[It has been a very trying auction so far, from not knowing he was in it at all to seeing his tragically unpolished poem and beyond— but Lorenz has made peace with it. Mostly. He is, at least, no longer having any very ignoble arguments by the time he notices Constance's bid. Actually, that's very kind of her...
So hello, Coco. How are things.]
Miss Nuvelle! You are an even lovelier sight tonight than last we spoke. [you know, bloody. and then in a hospital gown. they don't have to be that specific.] And I feel I must thank you for your generosity. Are you enjoying the evening?
[Oh, it's him! One of her favourite people. She may not have that much Chroma (because wow, earning it is the worst!), but she did manage to procure some in the bath-house earlier and putting it towards Lorenz's campaign is a most worthy cause.]
I am most indeed, Lorenz!
[Particularly since she's not. you know. covered in blood and stuck in a godawful gown that did nothing for her complexion. Ugh. Anyway!]
I trust you're having a wonderful evening yourself? And there's no need to thank me for my generosity; I've found myself utterly in your debt since our encounter in the hospital, so it's my noble duty to return the favour! Here's hoping you fetch a suitable price!
[Just some nobles suffering through poverty because Chroma earning is horrible... That's them!! But that's neither here nor there, because right now it is a nice party and so they can both relax. Mostly. Somewhat. In the noble way, with constant awareness of other people's opinions.
That said, she is still a delight. Top 5 PrismaPals.]
I am having a much more favorable time now that I've found you! Your company and well wishes are refreshing as always.
[And he is a luxury etc, but aww.]
I do hope you've found it easy to settle in since we last spoke.
[...the other people's opinions are (unfortunately....) very important, aren't they...mustn't give anyone reason to gossip...]
I have, thank you! Ah-
[...well there was that whole thing where she nearly turned into a crystal because touching other people is unladylike, also, cat ears, but that was depressing and annoying, so we shall not mention it!]
A-Ahhh, yes, yes I have! This place does take quite a bit of getting used-to, but I think I've found my feet. What about yourself? I do hope the moons haven't caused you any trouble.
[Although she's sure any bizarre animal appendages he might sprout would look fabulous! Hopefully they'd be suitably purple.]
[Ah yes, Cordis week... grim flashbacks to being insatiably hungry and forced to eat later than 8pm... He's still not emotionally recovered from the indignity.]
Oh, you know... [He waves a hand, so casually, like please! As if!] Of course people of our caliber wouldn't be bothered by such trifling matters! It— it has been just fine.
[A ruffian did wave a sword at him, though... It's been a strange time. Let's change topics!]
You know— Have you run into Hilda, yet? We three should get together for dinner sometime.
[war flashbacks she never wants to see the moon turn blue again, but apparently (and rudely) it happens every month - twice - so...one must maintain a stiff upper lip, she supposes...
Anyway, that question makes for a lovely distraction.]
I have had the fortune to encounter Hilda, yes! Our meeting was most fortuitous. Ah...
[...
o-oh, you want...to do dinner? With her?
........Lorenz.....you are the only noble to ever exist. Unparalleled.]
I would simply love to have dinner with the two of you! Are you sure you wouldn't mind?
[w h o o p s that was a bit more jubilant than she intended, must. keep decorum-
-it's. been a while since anyone invited her out to dinner, much less someone from the nobility, much less an heir to one of the biggest houses in the alliance-]
[wow why couldn't everyone at Garreg Mach be this appreciative of his dinner invites]
Not at all! We are Fódlan nobles, therefore, we should do our best to maintain proper relations while we're here in this world.
[Also he would love to show off what a great dinner he can plan, even if it will inevitably wind up as three idiots sitting on his couch watching television. It's the thought that counts!]
I will discuss it with Hilda, of course— but I know she will be amenable to the idea!
[She is absolutely, utterly down for whatever dinner Lorenz deems appropriate, what a FANTASTIC plan!
....also the television is admittedly fascinating and, honestly, watching some of the 'shows' with two people who are also completely out of their depth with all this 'technology' sounds great.
