He only got to tell me because he found out my role back during our first week here.
. . . I guess there's a "if someone else knows you have a role and they do too you can actually talk about it, but if not enjoy being physically unable to do anything but grunt for five minutes straight" clause.
I had thought that there were likely people with roles that mirrored mine, since it would be a little unfair for only one team to have a role.
But I could never figure out a way to ask! Anything I tried to say ended up, well... Perhaps I could not ask anything because asking would have betrayed the fact that I had one in the first place.
[Akira cracks an understanding and rueful smile at that]
There's not much we can do, except wait for our Guidance Counselor-- [GESTURES TO SANJI] -- to find us. It sucks.
[but. now that they're all together, things feel just a little less lonely]
. . . I'm Winter's Safety Counselor, by the way. Every week I can pick one person to protect. If that person is targeted, then I can intervene in the-- in the murder.
In the castle, we had two people doing the role I've got now... they're really making me work overtime for this...
[Just some mild grumbling on his part, though given how he offers both of them a spirited grin, he's in a pretty good mood. Yaaaay they found each other!
... Also he's going to get some tea started for them since they finally have a chance to talk. Flayn can take center stage if she likes]
That... That is wonderful. You really are looking out for everyone here.
[she's a little jealous! She wishes she had a protective role.]
...I do whatever is asked of me, I suppose. One week I was able to send a note. [she glances at Akira] And, no - the one you received was not from me. I have been able to... review people, and see their team and who they have spoken to. I do not know if I never found someone with a role, or if that simply is not information I would be given. And I have... Played darts?
...I was told this week that the result might be helpful, but I do not yet know what was meant by that.
...I suppose so... it has been a little different each week.
[Her brow furrows a little - but at Akira's warning, she... winces.]
Ah... if you could refrain from sharing my team with anyone else... I would appreciate it. [...] I do not know if I should say anything - I may have... shared my power and team with a few people yesterday.
[She's waiting for the other shoe to drop in regards to that, honestly.]
[ah-- a flicker of worry does cross his expression at that, but he's quick to reach out to her, to rest a hand against her shoulder to be as comforting as he can]
Hey. . . it's okay. Sanji and I aren't about to share it with anyone.
[sorry Sanji he's speaking for you, but!!]
We wouldn't put anyone in that kind of danger.
[after what happened to Giyuu, he isn't about to put someone not him at risk by outing too much information]
[he'll get back to "which director do you work under" in a minute, he has to soothe her worries first]
[It's alright, Akira gets a pass this one time, and his expression is both gentle and stern in the same light]
My job's not to put anyone in danger, just find everyone with roles and get us together... I'm thinking that'll be our best chances at figuring out what to do in this godforsaken game.
[And accidentally getting one of their members killed? Kinda counter-productive to that cause. Besides, she's a lady, and Sanji will die before he causes her grief]
[he doesn't blame her at all, considering he operates under the same paranoia. his hand falls away from her shoulder, fingers seeking out his pockets]
Since Sanji and I already know, telling us which director you work for shouldn't be an issue. Sanji and I have shared the information with each other, and nothing has happened to us. [he already has a good guess, based on her team] But if you'd rather not push your luck, then you don't have to tell us now.
[he is DYING TO KNOW because he has SO MANY THEORIES he wants to bounce off of the two of them now that they're together, but. . . safety first]
You can double-check with your director to make sure it's okay and tell us then, or just wait until next week. Or keep it to yourself, if you'd like.
But whatever you decide, we're on your side. [nodnods!] And we want to work with and help you as best as we can.
I thought so. Mine does, too. And if it isn't obvious, I'm on Winter's team as well.
[since it's only fair that she get his team when he knows hers]
Up until now, Sanji and I thought each team only had one role. One "counselor" chosen by the team leader. But you're the second role on Winter's team, while we haven't found any on-- [he. stops himself, looking over at Sanji] -- one of the other two teams.
[SORRY SANJI HE ALMOST OUTED YOU. HE'LL LET YOU DO THAT YOURSELF if you wish]
[GIVING AKIRA SUCH A LOOK, he saw you almost mess that up, dude--
But to Flayn he'll raise a hand like a guilty man]
Heart's Career Counselor at your service.
Which means we're missing a counselor and second role from Shadows' team, and then whatever second role is on my shitty team.
[The water is still warming, so Sanji turns around and rests his weight against the counter, arms folded]
So the goal for next week is to find a representative from Shadows'. I got a couple of people on my list already... and, uh. [With a grin] Not gonna lie, I thought you were on Shadows' team, Flayn-chan. That and how you go out of your way to talk to a lot of people is why I picked you.
