When our graciously nimble host [who is over there being all goofy about it] interviewed us on arrival, he repeated some of the traits I listed back to me. It was something like, "you like an interesting woman who wants you to be yourself and doesn't get tired of being around you, who will fight for your time and wants to travel with you."
[It wasn't "something like" that, but Furina is being a little flippant.]
I clarified my preferences with him like I did the rest of you last night. We had a minor misunderstanding. [Ahem... She will breeze past that part, as it's water under the bridge!] I might not only be interested in women, but I like them more, so I'll be starting there.
Yes, I thought it was very clever myself. Though if I'm honest, there are still gentlemen I'd like to know a little better, if they'll still have my company.
[She doesn't want to write off or be written off by any of them just yet; her words do come out sounding a little worried.]
As for the rest, I thought I'd choose... based on who might be most likely to fit those other criteria.
I think the way you phrased it is fine. It's not entirely ruling out men, though do those guidelines, so to speak, apply to anyone of either gender? Traveling with you and all of that.
[ If the guys get offended, that's their problem! ]
That part isn't any different, no matter who it is.
I have no way of knowing what else they were taking into account when they made my match, but I'd like to be with someone who will learn about the world alongside me, even if they can't come all the time. [Or maybe even teach her... or even stand beside her as she takes it all in.]
I don't know if she wants me to be myself for any reason other than teasing me.
[They've never been in a position to find out if Yingying will keep pushing even Furina is clearly at her heckling limit, and for some reason, Furina is not exactly jumping to find that out.]
... But I imagine it's been difficult for her to travel before, due to her responsibilities.
[Maya's words send a tiny electric jolt through her. Yingying being unable to leave her guardianship even for a short while... she'd already noticed that when Yingying had talked about the Wisteria, hadn't she?]
I'd hate to have you trying to run me down for an exclusive interview, Miss Maya. You see things very clearly. I'll think about what you've said.
Misdirection must not work on you for long, either. I bet a magician hates to see you coming.
[She'd get along so well with Charlotte...too well. They can't possibly be allowed to meet.]
Hehe, I've had plenty of titles, but never a nickname like that. [Especially not, she means, one that felt like it was poking fun at her in a way that hadn't yet been outlawed.]
Hm... [Well, it does bring back certain memories, but what else has she wanted besides a fresh beginning, once she has fully unbound herself from the past?]
I don't believe it does. But this is just a privilege, so don't get publishing it, all right?
[Don't worry! It's all been sorted. As if to make this very clear, Furina waves her hand the same way she would when getting her cast and crew to scatter to their assorted starting marks.]
...It's a little awkward since she's the one asking, but I was considering Miss Maya. I know Ringo's left a very good first impression on all of us here, but if I had my chance
Beyond that... I suppose I've secured a topic of discussion for our soirees next week. [Mumbling now:] I had some very good kisses, but I suppose that won't be enough based on what we now know.
Excellent! [ Clapping his hands together in approval. ] Wonderful choices, of course. It certainly helps that you have a specific type in mind. Even if it can cause minor misunderstandings.
[ Hehehe. Sorry not sorry, he can't help poking fun just a lil bit. Anyway -- ]
It may be best to prepare more options just in case, however. As you mentioned, their personalities have been attractive to all. Have any of the others caught your eye in that regard? Hm ... [ Running through the roster in his head and taking a stab. ] Miss Yingying, for example?
[Furina's hand goes to the strand of hair tucked just behind her ear.]
Miss Yingying is gloriously lovely, but I think she just likes to tease me. I don't know if I could handle being so relentlessly mocked without invoking some wrath.
[She can't be convinced that Yingying feels any actual interest or attraction to her beyond the kind that's trying to get whatever amusement or reaction out of her that it can.]
Besides, I don't know if she'd like to see more of the world the same way I'd like to. She cares greatly for her wisteria. [FURINA LISTENED...even if she might not have drawn the correct conclusion.]
[ Rom nods along placidly, but his gaze does flicker towards Yingying's general direction for a moment. Not in, like, a bad or cautious way. Just ... a way.
He still doesn't really understand everything surrounding her [redcated], but he can imagine that tree plays a part in it. ]
Understandable. I'm sure your wrath is fearsome indeed. Haha.
[ Was he being sarcastic with that? Maybe! Before she can protest it, moving right along -- ]
He dangles a topic that has all the distracting power of a carrot (or a carrot cake) in front of her, but Furina hasn't forgotten.
Somewhat recalcitrantly, as her gaze shifts sideways, she replies:]
Ahem. I suppose...she is a very talented kisser, and there are things we'd be able to enjoy doing together. To truly know what she's looking for, I'd have to get to know her a little better.
[Furina's a little pink, realizing she's saying this, having already had her tongue in her mouth.]
[ Awwwwww come on Miss Furina, let's not dwell on that! Let bygones be bygones!
