Actually, the request was that we 'live' here for an undetermined amount of time. Living would involve creating ties here, connections or not. But there are lots of whys in play here.
I would actually like your thoughts, before I go into anything else. Impressions, so on. You had a lot of trouble believing in all of this when we first met. You don't question it now.
[That latter is a statement, and Loki wants to know why and what changed for Kaiba. How things changed.]
For example, I can offer you no proof that I am who I claim and yet you seem to accept my word alone.
[Fortunately, Loki can see the humor in it too. Mostly.]
You may come to regret trusting me. I'm rather well known for betrayal.
[Loki wondered why it mattered, too. That he be trusted.]
But whether I like it or not, I am stuck here as are we all, and there is a common mystery. As you say, to accept reality. Which is often more strange than we choose to believe or recognize.
[Gesturing to the notebook.]
So I would like to know your thoughts still. In general, specifics, whatever is coming to your mind.
I've been backstabbed a few times. Still hurts, but maybe it'd hurt less.
[ Said as a joke...but that really would hurt. Still, Seto takes the time to read everything, closing his eyes to think once he's done. ]
The part about the townsfolk serving Vaeros bothers me the most, I think...implying that there are eyes on us at all times. I wonder if there are other layers of surveillance. If I was interested in quashing any potential rebellion, that's what I would do.
That assumes he has no way of scrying on us some other way as well. And how he might. The network is likely bugged, of course.
[Loki appreciated the thoughts and input.]
There's still too much we don't know. Especially if there is already some kind of resistance in place. But I thought you'd want in on whatever might be going on, and you're intelligent enough that I'd like to have your thoughts and help.
...Thanks for thinking of me. I really appreciate it.
[ Someone actually wanting to include him is still new, given his reputation back on Earth. ]
I'll let you know if I find anything else...if the amnesia effects were breakable, I hope these will fade too.
[ He gestures over his shoulder at a little wing. He didn't even get ones big enough to fly with! Not that that was anatomically possible with human bone structure normally, but with magic in the equation...anyway, how rude. ]
[Loki had chosen his wording there deliberately. This whole place and experience was...changing him. So far he didn't think in bad ways. But it would definitely take him some adjusting.]
So tell me what you did enjoy at the ball? I got to dance with, and kiss, some pretty ladies and handsome fellows. I enjoyed myself with a good time and a bit of theater too.
You met Webbigail Vanderquack then. She was the one who wished for the slumber party. Clever and intelligent young lady, has apparently been doing research. I'm definitely going to keep an eye on her.
[Loki approved, although Kaiba gave him no other info to identify the other two.]
I danced, I drank, I kissed and managed to avoid any major secrets spilling. I learned quite a lot about others. It's quite easy to see why the Fae use that as a trick, it's very potent. If I hadn't been part of it, I'd be amused at it all.
[Loki has had wilder. Tamer as well. It hadn't been 'boring' which is what mattered to him.]
I find it interesting, and telling, of your background that you phrase it that way. It did occur to me that it might also be what was going on, but I don't honestly think it was viewed that way by our host. I doubt he was watching the specifics. I have a few different ideas as to why, but I don't know enough about him yet.
It lends evidence to the idea that he's a Fae. It's a classic ploy of theirs from the stories I understand. Our contracts also wish us to 'live' here, and this would be a way for us to do so. To make us want to do so.
[But there was still far too much Loki didn't know. That they all didn't know. Turning, he tilted his head while he studied Kaiba again.]
We can speculate all we want and go around in circles for hours I'm sure. Do not lose your caution or your guard. But I think we'll be better served by focusing on other things for now.
[Loki just nodded with the thanks, and moved to come retrieve his notebook and satchel. Finishing what was in one of the cups, before replacing that in his bag too.]
Get yourself that weapon if you haven't already. We'll find a time to start practice and teaching you how to use it effectively. Keep in touch.
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I would actually like your thoughts, before I go into anything else. Impressions, so on. You had a lot of trouble believing in all of this when we first met. You don't question it now.