[she nods to herself. that makes sense from what she's heard so far - members of black shadows' team have been more difficult to find than the others, and akira and sanji are right at the center of a lot of things.
so.]
Oh - I am sorry to have disappointed you...
[she knows it's hard to find shadows team members! she knows...]
I enjoy getting to know the other people here. Who did you have in mind? I can attempt to steer my conversations with them that way.
[he's actually fairly glad to have found a teammate. he likes Winter's people okok!!]
I think Wei Wuxian is next on Sanji's list of people to check. [ah. . .] . . . also, if you ever think that someone might be in danger of being targeted, you can always come to me about it.
[ALSO FROWNING though it's more a concerned side-glance... though he does nod at Flayn all the same]
Him, yeah. Also thinking about checking out Phoenix, or Natalie-chan.
The former's a lot craftier than I gave him credit for, and he's well-respected on top of being pretty initiative. Perfect for a role type.
Natalie-chan... [a pause] She's been through a lot, but she's tough and was more knowledgeable about certain things than I expected... though in her case, it might just be she talks to a lot of people on the side.
[A shrug]
In any case, if at any point you want me to check someone, lemme know and I'll give it some thought.
I have spoken with all three of them before... though we have not really discussed the teams, much. But... I can try.
[...some might be easier than others.
her expression falls a little as she considers natalie, though. she really has been through a lot - it would almost be unfair for natalie to have the weight of a role on her shoulders, too. can't the girl just catch a break?]
I will let both of you know. Although, Akira... [she looks up at him, then at sanji] As Sanji is the only one we know for sure who can identify other roles - I hope that you have been protecting him.
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Do you remember what I told you about the roles in the mansion that could check people each week?
[looking up at Sanji, because that's his secret to share, not Akira's!!]
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[No hesitation. They came here for a reason, after all -- plus Sanji feels bad enough seeing how badly they've startled her in the first place.]
Once I week I can check a person and see their team, who they're talking to, and more importantly, their roles if they got any...
[Super fuckin evasive and there's an apologetic grin, but... surprise.]
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and then she pouts.]
Why were you able to tell someone about it and I was not...? I have been so tired of keeping secrets!
[
this is probably the closest flayn is going to get to whining.]
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He only got to tell me because he found out my role back during our first week here.
. . . I guess there's a "if someone else knows you have a role and they do too you can actually talk about it, but if not enjoy being physically unable to do anything but grunt for five minutes straight" clause.
[he says. so dryly]
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jazz hands]
Ta-da.
[THEY'RE BOTH ROLES]
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[She sighs. Heavily.]
I had thought that there were likely people with roles that mirrored mine, since it would be a little unfair for only one team to have a role.
But I could never figure out a way to ask! Anything I tried to say ended up, well... Perhaps I could not ask anything because asking would have betrayed the fact that I had one in the first place.
[a pause, and her shoulders slump with relief]
I am so glad you found me.
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There's not much we can do, except wait for our Guidance Counselor-- [GESTURES TO SANJI] -- to find us. It sucks.
[but. now that they're all together, things feel just a little less lonely]
. . . I'm Winter's Safety Counselor, by the way. Every week I can pick one person to protect. If that person is targeted, then I can intervene in the-- in the murder.
[HM LET'S NOT ELABORATE ON THAT]
What does the Wicket do?
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[Just some mild grumbling on his part, though given how he offers both of them a spirited grin, he's in a pretty good mood. Yaaaay they found each other!
... Also he's going to get some tea started for them since they finally have a chance to talk. Flayn can take center stage if she likes]
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That... That is wonderful. You really are looking out for everyone here.
[she's a little jealous! She wishes she had a protective role.]
...I do whatever is asked of me, I suppose. One week I was able to send a note. [she glances at Akira] And, no - the one you received was not from me. I have been able to... review people, and see their team and who they have spoken to. I do not know if I never found someone with a role, or if that simply is not information I would be given. And I have... Played darts?
...I was told this week that the result might be helpful, but I do not yet know what was meant by that.
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. . . huh. A jack of all trades kind of role?
[giving Sanji a curious glance, but he shrugs]
Thanks to Sanji, we both know your team-- so be careful about sharing it. Which director do you work under?
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Giving Flayn an inquisitive look because that is quite a role to have, but he nods along.
For now, he's got nothing to say, and just lets Akira do the questioning.]
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[Her brow furrows a little - but at Akira's warning, she... winces.]
Ah... if you could refrain from sharing my team with anyone else... I would appreciate it. [...] I do not know if I should say anything - I may have... shared my power and team with a few people yesterday.
