There are some people out there who have truly met misfortune. In light of that, what has happened to us seems... well, a little less terrible.
[ being broke doesn't quite compare to losing all your loved ones and world, but at least they're still able to do things like this. on some level, siegfried probably realizes he was scammed, but played along just in case the man's story actually was true. ]
Oh? Are you certain? Hm... it seems a bit improper for a maiden to dirty their hands like this, but I'll happily accept your aid.
[ but... he'll hand her his helmet, which he's still been sort of awkwardly carrying along. ]
Please, use this to dig. [ it'll take him forever to get the sand out but... chivalry!!! ]
[ attached: a selfie of JJ wearing the... vest(???), and the bow is ofc tied neatly around his collar. he's also winking and making a J with his free hand because i hate everything ]
[ he still doesn't really know how to properly use his device to communicate with others...
so he just kind of stares at the picture for a while. at least he's wearing it? yeah, that's really all that matters here. he might try to mimic jj's hand gesture himself while he's at it, trying to figure out exactly what that's supposed to mean.
[ She nods solemnly—being broke is a truly harrowing experience. Why, she never had to even think about money at all before arriving here—she just bought whatever she pleased and her parents' creditor took care of it all! Now... she finds herself quickly running out of coin and wondering where it all went when she does.
It doesn't occur to her whatsoever that maybe she shouldn't spend it just like she used to. ]
Nonsense! I am not a maiden so easily put off by a bit of sand! I insist.
[ At least she's willing to put in the work. She uses his helmet to scoop up chunks of sand—it's a little awkward, but she's doing it with gusto. Soon enough, there's a little mountain of sand next to her.
Eventually, her (his?) helmet hits something that isn't sand. ]
[ In a feverish haze, and concerned for his own mortality, JJ probably should have his phone access taken away. The hour is late, and the screen is hurting his eyes, making his already crappy headache worse, so he hits the call button and sets his phone on his chest.
[ it's been some time since his arrival now, and siegfried has slowly and meticulously learned how to... turn it on? push buttons?
okay he really doesn't know how to use this thing, but some people have instructed him on the basics. so he at least knows how to hold it up and... talk into it... ]
[ her own enthusiasm is rather infectious, as siegfried begins digging with renewed fervor as well. he's not entirely sure this is the correct spot, so he occasionally glances around to make sure no one is objecting to them doing this.
but... so far, it seems like no one really cares. until the sand of metal hitting metal, anyway. ]
It can't be... you truly found something?
[ it's not that he didn't trust the map, but... well, maybe deep down, he truly didn't believe it would yield results. siegfried moves over, clearing the sand around the object and... discovering that they've found a small chest.
it's rather ornately decorated, despite its small stature. ]
It sounds fake, right? It actually sounds crazy. [ JJ sounds a little crazy himself tbh. ] But you know what, everything about this is crazy. And what if it's true? What if it never goes away or—
[ He cuts himself off, all the talk about death starting to freak him out. Never mind that he'd been the one to bring it up. ]
In times like this, it's important to remain calm. I've heard nothing about anyone dying due to sickness. And as far as I can tell, everyone is cooperating to try to discern just what has happened, and why. [ and most importantly, don't bang anyone out of weird desperation. ]
If nothing else, have faith in the people supporting you.
[ Well, it's hard to panic when Siegfried is speaking so calmly. JJ brings his phone closer to his head, as if he could absorb some of that attitude just through proximity. ]
Yeah... [ It's a nicer idea to latch onto at least, even if JJ can't entirely shake the feeling that it's more serious than just a cold. ] Having the flu sucks, but it's just a minor inconvenience. Even if it's a magic flu, if it were deadly, something would've happened by now.
Indeed. I'm glad you seem to be feeling a bit calmer.
Perhaps a walk outside would improve your mood? [ maybe not what sick people should be doing, but siegfried's never been the type to be able to stand remaining cooped up inside. ] I could accompany you to make sure nothing happens.
