Her fingers on the counter, she looked again, wondering if she should get something to drink. However, giving in to her alcoholism is probably bad right now. She doesn’t know. Her nerves are all pringly and annoying. Whatever… She’ll just suffer through it. Not the first time she’s suffered through things, and this isn’t even that bad.

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Wed Jan 26, 2022 4:18 am

KOIZUMI MIDORI

"Of course I will. It'd be pretty rude if I went through this whole conversation and then told you no, wouldn't it? Besides, I like to help. That's not exactly something I would wish on anyone."

Putting out the embers in her kiseru, Midori finished the drink before her and turned her attention fully to Elyss. This would be a much more involved lesson plan, she knew that just by merit of the problem in question. But she didn't mind that at all, of course. It made her feel important, like someone actually needed her help.

"We can start now, if you want. Or you can come back another time. I'm almost always here, though Alastor comes by later in the day, so I don't think it would be good if you came then too. We'll have to work on this slowly, I won't lie and say it's a quick and easy process."

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Thu Jan 27, 2022 4:37 am

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“...Okay.”

She blinked, looking rather childlike as she stared at the other woman with an impassive face. Her eyes bounced around, flicking from one thing to another as her fingers tapped on the counter. She’s thinking of what to do, of what to say, but there’s not much outside of just agreeing and deciding on when to start.

Right now? Maybe. Later? Well, if Alastor is coming soon, then that's simply not an option. Elyss does not want anything to do with that guy when it comes down to this kind of thing. He’s staying ignorant to all of this. So, with that in mind, she figured that the best time would be when they’ve both had time to think a bit about this and can hit it off with a fresh mind.

“Well, tomorrow morning…”

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Thu Jan 27, 2022 1:42 pm

KOIZUMI MIDORI

"Tomorrow morning it is. Are you an early morning person? I don't care for it, so we can start at 9 tomorrow."

Standing up, she held out a hand to shake Elyss'. This was a serious matter to her, and she wanted it made clear that she would treat it as importantly as possible. Sure, it being someone Murasaki had recommended definitely added to that, but really, Midori just wanted to help someone else who was dealing with an unruly zanpakuto. She knew exactly how awful that could be.

"I'll have breakfast here for you, so come on an empty stomach. I always have a good meal in the morning."

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Sun Jan 30, 2022 5:56 pm

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“It doesn’t matter. Set a time, and I’ll be there. Nine it is.”

She found herself rising as Midori did, her eyes falling to the hand before her. She stared, standing there awkwardly for a second before actually moving to take the hand. It’s a bit weird for someone who’s obviously your superior to act so common, especially when you barely know them. However, Elyss is a subordinate who never uses her mannerisms half the time, so this is fair. This woman really is like Murasaki though. They both seem to go at their own flow and pull others along haphazardly.

“I don’t eat much in the morning anyway, so… Won’t be hard to come hungry.”

Is that it? Is she free to go? That was surprisingly easy.

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