[She's waiting for the other shoe to drop in regards to that, honestly.]
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Hey. . . it's okay. Sanji and I aren't about to share it with anyone.
[sorry Sanji he's speaking for you, but!!]
We wouldn't put anyone in that kind of danger.
[after what happened to Giyuu, he isn't about to put someone not him at risk by outing too much information]
[he'll get back to "which director do you work under" in a minute, he has to soothe her worries first]
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[It's alright, Akira gets a pass this one time, and his expression is both gentle and stern in the same light]
My job's not to put anyone in danger, just find everyone with roles and get us together... I'm thinking that'll be our best chances at figuring out what to do in this godforsaken game.
[And accidentally getting one of their members killed? Kinda counter-productive to that cause. Besides, she's a lady, and Sanji will die before he causes her grief]
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[...]
It is only that I had a need to share more than I normally do, so... it is better to be cautious.
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[he doesn't blame her at all, considering he operates under the same paranoia. his hand falls away from her shoulder, fingers seeking out his pockets]
Since Sanji and I already know, telling us which director you work for shouldn't be an issue. Sanji and I have shared the information with each other, and nothing has happened to us. [he already has a good guess, based on her team] But if you'd rather not push your luck, then you don't have to tell us now.
[he is DYING TO KNOW because he has SO MANY THEORIES he wants to bounce off of the two of them now that they're together, but. . . safety first]
You can double-check with your director to make sure it's okay and tell us then, or just wait until next week. Or keep it to yourself, if you'd like.
But whatever you decide, we're on your side. [nodnods!] And we want to work with and help you as best as we can.
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[Shaking his head while filling the kettle up with water]
I leave all the grand-ass speeches to him, but...
[Flashing her a smile]
We do mean it. Let us know if there's any way we can make our role easier. Heck, the brat and I usually coordinate so we cover more ground.
Less weeks wasted that way.
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[well... they know more about how sharing information regarding the roles works than she does, so. she'll take their word for it.]
If it has been safe for you so far, then it is probably okay... [well. here goes!] My role works for Winter Wizard.
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I thought so. Mine does, too. And if it isn't obvious, I'm on Winter's team as well.
[since it's only fair that she get his team when he knows hers]
Up until now, Sanji and I thought each team only had one role. One "counselor" chosen by the team leader. But you're the second role on Winter's team, while we haven't found any on-- [he. stops himself, looking over at Sanji] -- one of the other two teams.
[SORRY SANJI HE ALMOST OUTED YOU. HE'LL LET YOU DO THAT YOURSELF if you wish]
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But to Flayn he'll raise a hand like a guilty man]
Heart's Career Counselor at your service.
Which means we're missing a counselor and second role from Shadows' team, and then whatever second role is on my shitty team.
[The water is still warming, so Sanji turns around and rests his weight against the counter, arms folded]
So the goal for next week is to find a representative from Shadows'. I got a couple of people on my list already... and, uh. [With a grin] Not gonna lie, I thought you were on Shadows' team, Flayn-chan. That and how you go out of your way to talk to a lot of people is why I picked you.
[So maybe Sanji is sneaky. Maybe.]
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so.]
Oh - I am sorry to have disappointed you...
[she knows it's hard to find shadows team members! she knows...]
I enjoy getting to know the other people here. Who did you have in mind? I can attempt to steer my conversations with them that way.
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You didn't disappoint us.
[he's actually fairly glad to have found a teammate. he likes Winter's people okok!!]
I think Wei Wuxian is next on Sanji's list of people to check. [ah. . .] . . . also, if you ever think that someone might be in danger of being targeted, you can always come to me about it.
Just make sure to do it by Monday.
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Him, yeah. Also thinking about checking out Phoenix, or Natalie-chan.
The former's a lot craftier than I gave him credit for, and he's well-respected on top of being pretty initiative. Perfect for a role type.
Natalie-chan... [a pause] She's been through a lot, but she's tough and was more knowledgeable about certain things than I expected... though in her case, it might just be she talks to a lot of people on the side.
[A shrug]
In any case, if at any point you want me to check someone, lemme know and I'll give it some thought.
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[...some might be easier than others.
her expression falls a little as she considers natalie, though. she really has been through a lot - it would almost be unfair for natalie to have the weight of a role on her shoulders, too. can't the girl just catch a break?]
I will let both of you know. Although, Akira... [she looks up at him, then at sanji] As Sanji is the only one we know for sure who can identify other roles - I hope that you have been protecting him.
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[slowly turns towards Sanji to give him a pointed look. SEE, SANJI? HE'S NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO THINKS THAT!!!]
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