It's a pleasure seeing you too. Now, are you busy, or do you want to join me for some quality time?
[ It isn't like they've got too many options in regards to entertainment, but eh, he may as well try to check, right? They have been getting along well enough. It's in his best interests to continue that. ]
[ The night air is crisp and inviting. The world is their oyster! Well, not necessarily, since they're confined to one spot in this unknown world.
But, Merlin can always pretend. ]
Hmm...I think we have a garden. I was thinking of knocking down some structures.
Jokes aside, why not head there?
[ There's something more peaceful about attending some place at night. Does he have a particular plan? Yes and no. Mostly because he's going with the flow. ]
We have a bit of free reign, though I find it gets stuffy with so many people to a room. There's this place called 'Chaldea' I used to hang out at a lot, and even there, everyone had their own spot.
[ They can absolutely get into that part as a special surprise treat!
At the very least, the garden itself isn't too far away... ]
Ugh! You're telling me. Honestly, not to mention, we're going to potentially be dealing with some tough times. They can absolutely afford to add more luxury, I know it!
[ He will die on this hill. It might be stupid, but he will. He speaks in a normal tone for most of his response, though part of it is certainly a mutter. ]
...Speaking of unneeded things, the garden would look better as a normal garden, if you ask me. Not like they can match some of the ones I've seen even if they tried, I bet.
[ He completely agrees. Why don't they have better beds if they're meant to be sacrifices? ]
I appreciate that they're reusing alcohol bottles for another purpose, but the garden itself has a severe lack of balance. It's a shame, honestly. How am I supposed to feel at peace when the fountain is filled to the brim with coins?
Jokes aside, there's still like...pieces of ash, and it's barely recognizable. ]
I wonder the same. I'd say maybe an unrefined selection, but that's probably not true either. There was a lot to choose from in the bar.
[ Maybe that's why there was such a good selection of them in the first place. Though, he will put away his staff, looking over at the sky overhead. ]
Either way, I don't think I can get used to this. I've greeted more people than I usually have in my life, but even for someone like me, something about this is all...surreal.
[ His words seem to be rambling as he hums to himself. ]
I think unfortunately we're in a rather remote location. It's like the perfect place for some kind of scary ritual or experiment! People wake up without knowing how they got here and get told to kill each other. The most thrilling horror movie...except I think I'd rate it at the bottom.
[ He heads on over to a patch of flowers, lightly touching at them, a light glow emanating as he does so. ]
What do you think about what we've been told to do?
[ ...Funnily enough, they seem to be aligned here. ]
I'd have preferred the very same, actually!
[ Merlin says lightly, although he certainly means it. His own state of morality is ambiguous as well, despite the fact he is firmly on the side of good. ]
This has all really proven just how short-sighted these so-called hosts are. Honestly, if they have found out that 'spilling blood' aspect assists in keeping everything together, but still have to engage in all of this...it's obvious it isn't a solution.
[ Though, it seems that it's now their problem as well. ]
I have to wonder if they will be required to spill even more blood down the line.
[ So, he also agrees it's not a solution. ]
What frustrates me most of all, however, is bringing people without powers into this too. It may have been a mistake, but they aren't eager to even attempt to correct it. It's bullshit.
[ Merlin gives a slight nod. In a hypothetical situation where they're able to continue after this, he seems to think so. ]
Mhm. I doubt they even care. Though I have seen it time and time again for ages...acts committed by people that are enough to turn someone against the world itself, it never feels any better watching it happening.
[ A small almost dismissive wave of his hand, yet in his hand there is a light pink glow, and a flower appears all the same. ]
I doubt that those two will be so fortunate to escape the consequences. Pride comes before the fall, you know?
[ He wonders what Merlin has been through to speak from what sounds like experience, and he can’t help but think that what he says mirrors what happened to him back home.
…Wei Wuxian watches the flower appear, focuses instead on that pink glow. ]
That it does. Will you kill them if you get the chance?
Oh, naturally. These people shouldn't be dealt with otherwise.
I'm sure you agree, right?
[ Wink. Perhaps harsh, but Merlin doesn't see any other way to go about it.
People like them need to be put out of their misery or they'll keep going. ]
Ah well! A beautiful night out and here we are, discussing such nitty and gritty things. But, there's beauty in that too. A moment of deep introspection about our situation may arouse even more important information about our situation.
Including on the matter of our...let's say, current capabilities? Oh, and might I see one hand of yours for a moment? Just hold it up, is all that needs to be done.
[ Merlin says in a gentle voice that holds practically all of the world's playfulness. Once both hands are overturned into his, he holds them gently. ]
The beauty in humanity is vast. Though so is the shadow, that extends over us even now.