She was recently taught how to do selfies, so. If they don't know that function yet, she'll be happy to share...]
That would be wonderful! I'm so flattered that you'd ask me, Lorenz.
[...ah!]
Oh, I just remembered! I had some bergamot tea leaves on me, when I arrived in this place. May I bring them to the dinner? I'd love to have tea with the two of you.
[...she promises they're good quality. Better than the hospital, at least!]
[Lorenz has learned about "clout" and it is both horrifying and tantalizing! Noble dinner night will be an exciting event, for sure.
Especially with the addition of bergamot tea?! Constance continues to move up in the ranks of his favorite people...]
Oh— yes, of course! We would be remiss to refuse such generosity and taste! [authentic tea time experience... he could weep.] Constance, I believe ours will be a long and affectionate friendship.
[And so, because they are now Friends and she is a lovely young lady, he is compelled to, ahem, look after her-- as such,] Have you placed any other bids tonight?
Ah, well! I shall be sure to bring some cakes, too! There's a lovely little bakery near my apartment.
[She may or may not know that because she bought like. 3 full-size cakes to eat by herself a few days ago. Cordis, not even once!
And Goddess, so many compliments...she would blush if it wouldn't be hideously embarrassing. That being said, she is beaming. Perhaps Lunatia isn't so bad after all...
...ah. Right. The...auction. Hmm.]
Oh, most definitely not! My one desire was to ensure you are adequately supported. I haven't even examined the other options-
[-she has definitely examined the other options-]
-but I might extend my support to some of our classmates, should they wish it. Do you have anyone whom you hope will win you?
[that. is a weird sentence to say but you know what, this is a weird place]
[Cakes... and moral slash monetary support... oof, right in the heart. It is truly the greatest pity of all time that they didn't(?) meet(??) back at Garreg Mach, he thinks, because they would have been the best of friends for much longer!
Truly, this city has some redeeming qualities...]
Oh, me? Ah, no. [like...nah] But I am a gentleman, and so even were I to be won by the most repugnant of bidders, it would be no matter! Lorenz Hellman Gloucester will keep his word even in adversity.
[Like if some rude uggo won the bids?? A travesty, but he'd put up with it.]
[goddess. To think that someone wholly unsuitable might win Lorenz....the thought turns her stomach. Does she have to keep an even closer eye on the bidding? But what if the only options are unsavoury? What if she accidentally wins?
...
this is a lot more stressful than she thought it would be, let's just-]
I would simply love to see what other options there are.
[A distraction sounds like exactly what she needs, so let's. let's do that.]
Are participants in this 'auction' also allowed to bid?
[What is a noble without tightly-honed judgement skills? Absolutely nothing, that's what. Fortunately (as expected), Constance has been training for this moment her entire life!]
It's quite the bizarre concept, isn't it? I certainly can't see this sort of affair occurring at Garreg Mach.
[She'll whip out her purple fan as she speaks, so she can then press it against her lips in a suitable display of mild disgust. How very...
...how very. One mustn't be too harsh, though, considering Lorenz has found himself caught up in this madness...]
But one must steel themselves! At least this isn't the strangest custom we've had to endure in this place.
can you not be full of yourself for five fucking seconds
[COME ON JOTARO GNASH YOUR TEETH AND JUST GET PAST IT]
look i want to do something for there's someone really important to me
something bad happened to that person lately i want to try to cheer them up
figured maybe you'd have some idea of what would be good the thing is i don't want it to be just something expensive i want something to make this person smile make their day a little better
you know the kind of shit that girls always seem interested in
Well, that's thoroughly dependent on what exactly happened to this friend of yours. Are you referring more to an experience akin to a broken heart, or something more serious?
[i.e. did she just break up with her boyfriend or go through something like. traumatic. give her the deets Jotaro!]
Well, first you need to establish if this person is even open to seeing you. I don't mean she'll have a problem with you personally, but if she has endured something awful then she may not want to see anyone at all. Sometimes all you want is time alone to process everything.
