Hm... yes. If I were to, for example, tell someone not to speak of a particular topic, how long might I be able to do so? [ this is not a hypothetical ] And would I be able to use it on a Saturday at any point?
orion makes a thoughtful noise. ] No matter what the command is, it would last for an hour, and... unfortunately, Simon Says is not one that could be used during the proceedings on Saturday.
I understand. [ he's just going to have to order sylvain to shut the fuck up the normal way ] Then, a more general question. My understanding is that obtaining a room service power lights up your keychain. Is that a permanent change?
but he does look a little more relaxed than usual. ]
Thank you. You've been amenable company insofar as I've managed to speak with you, Orion. [ they can head over there!! ] I admit I struggle somewhat to be open with you all—it's difficult, when I cannot see your faces.
[ they nod along to that, easily keeping pace with dimitri, and making a soft noise of understanding, nodding their head. they settle in a chair for (fire emblem voice) perfect teatime. ]
...Well, that is something of the point. It's a barrier of separation in more ways than one - we are staff, after all, so our duty is less to be friendly than it is to be professional. Some of us are better at it than others. I prefer it this way.
... But I've enjoyed our conversations as well, Mr. Blaiddyd. I find your company to be interesting indeed.
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[ they tilt their head a bit. ]
Simon Says allows you to make a single command of reasonable scope that the target will be forced to comply with. Do you have more specific questions?
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Hm... yes. If I were to, for example, tell someone not to speak of a particular topic, how long might I be able to do so? [ this is not a hypothetical ] And would I be able to use it on a Saturday at any point?
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orion makes a thoughtful noise. ] No matter what the command is, it would last for an hour, and... unfortunately, Simon Says is not one that could be used during the proceedings on Saturday.
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he nods. ]
I understand. [ he's just going to have to order sylvain to shut the fuck up the normal way ] Then, a more general question. My understanding is that obtaining a room service power lights up your keychain. Is that a permanent change?
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they nod, though. ]
Correct.
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[ hm. ]
Thank you, Orion. ...Are you allowed to accompany me to the courtyard for tea?
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they nod! and then seem a little surprised by the request? a little touched, maybe. ]
... Of course I can, if that's something you'd like to do. By all means.
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but he does look a little more relaxed than usual. ]
Thank you. You've been amenable company insofar as I've managed to speak with you, Orion. [ they can head over there!! ] I admit I struggle somewhat to be open with you all—it's difficult, when I cannot see your faces.
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...Well, that is something of the point. It's a barrier of separation in more ways than one - we are staff, after all, so our duty is less to be friendly than it is to be professional. Some of us are better at it than others. I prefer it this way.
... But I've enjoyed our conversations as well, Mr. Blaiddyd. I find your company to be interesting indeed.