[It was only a matter of time before this happened. Sephiroth opts for voice — text is too impersonal for this, and video reveals too much. He’s prefer to hear intonation, for what little it might reveal for a man like Genesis.
And for a man like Sephiroth, to boot.]
Do you think you could avoid me forever, Genesis?
[Oh, he had seen him during all that mess with the kidnapped and the cultists wanting to use them as blood sacrifices. It isn’t a face he’d mistake anywhere, even if it had been fleeting in the chaos.]
[ Well, he certainly was right to pick voice. Genesis would have replied with one if Sephiroth were to just send him a text message. When he replies, it sounds pretty clear that he had taken his time to calm down, think about a proper response.
His voice comes through measured and almost formal in tone. ]
I was sure we would get into contact one way or another. Though I thought it was better to stay out of your life.
[ It still lingered in his mind: the memory of Nibelheim, the confrontation, being told to rot. After years of mulling over this, giving up completely once all hope for a cure or for comrades were lost, deciding to just pick on Zack just to lead him to a final battle in Banora... it was difficult seeing Sephiroth's face all of a sudden during the siege upon the cultists. ]
[He doesn't know what to do with a reply like that, a statement that he didn't expect from Genesis whose actions, insofar as he remembers, had done very little to incite such a sentiment.
Were he the sort to freely scoff, Sephiroth would've done it. But the audio picks up no such sound.]
Since when has that been a concern of yours? With all you've done on Gaia, you know that Shinra and SOLDIER alike would be hounding your every step.
[And by proxy, Sephiroth's involvement was assured. It already had been.]
Isn’t it so? Just thought to try a new style. As I thought, it doesn’t suit me, huh?
[ A little bitterness in their humor, though that’s very much directed to himself. Anyway, he’s feeling cautious. Sephiroth doesn’t seem to have been the one from the Nibelheim incident... and from the way he spoke, it seemed as if he was still very much the 1st Class hero of Shinra he was groomed to be. ]
Say, you’ve always been a man with a sharp mind—what’s the last you remember of me?
[ If his hypothesis is right, he and Sephiroth must be from different times. ]
[His hypothesis is indeed very correct, and one shared with the rest of those he's spoken with from Gaia, even if Sephiroth is unaware of just what awaits him in the future.
Even so. A part of him is unwilling to let Genesis lead the conversation as he sees fit, dismissing his statement with the reply of a "new style", and so the SOLDIER takes hold of the reins, reflecting an assumption back.]
Why? Are you under the impression our timelines don't match?
[Given the rest he's spoken to... well. Not his first rodeo with this in particular.]
[ Genesis answers curtly. That’s exactly it. Well, seems as if he isn’t here to play nice at least. He might as well just give him what he wants. He isn’t interested in picking fights. Not anymore. ]
I am perfectly fine! Thank you![She let out a little embarrassed huff at that, then whined.] I don't recall you having anything this bad though. How did you manage!?
I had ears, a tail, and somehow I let off a musk that attracted people to me, but that didn’t bother me that much. Tell me, Hana, how is it affecting you?
Trust me, I was plenty attracted to you. I figured that out. This is different. Just... it's different. [So embarrassed. Should not have called. Bad thinking on her part.]
[ Well, Genesis knew Hana was attracted to him. Well, why else would she have kissed him back when they first met on the beach. But... he doesn't get what she's getting at. ]
[ She nearly drops her communicator as it starts. Lots of fumbling follows and Gwenhwyfar's soft voice speaks. ]
Thank you, Genesis- for the food, that is.
[ She's so glad he can't see how pink she is. ]
I... really enjoyed your company. You're a kind man -- too kind to someone like me. I really like your company. [ She's a mess, nearly stuttering in her voice. ]
I- I hope that I can have more of it if you are ever lonely. I just- [ Internal screaming. ] I am grateful.
[ Well, this was a surprise. Considering that the last call he got was a very tense experience, hearing Gwen's voice message left him feeling very warm, the memory of their breakfast very fresh in his mind.
Kind...
He's never really heard that about himself. And as he hears more about what Gwenhwyfar thought of him he turns a bit pink himself. That... was pretty surprising but... ]
Well, I'm grateful for your message, dear Gwenhwyfar. It really warmed me to hear that from you. I don't really do much nowadays, so company is always welcome. Perhaps we could spend time together somewhere?
[ Well, this was surprising. If he was younger, Genesis might have considered it typical and hammed it up... just flirting at full force. But the way that he is now, a lot more broken and jaded, he's... feeling maybe a bit conflicted.
On the one hand, he feels like he doesn't deserve such attention. But on the other... it's been a while since he's really felt good about himself. ]
And what are your thoughts on me, dear Gwenhwyfar?
Naturally, she keeps any sordid thoughts to herself. They're unavoidable to her, now that she feels more comfortable in her own skin to entertain the notion of intimacy. While Gwenhwyfar is mildly regretting spilling that confession. ]
I feel like.. I'm undeserving of your kindness. You seem rather distant, I can't quite put my finger on it. Soft. As if you need a friend. A little melancholy in those blue eyes. My wish is to know you better... maybe be someone to ease your worries. Charm is always attractive in a man.
[ There isn't an easy way for her to confess a crush. ]
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And for a man like Sephiroth, to boot.]
Do you think you could avoid me forever, Genesis?
[Oh, he had seen him during all that mess with the kidnapped and the cultists wanting to use them as blood sacrifices. It isn’t a face he’d mistake anywhere, even if it had been fleeting in the chaos.]