But if she's not that sort, then think deeply about what you know about her. Does she have a favourite food? If she's trying to process trauma then she'll likely not be in the mood to cook. Can you make that for her, or at least bring it to her? Don't make it any random dish, regardless of whether it is nutritious or not. Show that you know her well enough to bring her her favourite.
... you know you pretty much described exactly what happened with that first part that's kind of crazy
hmm so like do something to make that person's life a little easier maybe do something for them that they don't want to do right now just take care of it for them right?
Did I not say my advice was second-to-none? Do try to listen to me, Jotaro.
[That being said...]
But you're exactly right, yes. All the annoying regular requirements in life don't stop just because you're going through a hard time. There's still food to be made, dishes to be cleaned, laundry to be done...and if your friend really is suffering, having a filthy apartment is only going to impede her progress towards recovery. I'm not saying you need to turn into her live-in maid, but visiting occasionally to bring her favourite groceries and meals will go a long way.
On that note, does she have a favourite fruit, or scent? Buy her some of those 'bath bubble bombs' or whatever they're called, in that flavour. It will encourage her to want to keep up a basic standard of cleanliness, and is another method of showing you care enough to know the things she likes.
Now, you can find them in that beauty store where we met; they're tightly-packed powder that dissolves once you place them in water. I've tried a few myself and they're rather delightful. I find they cheer me up, anyway.
Not that I'm trying to imply I require cheering up, but I'm sure you know what I mean. They're fun and your friend may enjoy their pleasant simplicity. Besides, everyone enjoys a bath.
[All of that italic text is formatted completely un-ironically, by the way. Tone is important!]
i guess i don't really think about whether something is expensive or not i mean not when i'm buying it we never did at my house so i guess i don't really notice that much
i mean until other people point it out then i start thinking about it
Well, with your Chroma balance I can understand why price would be no object. Do try to be a little conservative! Emergencies can strike at any time - then you'll be glad you saved.
You can't blame me for calling you crude and indecent when you're being crude and indecent! Don't think I'm so naive that I can't puzzle out what you and your 'special' person do together! Honestly!
But I will not judge you to your face. It would not befit a noble like myself.
that you engage in adult activities so blatantly! In such language! Say that you spend intimate time together, or that you see a great deal of each other, or SOMETHING! Use your imagination!
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So hello, Coco. How are things.]
Miss Nuvelle! You are an even lovelier sight tonight than last we spoke. [you know, bloody. and then in a hospital gown. they don't have to be that specific.] And I feel I must thank you for your generosity. Are you enjoying the evening?
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I am most indeed, Lorenz!
[Particularly since she's not. you know. covered in blood and stuck in a godawful gown that did nothing for her complexion. Ugh. Anyway!]
I trust you're having a wonderful evening yourself? And there's no need to thank me for my generosity; I've found myself utterly in your debt since our encounter in the hospital, so it's my noble duty to return the favour! Here's hoping you fetch a suitable price!
[Not that one can put a price on him, but!!]
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That said, she is still a delight. Top 5 PrismaPals.]
I am having a much more favorable time now that I've found you! Your company and well wishes are refreshing as always.
[And he is a luxury etc, but aww.]
I do hope you've found it easy to settle in since we last spoke.
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I have, thank you! Ah-
[...well there was that whole thing where she nearly turned into a crystal because touching other people is unladylike, also, cat ears, but that was depressing and annoying, so we shall not mention it!]
A-Ahhh, yes, yes I have! This place does take quite a bit of getting used-to, but I think I've found my feet. What about yourself? I do hope the moons haven't caused you any trouble.
[Although she's sure any bizarre animal appendages he might sprout would look fabulous! Hopefully they'd be suitably purple.]
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Oh, you know... [He waves a hand, so casually, like please! As if!] Of course people of our caliber wouldn't be bothered by such trifling matters! It— it has been just fine.
[A ruffian did wave a sword at him, though... It's been a strange time. Let's change topics!]
You know— Have you run into Hilda, yet? We three should get together for dinner sometime.
