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[unholy_rebirth]

[When Thereth turns on the camera, it's a little bit too close to her large face. A nose and a mouth is all that can be seen. She moves it further back, then leans further back, to get herself more properly into frame. Her face is more calm than it has been in a while, although there is something subdued about her smile. But at least she's smiling, right? It seems that her mission did help her out.]

Hello, Exsilium. The past...month or so...was somewhat difficult for me. I am feeling better now, but I apologize for any terseness on my part.

But I did think of a conversation topic for you.

[She hesitates, but then goes through with it, smiling sadly.]

What do you like least about yourself?

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[transgressed]

[Whoa, that sure is a talking something-or-the-other. She's mostly used to this by now, but sometimes someone comes around and startles her.

She's kicked back in a chair at the Nora, her legs crossed on a table.]

This some sort of therapy session? The answer's nothing. I'm pretty great, if I say so myself.

[what a huge liar.]

That said, never seen much point in dwelling on the parts you hate about yourself. Better to focus on other things.

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[unholy_rebirth]

[Moo :D ]

Perhaps we focus on them so that we may fix them.

But I suppose that if you are great, you would not need to do such a thing...[ :P ]

[transgressed]

'Course not.

Why are you asking? It's just on your mind, or did something happen?

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[onehundredswords]

Hm...I worry sometimes I'm too great, an' everyone else is so jealous, I find it hard to make friends.

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[unholy_rebirth]

Oh, dear. That must be very difficult for you.

[onehundredswords]

What can I say? Life's just full of struggles.

But I get by; I'm a trooper.

[A nod.]

Now you!

[unholy_rebirth]

Me? [INNOCENT :D ]

[onehundredswords]

I'd to muster up a lotta courage to speak that sorta negativity about myself.

It's only polite you do the same, stranger. Misery loves company as they say.

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[unmoving_library]

That's a rather dark way to start a conversation, isn't it?

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[unholy_rebirth]

The darkness does not disappear when we don't speak of it. [So they might as well.]

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[diedahero]

[Talking cow. That's new.]

Mister cow that's a weird question.

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[unholy_rebirth]

[She laughs a little bit, surprised.]

Miss cow. Do I look that manly? [Not offended, though. Cause he is cute. :D ]

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[diedahero]

[His expression jumps to surprise and then becomes apologetic. That was a terrible mistake to make!]

Oh sorry! I can't tell sometimes. Some boys look like girls an' some girls look like boys here. [And he couldn't tell the difference between cows to start with.]

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[unholy_rebirth]

[cuuuuute. It's nice to be able to enjoy cuties again.]

That's alright, dearest. Many people here have not met a Tauren before.

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[diedahero]

Tau-ren? So you're not a cow? [But she looks like a cow. Well. Kind of.]

[unholy_rebirth]

[She chuckles gently.]

Do you know many talking cows?

[diedahero]

No. All the cows I met before only made noise. Like... mmmmmoooooo.

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[musclebeast]

That's quite personal of a question.

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[unholy_rebirth]

You do not have to answer it.

But perhaps speaking about it might help someone.

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[musclebeast]

I don't understand what would bring you to ask such a thing of the transports here. Don't you realize how disrespectful it is?

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[unholy_rebirth]

[Disrespectful? Of all the possible objections to her question, that wasn't one she was expecting.]

I'm afraid that I don't. Perhaps you could assist me.

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[musclebeast]

With what.

[unholy_rebirth]

Understanding how it is disrespectful. [Her tone is pretty earnest. She's genuinely curious.]

[musclebeast]

Because some people take pride in their secrets. Personal information can be extremely important and having people prod at you and look into the fine details in your existence could be quite the anxiety boost.

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[highfrequency]

I think everyone has things about themselves they'd like to change. Nobody's perfect. That's what makes us human.

Or...er....

[Human or..... He's not sure how to finish this thought so he just drifts off into an awkward silence.]

[unholy_rebirth]

[omg Raiden. It's ok, Thereth has a good sense of humor. She laughs a little.]

That is true. But that doesn't mean we should not speak about it. Does it?

I am simply curious.

[boundbyheart]

My lack of freedom.

[unholy_rebirth]

[Thoughtful.] Something easily changed.

[boundbyheart]

You would think that.

[unholy_rebirth]

More easy than an inherent undesirable quality, in any case. [Not that she's talking about herself or anything.]

Are you speaking about freedom from the Initiative? Or perhaps there is something else?

[boundbyheart]

How do you know it's not inherent?

I'm talking freedom in general. To owe no one, to be bound to no one.

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[mentalisolate]

[...oh.]

Hello, I'm Charles, and...I'm aware we've not met before just now but if you'd like someone to talk to I've time to listen, and what is supposedly a magical teapot. Tea and conversation?

[unholy_rebirth]

[!!! Friendly stranger? She is surprised, but definitely ok with this. :D ]

I do like tea and conversation...well met, Charles. I am called Thereth.

How is your teapot magical?

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[pabulously]

You're sure fond of gloomy topics. I don't think I approve.

[You're adorable, Thereth, and he wants you to be happy!]

[unholy_rebirth]

Oh, Bolin...

[SHE FEELS BAD FOR BEING SUCH A GRUMP.]

[pabulously]

Now come on! Tell me something happy. There has to be something that makes you happy.

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[pactfulfilled]

I'm really sorry to hear that. But I'm glad you're doing better now.

[Asbel smiles softly.]

And that's...hmm... To be honest, even now I have so many regrets. I think I've learned to move past many of them, and to start looking forward, but there are still times when I wonder if I'll be able to accomplish what I've set out to do. So I guess, it's that feeling of weakness that I like the least about myself. At the same time, though, knowing that I'm weak is one of the reasons I continue working to become stronger.

[unholy_rebirth]

Thank you. [O a cutie. :D Thereth likes cuties. She becomes quiet as he answers her question, though, and looks thoughtful for a time. She's a little impressed by that answer, honestly.]

You seem very strong to me.

[pactfulfilled]

No problem. [This one's oblivious to his apparent status as a cutie.]

And I suppose I have come a long way from where I started, at least. But I don't really feel like I'm particularly strong.

So, why do you ask? Are you having trouble with something?

[Vidya]

[mach_n_roll]

Great to hear, Thereth! It must'a been the change of scenery or somethin' am I right?

[unholy_rebirth]

Yes. [TOTALLY THAT AND NOT THE KILLING SHE DID. DEFINITELY. DON'T EVER THINK DIFFERENTLY, SONIC.] But it is nice to be back with you.

[mach_n_roll]

Heh, aww, shucks... [He waves that down, but one could swear he's blushing a little at that.] So, uh, you're back huh? I kept everything the way you left it!

[Mess and all.]