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His voice comes through measured and almost formal in tone. ]
I was sure we would get into contact one way or another. Though I thought it was better to stay out of your life.
[ It still lingered in his mind: the memory of Nibelheim, the confrontation, being told to rot. After years of mulling over this, giving up completely once all hope for a cure or for comrades were lost, deciding to just pick on Zack just to lead him to a final battle in Banora... it was difficult seeing Sephiroth's face all of a sudden during the siege upon the cultists. ]
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Were he the sort to freely scoff, Sephiroth would've done it. But the audio picks up no such sound.]
Since when has that been a concern of yours? With all you've done on Gaia, you know that Shinra and SOLDIER alike would be hounding your every step.
[And by proxy, Sephiroth's involvement was assured. It already had been.]
Keeping a low profile's never suited you before.
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[ A little bitterness in their humor, though that’s very much directed to himself. Anyway, he’s feeling cautious. Sephiroth doesn’t seem to have been the one from the Nibelheim incident... and from the way he spoke, it seemed as if he was still very much the 1st Class hero of Shinra he was groomed to be. ]
Say, you’ve always been a man with a sharp mind—what’s the last you remember of me?
[ If his hypothesis is right, he and Sephiroth must be from different times. ]
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Even so. A part of him is unwilling to let Genesis lead the conversation as he sees fit, dismissing his statement with the reply of a "new style", and so the SOLDIER takes hold of the reins, reflecting an assumption back.]
Why? Are you under the impression our timelines don't match?
[Given the rest he's spoken to... well. Not his first rodeo with this in particular.]
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[ Genesis answers curtly. That’s exactly it. Well, seems as if he isn’t here to play nice at least. He might as well just give him what he wants. He isn’t interested in picking fights. Not anymore. ]
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And if I said Nibelheim to you, would that mean anything?
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[Once again, the answer comes curtly. No fanfare.]
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Then you have your answer. My last recollection is having arrived at my next mission, in pursuit of rumors that you were spotted nearby.
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sorry for the wait! Busy week.
no worries! i am obviously in the same boat lol
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Hey. What are you doing?
Where are you right now?
No, wait, don't tell me.
It's fine.
I'm fine.
How are you?
Are you okay?
What are you doing right now?
You should come over.
Wait, NO, you should absolutely not.
You know
Ignore all this.
[It all came in very fast succession, only to be followed by a call. A very uncomfortable voice on the other end.]
I have a tail. And ears!. I'm sorry for chuckling at you for this.
Voice!
Well, looks like the moon’s dealt revenge on my behalf. You seemed distressed over text. Are you alright?
[ His voice is calm, totally contrasting with her discomfort. ]
Voice!
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[ He sounds concerned. ]
I had ears, a tail, and somehow I let off a musk that attracted people to me, but that didn’t bother me that much. Tell me, Hana, how is it affecting you?
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... are you sure you don't want me to come over?
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[But as he said that's he whined, biting back a yes. Yes she wanted him to come over.]
That might be a bad idea. I mean yes, I want you to, but it might be a bad idea. Oh gosh, I shouldn't have called. I wasn't thinking.
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[Short, curt, and matter-of-factly. She seemed distressed, and he'd rather help her than leave her to deal with it on her own.]
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Thank you, Genesis- for the food, that is.
[ She's so glad he can't see how pink she is. ]
I... really enjoyed your company. You're a kind man -- too kind to someone like me. I really like your company. [ She's a mess, nearly stuttering in her voice. ]
I- I hope that I can have more of it if you are ever lonely. I just- [ Internal screaming. ] I am grateful.
[ WHAT ARE EMOTIONS. ]
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Kind...
He's never really heard that about himself. And as he hears more about what Gwenhwyfar thought of him he turns a bit pink himself. That... was pretty surprising but... ]
Well, I'm grateful for your message, dear Gwenhwyfar. It really warmed me to hear that from you. I don't really do much nowadays, so company is always welcome. Perhaps we could spend time together somewhere?
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And he will meet with her?! ]
Really?
[ MUST MAINTAIN COOL. ]
I mean... at your convenience, Genesis. You just have been in my thoughts quite a bit.
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[ Well, this was surprising. If he was younger, Genesis might have considered it typical and hammed it up... just flirting at full force. But the way that he is now, a lot more broken and jaded, he's... feeling maybe a bit conflicted.
On the one hand, he feels like he doesn't deserve such attention. But on the other... it's been a while since he's really felt good about himself. ]
And what are your thoughts on me, dear Gwenhwyfar?
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Naturally, she keeps any sordid thoughts to herself. They're unavoidable to her, now that she feels more comfortable in her own skin to entertain the notion of intimacy. While Gwenhwyfar is mildly regretting spilling that confession. ]
I feel like.. I'm undeserving of your kindness. You seem rather distant, I can't quite put my finger on it. Soft. As if you need a friend. A little melancholy in those blue eyes. My wish is to know you better... maybe be someone to ease your worries. Charm is always attractive in a man.
[ There isn't an easy way for her to confess a crush. ]
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My lady seems to have quite the intuition.
[ He's not too surprised that someone saw melancholy in his eyes though. ]
Well, how would you wish we get to know each other better? Would you like me to take you out sometime, perhaps?
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[ Naturally, Gwenhwyfar begs to differ on that and of course, she's about to protest being referred to "my lady". ]
I mean, if it is no inconvenience to you, then yes?
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[ He's a little sheepish with that admission. ]
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