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[war flashbacks she never wants to see the moon turn blue again, but apparently (and rudely) it happens every month - twice - so...one must maintain a stiff upper lip, she supposes...
Anyway, that question makes for a lovely distraction.]
I have had the fortune to encounter Hilda, yes! Our meeting was most fortuitous. Ah...
[...
o-oh, you want...to do dinner? With her?
........Lorenz.....you are the only noble to ever exist. Unparalleled.]
I would simply love to have dinner with the two of you! Are you sure you wouldn't mind?
[w h o o p s that was a bit more jubilant than she intended, must. keep decorum-
-it's. been a while since anyone invited her out to dinner, much less someone from the nobility, much less an heir to one of the biggest houses in the alliance-]
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Not at all! We are Fódlan nobles, therefore, we should do our best to maintain proper relations while we're here in this world.
[Also he would love to show off what a great dinner he can plan, even if it will inevitably wind up as three idiots sitting on his couch watching television. It's the thought that counts!]
I will discuss it with Hilda, of course— but I know she will be amenable to the idea!
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....also the television is admittedly fascinating and, honestly, watching some of the 'shows' with two people who are also completely out of their depth with all this 'technology' sounds great.
She was recently taught how to do selfies, so. If they don't know that function yet, she'll be happy to share...]
That would be wonderful! I'm so flattered that you'd ask me, Lorenz.
[...ah!]
Oh, I just remembered! I had some bergamot tea leaves on me, when I arrived in this place. May I bring them to the dinner? I'd love to have tea with the two of you.
[...she promises they're good quality. Better than the hospital, at least!]
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Especially with the addition of bergamot tea?! Constance continues to move up in the ranks of his favorite people...]
Oh— yes, of course! We would be remiss to refuse such generosity and taste! [authentic tea time experience... he could weep.] Constance, I believe ours will be a long and affectionate friendship.
[And so, because they are now Friends and she is a lovely young lady, he is compelled to, ahem, look after her-- as such,] Have you placed any other bids tonight?
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[She may or may not know that because she bought like. 3 full-size cakes to eat by herself a few days ago. Cordis, not even once!
And Goddess, so many compliments...she would blush if it wouldn't be hideously embarrassing. That being said, she is beaming. Perhaps Lunatia isn't so bad after all...
...ah. Right. The...auction. Hmm.]
Oh, most definitely not! My one desire was to ensure you are adequately supported. I haven't even examined the other options-
[-she has definitely examined the other options-]
-but I might extend my support to some of our classmates, should they wish it. Do you have anyone whom you hope will win you?
[that. is a weird sentence to say but you know what, this is a weird place]
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Truly, this city has some redeeming qualities...]
Oh, me? Ah, no. [like...nah] But I am a gentleman, and so even were I to be won by the most repugnant of bidders, it would be no matter! Lorenz Hellman Gloucester will keep his word even in adversity.
[Like if some rude uggo won the bids?? A travesty, but he'd put up with it.]
Shall we examine the other options together?
[For fun and gossip!!]
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...
this is a lot more stressful than she thought it would be, let's just-]
I would simply love to see what other options there are.
[A distraction sounds like exactly what she needs, so let's. let's do that.]
Are participants in this 'auction' also allowed to bid?
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I didn't ask. However, as certain people are... It would appear that much is allowed, yes.
[Lorenz is getting a swag bag and going home when this party is over, but to each their own.]
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It's quite the bizarre concept, isn't it? I certainly can't see this sort of affair occurring at Garreg Mach.
[She'll whip out her purple fan as she speaks, so she can then press it against her lips in a suitable display of mild disgust. How very...
...how very. One mustn't be too harsh, though, considering Lorenz has found himself caught up in this madness...]
But one must steel themselves! At least this isn't the strangest custom we've had to endure in this place.
[cat. ears....]
text, un: nevercrywolf
this is jotaro
i need
[HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHGHGHGHGHGHGHGHGHNGH]
some advice
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Oh? If it is advice you seek, you've come to the right place! I will endeavour to steer you on the right path.
