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thefarshore2017-11-10 10:46 pm
cieled) wrote in thefarshore2017-11-10 10:46 pm
(Heaven's BBS)
From: Ciel Phantomhive (Asteria)
Date: September 13th
How can one be animate without a soul? (He asks this far from his shinki - just in case they take offense.) I do not understand how they move; how they speak; how they serve? The essence of life is one's spirit, surely?
(Though he cannot speak for demons, of course.)
I am venturing onto esoteric grounds, I know, but what better place to make such inquiries? Besides, I do not know if I am entirely comfortable sharing my home with one who is soulless.
Date: September 13th
How can one be animate without a soul? (He asks this far from his shinki - just in case they take offense.) I do not understand how they move; how they speak; how they serve? The essence of life is one's spirit, surely?
(Though he cannot speak for demons, of course.)
I am venturing onto esoteric grounds, I know, but what better place to make such inquiries? Besides, I do not know if I am entirely comfortable sharing my home with one who is soulless.
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Earl. It's a pleasure.
[ When she gestures something of a bow, there's two very distinct things that Ciel could notice right away. One was that her form was perfect, even through these modern clothes. More importantly, the way her movement was wasn't one of a noble or standard commoner trying to address another noble, but definitely that of a servant to a distinguished house. Not that there was any way of her knowing the quirks that stayed. Even as she stood tall, her hands remained folded in front of her as if in waiting. ]
Many temples have a significant personal touch added that resonate to the person standing in for their god, but I see they kept on quite the traditional side for you.
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Her greeting - the way she moves - and her accent all combine to give him a clearer picture of her before she became a shinki. This woman is a professional servant - a maid, perhaps - though she seems to be a bit more like the servants he employed.)
I prefer traditional architecture, though the rooms are far more comfortable than you would expect of ancient Greece, I think.
(He motions to a chair.) Please take a seat. We have much to discuss.
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[ A tongue-in-cheek note of amusement. After all, it's not as if either of them would be familiar with the comfort levels ancient Grecian's lived with.
With Hannah around, he'll certainly get pushed towards it a little more actively. Will had a classic style- suits were suits, and it suited him well enough for these purposes. ]
As you wish, sir.
[ There definitely was something more, though the tone of 'professional servant' seemed to be at a level higher than the ones that were most recently employed to the Phantomhive's. Stepping to the chair, she smooths out the back of her skirt when taking the seat, using a casual manner in contrast to the posture she held. ]
Where would you like to begin?
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You are welcome to have a look for yourself.
(He steeples his hands together, looking at ease.)
I am in need of protection. I see no reason to skirt around the issue. Heaven can be dangerous and without someone I can trust aiding me as a weapon - of sorts - I fear what will become of me.
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Then, with the number of people you trust being so limited, the next logical step would be someone open and straight forward with their offer.
[ Which shows that she's not naive enough to think that someone would trust her so easily, after only a couple of conversations beforehand. She had been upfront about how this was mutually beneficial. ]
Either way, fear is healthy when it's just enough to keep you vigilant. Though I can tell enough to know that you don't need someone encouraging such instincts. With your approach, it seems safe to deduce that this is a factor you've considered long before coming to the Far Shore.
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That can be hard to prove. I can only trust my instincts in that regard and since you are a practiced shinki, I think I could do far worse.
(One way of playing a game is surrounding yourself with allies that have been playing it longer.)
The world is dangerous. I lost my parents and my home four years ago. I can only rely on myself and my impression of those around me has not often been wrong.
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I see, and I do not need to ask what your impression of me is. The fact that we're here says more than enough. My service is yours for when you need it, as I've said on the network. The only standing stipulation is that it's limited to what does not go against Mister Spears' orders.
[ A true demon's aesthetic at its finest right there, even if she doesn't realize. ]
Do you have a vessel name in mind?
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He would not like you near me, but as long as I don't interfere with his day, surely he doesn't have to know?
(Ha ha as if loopholes like that ever work or last. He does notice she sounds a lot like a certain butler. It's almost too easy to fall back into old habits.)
Kyo since the vessels use kanji. It is also small enough to be hidden on your person when you are in Mister Spears's company.
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Due to some standing orders I'll have to give him an update, but this arrangement is already acceptable as it stands. He's unlikely to present an order that would interfere with your needs.
[ Kyo, huh? She bows her head, almost like an understanding nod, but more a gesture of approval. It's certainly better than gi. ]
Where it is, just like my vessel form, isn't something that comes by choice. Either way, there are ways to easily hide it, no matter where the name may brand itself.
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His opinion of me is not the greatest, I fear. I do not mind speaking to him if it becomes an issue. We should be able to make a profitable deal.
(Business is business. He has given the name some thought - he tends to be careful with such things (unless you are the demon who branded his eye).)
The kanji should be short. Unless it is placed on your face, I do not think it will be troublesome.
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[ Which is exactly what she'll do when telling William about her nora'ing to both Ciel and Dean, by the time she does so. She doesn't hold the kind of guilt or responsibility to hold hands with everyone if they disagree over her choices. They're all in positions that require a level of maturity, and what happens is up to them. ]
The level of coverage that can blend into a natural appearance is rather impressive these days. So even if it is, I'm not worried. Now, would you like to conduct this somewhere particular? While you were assigned the soulless shinki, this is your first naming ritual as Asteria.
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Indeed? That is comforting. (He lifts his chin and nods.) Outside under the stars should suit Asteria just fine.
(He rises from his seat and glances at her.) Are you prepared?
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Also rising from her seat, the darker skinned woman moved off to the side for a little more distance. The way she stands, with perfect posture and hands folded down in front of her, it only hits further to Ciel's thought of her having been a professional servant previously. Very professional, as if there was a kind of aesthetic to hold to that kind of position, whether or not she remembered wasn't even a factor. ]
Yes sir; at your ready.
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I do not know if this will hurt, but we should be prepared. (He motions at a stone bench.) Rest if you need it. I have no intention of harming you.