Especially when she's being so obvious in her reactions. How nice. ]
Of course. It's strange to think we've only known each other for days, and yet we're being asked to make these decisions, isn't it. Haha. [ No humor in that laugh. ] I'm sure we'll get to know each other much better over the following weeks. But in the meantime, it sounds like she'll serve as a fine third candidate, no?
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[It wasn't "something like" that, but Furina is being a little flippant.]
I clarified my preferences with him like I did the rest of you last night. We had a minor misunderstanding. [Ahem... She will breeze past that part, as it's water under the bridge!] I might not only be interested in women, but I like them more, so I'll be starting there.
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[ Thankfully. ]
MY HTMLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL AAAAAAGH all because i added something last minute
[She doesn't want to write off or be written off by any of them just yet; her words do come out sounding a little worried.]
As for the rest, I thought I'd choose... based on who might be most likely to fit those other criteria.
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[ If the guys get offended, that's their problem! ]
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I have no way of knowing what else they were taking into account when they made my match, but I'd like to be with someone who will learn about the world alongside me, even if they can't come all the time. [Or maybe even teach her... or even stand beside her as she takes it all in.]
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[ Hm. ]
Maybe me and Ringo... but I think also Yingying? From what she told me, she hasn't ever really had this kind of freedom before.
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[They've never been in a position to find out if Yingying will keep pushing even Furina is clearly at her heckling limit, and for some reason, Furina is not exactly jumping to find that out.]
... But I imagine it's been difficult for her to travel before, due to her responsibilities.
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And I think with your keen gaze and attentiveness, you might be able to see past it.
But in the end, it's also up to you what you want to press harder for and what you don't. We all have that right.
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[Maya's words send a tiny electric jolt through her. Yingying being unable to leave her guardianship even for a short while... she'd already noticed that when Yingying had talked about the Wisteria, hadn't she?]
I'd hate to have you trying to run me down for an exclusive interview, Miss Maya. You see things very clearly. I'll think about what you've said.
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[ With a smile. ]
But thanks, Furi.
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[She'd get along so well with Charlotte...too well. They can't possibly be allowed to meet.]
Hehe, I've had plenty of titles, but never a nickname like that. [Especially not, she means, one that felt like it was poking fun at her in a way that hadn't yet been outlawed.]
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[ Maybe she should have thought to ask first. ]
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I don't believe it does. But this is just a privilege, so don't get publishing it, all right?
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[ No nicknames to be found! ]
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[ Just. Repeating that blandly. One can't help being curious ... but okay. ]
That does feel like quite a specific description, though. Did anyone come to mind just now as you were speaking just now?
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[Don't worry! It's all been sorted. As if to make this very clear, Furina waves her hand the same way she would when getting her cast and crew to scatter to their assorted starting marks.]
...It's a little awkward since she's the one asking, but I was considering Miss Maya. I know Ringo's left a very good first impression on all of us here, but if I had my chance
Beyond that... I suppose I've secured a topic of discussion for our soirees next week. [Mumbling now:] I had some very good kisses, but I suppose that won't be enough based on what we now know.
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[ Hehehe. Sorry not sorry, he can't help poking fun just a lil bit. Anyway -- ]
It may be best to prepare more options just in case, however. As you mentioned, their personalities have been attractive to all. Have any of the others caught your eye in that regard? Hm ... [ Running through the roster in his head and taking a stab. ] Miss Yingying, for example?
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Miss Yingying is gloriously lovely, but I think she just likes to tease me. I don't know if I could handle being so relentlessly mocked without invoking some wrath.
[She can't be convinced that Yingying feels any actual interest or attraction to her beyond the kind that's trying to get whatever amusement or reaction out of her that it can.]
Besides, I don't know if she'd like to see more of the world the same way I'd like to. She cares greatly for her wisteria. [FURINA LISTENED...even if she might not have drawn the correct conclusion.]
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He still doesn't really understand everything surrounding her [redcated], but he can imagine that tree plays a part in it. ]
Understandable. I'm sure your wrath is fearsome indeed. Haha.
[ Was he being sarcastic with that? Maybe! Before she can protest it, moving right along -- ]
Miss Serpilia then, perhaps?
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He dangles a topic that has all the distracting power of a carrot (or a carrot cake) in front of her, but Furina hasn't forgotten.
Somewhat recalcitrantly, as her gaze shifts sideways, she replies:]
Ahem. I suppose...she is a very talented kisser, and there are things we'd be able to enjoy doing together. To truly know what she's looking for, I'd have to get to know her a little better.
[Furina's a little pink, realizing she's saying this, having already had her tongue in her mouth.]
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Especially when she's being so obvious in her reactions. How nice. ]
Of course. It's strange to think we've only known each other for days, and yet we're being asked to make these decisions, isn't it. Haha. [ No humor in that laugh. ] I'm sure we'll get to know each other much better over the following weeks. But in the meantime, it sounds like she'll serve as a fine third candidate, no?