Although knowing you, I can't be sure you'll listen...but one must make an attempt, futile though it might be!
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[COME ON JOTARO GNASH YOUR TEETH AND JUST GET PAST IT]
look
i want to do something for
there's someone really important to me
something bad happened to that person lately
i want to try to cheer them up
figured maybe you'd have some idea of what would be good
the thing is
i don't want it to be just something expensive
i want something to make this person smile
make their day a little better
you know the kind of shit that girls always seem interested in
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Well, that's thoroughly dependent on what exactly happened to this friend of yours. Are you referring more to an experience akin to a broken heart, or something more serious?
[i.e. did she just break up with her boyfriend or go through something like. traumatic. give her the deets Jotaro!]
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it's not my business to go around talking about it to people
so i can't say a lot about what it was
but it's not just some stupid thing
it's bad
like
fuck up your whole life bad
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Well, first you need to establish if this person is even open to seeing you. I don't mean she'll have a problem with you personally, but if she has endured something awful then she may not want to see anyone at all. Sometimes all you want is time alone to process everything.
But if she's not that sort, then think deeply about what you know about her. Does she have a favourite food? If she's trying to process trauma then she'll likely not be in the mood to cook. Can you make that for her, or at least bring it to her? Don't make it any random dish, regardless of whether it is nutritious or not. Show that you know her well enough to bring her her favourite.
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you know
you pretty much described exactly what happened with that first part
that's kind of crazy
hmm
so like
do something to make that person's life a little easier
maybe do something for them that they don't want to do right now
just take care of it for them
right?
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[That being said...]
But you're exactly right, yes. All the annoying regular requirements in life don't stop just because you're going through a hard time. There's still food to be made, dishes to be cleaned, laundry to be done...and if your friend really is suffering, having a filthy apartment is only going to impede her progress towards recovery. I'm not saying you need to turn into her live-in maid, but visiting occasionally to bring her favourite groceries and meals will go a long way.
On that note, does she have a favourite fruit, or scent? Buy her some of those 'bath bubble bombs' or whatever they're called, in that flavour. It will encourage her to want to keep up a basic standard of cleanliness, and is another method of showing you care enough to know the things she likes.
[...]
It is good of you to do this, by the way.
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roses
i always buy them rose stuff when i can help it
stuff that smells like roses i mean
and the flowers too i guess
what are bath bubble bombs
this person likes baths
this sounds like a good idea so where do i get them
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Now, you can find them in that beauty store where we met; they're tightly-packed powder that dissolves once you place them in water. I've tried a few myself and they're rather delightful. I find they cheer me up, anyway.
Not that I'm trying to imply I require cheering up, but I'm sure you know what I mean. They're fun and your friend may enjoy their pleasant simplicity. Besides, everyone enjoys a bath.
[All of that italic text is formatted completely un-ironically, by the way. Tone is important!]
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yeah
okay, i can do that
i'll make dinner or something
food
and then do the bath
that's not expensive or anything but it's still nice
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It sounds like this person is very dear to you, so I'm sure you'll manage to show it. In your own....unique way.
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i mean not when i'm buying it
we never did at my house so i guess i don't really notice that much
i mean until other people point it out
then i start thinking about it
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moonblessing i mean
dragons make chroma like crazy
which in and of itself is one thing
but my special person uh
they
never mind
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you're going to flip your shit at me
and say i'm being crude or indecent or something
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But I will not judge you to your face. It would not befit a noble like myself.
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there
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YOU SAID "MY SPECIAL PERSON WHAT, EXACTLY? COME ON, DRAGON BOY"
THAT'S LITERALLY ASKING FOR DETAILS
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[SHE CAN'T EVEN TYPE IT]
that you engage in adult activities so blatantly! In such language! Say that you spend intimate time together, or that you see a great deal of each other, or SOMETHING! Use your imagination!
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sometimes i hand them a small material object and our fingers brush
and i get a shitload of chroma from it
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