We've discussed the shadows until night has overreached us and clouded our hearts in determination that overwrites despair. Let us bear witness to the fruits of our labor.
[ A purple-pink color washes over Merlin, until it extends outward to their surroundings. The remaining statues seem to recede into nothing, until they are transformed into lovely trees, pink flowers blossoming along their branches, and the surrounding area, including beachline into an endless stream of a field of various flowers. ]
If I could make the garden look better, it would definitely be like this. Ah, look at the improvements already...but more importantly, I appreciate you humoring me. Though, when we first met, I did also want to show you a bigger field~
[ His fingers slip away with a smile that creases the eyes just a bit. Though, maybe he's also pleased he knows Wei Wuxian a little well enough to have him indulge him a tad! ]
[ Hearing that delightfulness makes him feel actually kind of proud? He's beaming like he has just won the newest trophy of ... something. ]
Well, thank you! I'd say they should have hired me to do the work on the garden, but I did just basically get through telling that guy I wouldn't work for them~
[ Yet, they are still free reign to dunk on as far as Merlin is concerned. ]
Haha, hmm...maybe I can say it was a part of handling the situation. Just kidding! Honestly, I wanted to see what it'd be like, and if you would say yes. That counts as a purpose, right?
[ Honestly, they should hire Merlin for the garden. Wei Wuxian would happily put in a good word for him. That bright look on his face and his words have Wei Wuxian laughing loudly, however, instead of offering up that good word. ]
Was it as good as you thought it would be? My hands aren’t as soft as a maiden’s.
[ ...You know what, if Wei Wuxian did, Merlin couldn't even be TOO mad.
When he laughs, it's infectious, and he's laughing himself. ]
A maiden's hands are much softer, it's true!
But, there's something about yours too. Molded by your own life as a hard-working human [ A magical cultivator able to control ghosts must always put in a ton of effort. ], that unique element makes me appreciate them even more. The warmth and the feeling of holding those hands of yours in my own was worth it.
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[ It isn't like they've got too many options in regards to entertainment, but eh, he may as well try to check, right? They have been getting along well enough. It's in his best interests to continue that. ]
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Well, I'm busy now that I'll be joining you. Where would you like to go?
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But, Merlin can always pretend. ]
Hmm...I think we have a garden. I was thinking of knocking down some structures.
Jokes aside, why not head there?
[ There's something more peaceful about attending some place at night. Does he have a particular plan? Yes and no. Mostly because he's going with the flow. ]
We have a bit of free reign, though I find it gets stuffy with so many people to a room. There's this place called 'Chaldea' I used to hang out at a lot, and even there, everyone had their own spot.
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It is. For a vacation, four two a room with only two beds is a shame. They can afford these "robots", but not extra beds?
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At the very least, the garden itself isn't too far away... ]
Ugh! You're telling me. Honestly, not to mention, we're going to potentially be dealing with some tough times. They can absolutely afford to add more luxury, I know it!
[ He will die on this hill. It might be stupid, but he will. He speaks in a normal tone for most of his response, though part of it is certainly a mutter. ]
...Speaking of unneeded things, the garden would look better as a normal garden, if you ask me. Not like they can match some of the ones I've seen even if they tried, I bet.
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I appreciate that they're reusing alcohol bottles for another purpose, but the garden itself has a severe lack of balance. It's a shame, honestly. How am I supposed to feel at peace when the fountain is filled to the brim with coins?
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Our so-called hosts really have no sense of style.
[ He summons his black staff, then angles it at one of the, uh 'statues' and blasts one of them to nothing with a pink energy beam. ]
Hmm, I think it's already looking a little better now, don't you?
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[ Wei Wuxian crouches down next to the decimated statue, looking at whatever its left behind. ]
I wonder what type of alcohol was consumed to create these.
[ This is clearly necessary information. ]
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[ It's absolutely necessary info, totally.
Jokes aside, there's still like...pieces of ash, and it's barely recognizable. ]
I wonder the same. I'd say maybe an unrefined selection, but that's probably not true either. There was a lot to choose from in the bar.
[ Maybe that's why there was such a good selection of them in the first place. Though, he will put away his staff, looking over at the sky overhead. ]
Either way, I don't think I can get used to this. I've greeted more people than I usually have in my life, but even for someone like me, something about this is all...surreal.
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What do you think it is? The location, or what we’ve been told to do?
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[ His words seem to be rambling as he hums to himself. ]
I think unfortunately we're in a rather remote location. It's like the perfect place for some kind of scary ritual or experiment! People wake up without knowing how they got here and get told to kill each other. The most thrilling horror movie...except I think I'd rate it at the bottom.
