Voice | Fiddlesticks Day 4

[loveandduty]

[Minako was at least settled since she first arrived with it having been Day 4 now. Because of that she already had things on her mind and that was things others probably were not expecting someone to want to talk about.]

So... it's not been long since I first arrived on the train and I have met many people and it made me realize there are many good looking people on the train.

So I am now going to ask. Who do you think is the cutest man or woman, boy or girl on the train and who do you think is the hottest? Like you would have a massive crush on them hot.

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[runs_on_batteries]

Y- er- really?

Where are you, kid?

[faithfulson]

Cleaning up in the game room.

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[runs_on_batteries]

[Tony sets down what he was working on and immediately goes to find the young man. He's really grown fond of Luke over the last couple months they've been here and he felt guilty he hadn't pushed this issue sooner. It sounded like the kid might need it.

Coming into the game room, he was debating whether Luke needed a hug or not. However, when he was within arm's length, Tony instead reached out and very lightly bopped the silly man in the head with the palm of his hand.]

What's the matter with you?

[That question would've had a whole lot more bite to it if the tone wasn't so affectionate.]

[faithfulson]

[ Luke had been halfway to saying hello when he was bopped. Instead, he treated Tony to a pout, an action that probably did little for the current situation. ]

I was raised with a combination of farmer and military manners?

[runs_on_batteries]

[He rested a hand on Luke's shoulder and gave him an encouraging squeeze.]

Which makes you a really great guy, but you're unintentionally being an ass here. I know it's unintentional since it's you and you'd never do that otherwise, but.. have you asked her what she thinks about that? What does she want?

[runs_on_batteries]

I've completely lost what point we're trying to make here. All I can think about is your 'couple extra inches'.

[He flashed Feanor a playfully leering look.]

Shall we ask Renee to leave?

[faithfulson]

Well... no, but...

[ Luke paused, before letting out a sigh, folding over the cleaning cloth he was using to wipe down the VR headsets. ]

Our situation is awkward enough, Tony. She's from a point in my timeline that hasn't happened for me yet. I don't want to make things any more complicated than they already are.

[runs_on_batteries]

[He sighed but besides that listened as Luke talked. When he spoke this time, it was a little more gentle. Not actually gentle, but more gentle than a moment ago like when he bopped Luke in the head.]

Luke, Ignis isn't even from my world. Technically I'm a dead man. You might be this or that where you're from and have complications, but when you have a chance to be happy you take it. Those opportunities don't come around all that often and there's no telling how long they last. What if Telli vanishes tomorrow? Would you think about all those complicated things or would you just miss her?

[faithfulson]

[ Luke frowned lightly at that. ]

Of course I would miss her, but... we'll see each other again?

[ Even as he said that, though, there was a lingering feeling of doubt. After all, they were already missing memories of some elusive training that the inspectors referred to. Who even knew what would happen to them when they ultimately left the train? ]

[runs_on_batteries]

Look, it's your life and your decision. You have to be the one to make the ultimate call. If you want my advice though, it's to take a chance.

[He glanced at the rag Luke was using to clean with.]

And find something more fun to do.

[faithfulson]

We have chores, Mr. Stark.

[ He said that way too sternly; like he was the adult figure here. ]

[runs_on_batteries]

[He laughed and ruffled Luke's hair like he was twelve.]

Right.

[He chuckled as he headed for the door.]

Well, I'm going to go find Telli and see if she likes older men. Have fun.

[faithfulson]

[ Luke stared after him for a long moment after he left, before letting out a heavy sigh. ]

...what even brought that all on?

[runs_on_batteries]

[He wouldn't really do that, he hoped Luke knew him well enough to know that by now.

However, the question had him stopping and his smile fading a bit. He even paused and thought a moment before just giving Luke a wise crack answer.]

Three reasons. You're family, Luke. I want you and Telli to be happy since you're both friends of mine. I almost lost Ignis a few weeks ago and got the same advice.

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[loveandduty]

I can understand not wanting to say something, but sometimes that can also lead to bitterness and regret.

[Not that it ever happened with her personally because she tends to accept that happened as a good thing for the other. She would rather they be happy at the end of the day, but she did understand regretting not saying anything at all.]

At least by saying something it helps people move past it sooner if it's not the same both sides.

[loveandduty]

I like the mask idea, but maybe we can also set up a party for couples in another area maybe or just state they can use the alone time to do whatever they want without the fear of someone walking in.

I am sure some would appreciate that.

[les_magique]

Me neither! What an amazing discovery! It almost makes all of this worth it!

[madcuriosity]

Mnn, then you should speak very plainly, if you confuse her so. Because she is very smart, so you must not speak in riddles. Then she is sure to understand.

... Mnn... then I shan't ever wish to fall in love! I've no desire for trouble!

[madcuriosity]

Yes... that... IS true... I think the only person she never yelled at was the King. But at least... there were times when she wouldn't yell at me when I was obedient. [Not necessarily nice, but at least listening.]

But your point is made, Miss Alice. I don't much like the idea of being rude, though.

[irrationally]

That's quite alright. You don't have to be as rude as me. [ That's actually better, honestly, because this Alice is well aware she's a little too rude.. but that's just the only way she's been able to get by. ]

Even politely you can tell people that you're not going to put up with their rudeness.

[flatteries]

Are you seriously going to claim it's just the chocolate that makes it worth it? Not your beautiful new friendship with your good pal Inigo?

[ He's just being dramatic. He's even trying to pull off a puppy eyes stare. Thank god he's cute enough for it. (Mostly.) ]

[runs_on_batteries]

Nonsense, you've still got it, May. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

[runs_on_batteries]

I do. I absolutely would. He'd be like family if he ever shows up. Would you like to see him?

[From the silver disc he always kept with him, sprang to life and materialized his helmet.]

Friday, show hologram of Rhodey.

[A blue light shot from the visor to in front of them and a transparent image of a scene (like a home movie). The attractive, smiling, black man's face appeared and started moving and talking, but there was no sound.]

Oh, I think I muted this because he kept calling me 'Mr. Stank'.

[runs_on_batteries]

Why are you still talking to me? Go rescue the poor bastard's libido there, Curufin!

[tinkerheart]

[Fëanor rolls his eyes. Eru have mercy...]

Get out, Tony. You're just being obnoxious now...

[Well, that has deteriorated quickly...]