[That latter is a statement, and Loki wants to know why and what changed for Kaiba. How things changed.]
For example, I can offer you no proof that I am who I claim and yet you seem to accept my word alone.
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It's hard to be so skeptical about what's going on when these are poking me when I try to sleep.
[ He gestures at a wing over his shoulder. ]
And I haven't had a reason to disbelieve you yet. Your actions are consistent with who you say you are.
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[But Loki says it with a laugh, which may or may not be reassuring to the other.]
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[ Seto laughs, just a bit...he still trusts him, of course. ]
My point is I've had a few days to adjust. I'm ready to engage in reality now, as weird as it is.
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You may come to regret trusting me. I'm rather well known for betrayal.
[Loki wondered why it mattered, too. That he be trusted.]
But whether I like it or not, I am stuck here as are we all, and there is a common mystery. As you say, to accept reality. Which is often more strange than we choose to believe or recognize.
[Gesturing to the notebook.]
So I would like to know your thoughts still. In general, specifics, whatever is coming to your mind.
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[ Said as a joke...but that really would hurt. Still, Seto takes the time to read everything, closing his eyes to think once he's done. ]
The part about the townsfolk serving Vaeros bothers me the most, I think...implying that there are eyes on us at all times. I wonder if there are other layers of surveillance. If I was interested in quashing any potential rebellion, that's what I would do.
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[Loki appreciated the thoughts and input.]
There's still too much we don't know. Especially if there is already some kind of resistance in place. But I thought you'd want in on whatever might be going on, and you're intelligent enough that I'd like to have your thoughts and help.
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[ Someone actually wanting to include him is still new, given his reputation back on Earth. ]
I'll let you know if I find anything else...if the amnesia effects were breakable, I hope these will fade too.
[ He gestures over his shoulder at a little wing. He didn't even get ones big enough to fly with! Not that that was anatomically possible with human bone structure normally, but with magic in the equation...anyway, how rude. ]
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[Loki had chosen his wording there deliberately. This whole place and experience was...changing him. So far he didn't think in bad ways. But it would definitely take him some adjusting.]
So tell me what you did enjoy at the ball? I got to dance with, and kiss, some pretty ladies and handsome fellows. I enjoyed myself with a good time and a bit of theater too.
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I met an excitable young duck. She was fun to talk to. I met another young woman, and an interesting fellow...I might've danced once or twice.
I hadn't forgotten my training in that after all.
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[Loki approved, although Kaiba gave him no other info to identify the other two.]
I danced, I drank, I kissed and managed to avoid any major secrets spilling. I learned quite a lot about others. It's quite easy to see why the Fae use that as a trick, it's very potent. If I hadn't been part of it, I'd be amused at it all.
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So there was some good...
But was prompting us to reveal our weaknesses a major aim, then? For Vaeros's eyes?
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I find it interesting, and telling, of your background that you phrase it that way. It did occur to me that it might also be what was going on, but I don't honestly think it was viewed that way by our host. I doubt he was watching the specifics. I have a few different ideas as to why, but I don't know enough about him yet.
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Not that I'm individually important enough to be worth his effort, but with enough power to manipulate an entire group...
But the main manipulation was to keep us content. Which is strange, but doesn't provide a clue about the bigger goal.
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It lends evidence to the idea that he's a Fae. It's a classic ploy of theirs from the stories I understand. Our contracts also wish us to 'live' here, and this would be a way for us to do so. To make us want to do so.
[But there was still far too much Loki didn't know. That they all didn't know. Turning, he tilted his head while he studied Kaiba again.]
We can speculate all we want and go around in circles for hours I'm sure. Do not lose your caution or your guard. But I think we'll be better served by focusing on other things for now.
Do you feel better, somewhat?
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I do, thank you. I know you have other work to be doing.
But I'll keep looking around and fill you in if I find anything else, all right?
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Get yourself that weapon if you haven't already. We'll find a time to start practice and teaching you how to use it effectively. Keep in touch.