[ He heads on over to a patch of flowers, lightly touching at them, a light glow emanating as he does so. ]
What do you think about what we've been told to do?
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I think it's ridiculous.
[ Though his tone suggests that he thinks it's stupid rather than morally deplorable. ]
I'd rather they take care of this themselves than have us dirty our hands, but it seems like that won't be happening.
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I'd have preferred the very same, actually!
[ Merlin says lightly, although he certainly means it. His own state of morality is ambiguous as well, despite the fact he is firmly on the side of good. ]
This has all really proven just how short-sighted these so-called hosts are. Honestly, if they have found out that 'spilling blood' aspect assists in keeping everything together, but still have to engage in all of this...it's obvious it isn't a solution.
[ Though, it seems that it's now their problem as well. ]
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[ So, he also agrees it's not a solution. ]
What frustrates me most of all, however, is bringing people without powers into this too. It may have been a mistake, but they aren't eager to even attempt to correct it. It's bullshit.
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Mhm. I doubt they even care. Though I have seen it time and time again for ages...acts committed by people that are enough to turn someone against the world itself, it never feels any better watching it happening.
[ A small almost dismissive wave of his hand, yet in his hand there is a light pink glow, and a flower appears all the same. ]
I doubt that those two will be so fortunate to escape the consequences. Pride comes before the fall, you know?
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…Wei Wuxian watches the flower appear, focuses instead on that pink glow. ]
That it does. Will you kill them if you get the chance?
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I'm sure you agree, right?
[ Wink. Perhaps harsh, but Merlin doesn't see any other way to go about it.
People like them need to be put out of their misery or they'll keep going. ]
Ah well! A beautiful night out and here we are, discussing such nitty and gritty things. But, there's beauty in that too. A moment of deep introspection about our situation may arouse even more important information about our situation.
Including on the matter of our...let's say, current capabilities? Oh, and might I see one hand of yours for a moment? Just hold it up, is all that needs to be done.
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But the topic at hand and then the request for his literal hand has him smiling a bit at Merlin. ]
For what purpose? I can't give my hand away for free.
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[ He pauses, seeming to 'think'. He tosses the flower which gently floats on down to the rest. ]
Wait, actually I need both of your hands! Or, actually, I'll tell you in a moment if you take both of mine instead. How courageous are you feeling?
[ Merlin extends both his hands out to Wei Wuxian, holding them in that exact position and then...he playfully wiggles his fingers. ]
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[ In other words, Merlin seems to know that Wei Wuxian isn't the kind of person who would want to back down from a challenge.
So, he gives Merlin both of his hands. ]
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[ Merlin says in a gentle voice that holds practically all of the world's playfulness. Once both hands are overturned into his, he holds them gently. ]
The beauty in humanity is vast. Though so is the shadow, that extends over us even now.
We've discussed the shadows until night has overreached us and clouded our hearts in determination that overwrites despair. Let us bear witness to the fruits of our labor.
[ A purple-pink color washes over Merlin, until it extends outward to their surroundings. The remaining statues seem to recede into nothing, until they are transformed into lovely trees, pink flowers blossoming along their branches, and the surrounding area, including beachline into an endless stream of a field of various flowers. ]
If I could make the garden look better, it would definitely be like this. Ah, look at the improvements already...but more importantly, I appreciate you humoring me. Though, when we first met, I did also want to show you a bigger field~
[ His fingers slip away with a smile that creases the eyes just a bit. Though, maybe he's also pleased he knows Wei Wuxian a little well enough to have him indulge him a tad! ]
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It's lovely. I much prefer your garden, to tell you the truth.
[ The sheer variety of flowers, especially without those eyesores called statues, is a real treat. ]
Though I do wonder... what was the purpose of holding my hands?
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Well, thank you! I'd say they should have hired me to do the work on the garden, but I did just basically get through telling that guy I wouldn't work for them~
[ Yet, they are still free reign to dunk on as far as Merlin is concerned. ]
Haha, hmm...maybe I can say it was a part of handling the situation. Just kidding! Honestly, I wanted to see what it'd be like, and if you would say yes. That counts as a purpose, right?
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Was it as good as you thought it would be? My hands aren’t as soft as a maiden’s.
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When he laughs, it's infectious, and he's laughing himself. ]
A maiden's hands are much softer, it's true!
But, there's something about yours too. Molded by your own life as a hard-working human [ A magical cultivator able to control ghosts must always put in a ton of effort. ], that unique element makes me appreciate them even more. The warmth and the feeling of holding those hands of yours in my own was worth it.
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