[ Siegfried is talking JJ's language now: he hates staying inside for extended periods of time. The bedrest is killing him just as much as the sickness. ]
I'd love to go outside... And see the moon. [ ??? He's loopy. ] It's late though...
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There are some people out there who have truly met misfortune. In light of that, what has happened to us seems... well, a little less terrible.
[ being broke doesn't quite compare to losing all your loved ones and world, but at least they're still able to do things like this. on some level, siegfried probably realizes he was scammed, but played along just in case the man's story actually was true. ]
Oh? Are you certain? Hm... it seems a bit improper for a maiden to dirty their hands like this, but I'll happily accept your aid.
[ but... he'll hand her his helmet, which he's still been sort of awkwardly carrying along. ]
Please, use this to dig. [ it'll take him forever to get the sand out but... chivalry!!! ]
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thank you!!
you're hilarious!
[ he doesn't know what it is ]
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so he just kind of stares at the picture for a while. at least he's wearing it? yeah, that's really all that matters here. he might try to mimic jj's hand gesture himself while he's at it, trying to figure out exactly what that's supposed to mean.
nope... doesn't get it. ]
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It doesn't occur to her whatsoever that maybe she shouldn't spend it just like she used to. ]
Nonsense! I am not a maiden so easily put off by a bit of sand! I insist.
[ At least she's willing to put in the work. She uses his helmet to scoop up chunks of sand—it's a little awkward, but she's doing it with gusto. Soon enough, there's a little mountain of sand next to her.
Eventually, her (his?) helmet hits something that isn't sand. ]
Oh! What's this?
( audio ) from: °˖✧♔KING JJ♔✧˖°
He doesn't bother with greetings - ]
Can I ask you a question?
voice;
okay he really doesn't know how to use this thing, but some people have instructed him on the basics. so he at least knows how to hold it up and... talk into it... ]
Yes? This is... JJ, correct?
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Are you married?
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[ he has no idea where it came from, but even so: ]
No, I'm afraid I am not.
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[ That's ok, Seigfried. You don't have to conform to societal expectations of relationships and marriage. ]
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but... so far, it seems like no one really cares. until the sand of metal hitting metal, anyway. ]
It can't be... you truly found something?
[ it's not that he didn't trust the map, but... well, maybe deep down, he truly didn't believe it would yield results. siegfried moves over, clearing the sand around the object and... discovering that they've found a small chest.
it's rather ornately decorated, despite its small stature. ]
This truly is treasure. [ wonders never cease. ]
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[ a pause. ] Have you?
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So are you a virgin?
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[ a pause. ] Perhaps it's forward of me to ask, but are you?
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Yeah, I was waiting to get married.
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Wait, what do you mean? Do they frown upon that sort of behavior here?
[ even so... execution is pretty extreme. ]
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[ Which sounds like some crap a sexual predator might say, but - ]
Maybe that's true? They're kind of sex obsessed here. They have sex in churches— I can't believe being Catholic is going to kill me!
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[ i.e. he's just as sick as everyone else, but he has a pretty sturdy constitution so its affecting him slightly less. ]
Are you certain this is genuine? It would seem to me that sexual contact with another would just result in transmission of the disease.
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[ He cuts himself off, all the talk about death starting to freak him out. Never mind that he'd been the one to bring it up. ]
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If nothing else, have faith in the people supporting you.
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Yeah... [ It's a nicer idea to latch onto at least, even if JJ can't entirely shake the feeling that it's more serious than just a cold. ] Having the flu sucks, but it's just a minor inconvenience. Even if it's a magic flu, if it were deadly, something would've happened by now.
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Perhaps a walk outside would improve your mood? [ maybe not what sick people should be doing, but siegfried's never been the type to be able to stand remaining cooped up inside. ] I could accompany you to make sure nothing happens.
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I'd love to go outside... And see the moon. [ ??? He's loopy. ] It's late though...
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I'll come and fetch you tomorrow then. It should do us both some good.
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[ That's just how it is, Siegfried... ]
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Y, yes. Very well... I will see you there.