[Considering Mitsuru's dad and grandpa, though, it makes complete sense. She wrinkles her nose a little at the idea of being ~known~ and shakes her head. For one thing, President Tanaka had promised to make her famous as a spokesperson for his brand and the whole process sounded like hell, not to mention everything she'd heard about being a celebrity from Akechi just sounded like so much work.]
I don't really care about being famous. I'm okay if just my friends remember me! Besides, it's not really hiding. It's just that I'm not gonna summon my Personas for no reason. You know, everyone will panic, blah-blah-blah.
[She points a finger at her temple in mimicry of her usual motion with the Evoker and mimes pulling the trigger, tilting her own head sideways with the imagined impact.]
[He gives her a slightly lopsided grin, because yeah, he can imagine a teen pointing a gun to her own head to be horrifying. Fuck, he was mortified. And guess summoning giant mythological beings would cause people to panic, but is it more weird than shooting lasers from ones own eyes? Scott opens his mouth to argue, but the mutant closes it soon thereafter, a small 'hrrm' leaving him as he decides to just leave that point alone. It's not like he's constantly shooting lasers when he's walking down the street, but he's not worried about telling others that he's a mutant.
But also, he doesn't go around announcing to everyone around him that he's a mutant?? He's not sure where he's going with this.
Scott decides to just focus on the shit that's happening now and he nudges Kotone lightly with his elbow.]
So. Are there others like you here? Other Persona users?
welcome back!! and no worries i did like No Tags over the weekend lol
[At least she can joke about it! She bumps his shoulder lightly with her own when he nudges her, and while her bright smile doesn't change overmuch, the set of her eyes goes just a little bit distant.
>Lie >Dodge the question >Tell the truth
Maybe it's a testament to how accepting Scott had been of her that she answers at all, but she still hesitates before nodding.]
Yeah. You'll have to find them yourself, though! [The mischievous sparkle returns to her eyes a little as she laughs.] I can't give you all the answers.
[For various reasons that don't feel entirely cool to joke about, not even to Scott. Plus, keeping the mood light sounds great, even as Scott makes a slightly disappointed noise upon hearing her answer. Really???]
Seriously? Ugh, what are the chances they're going to say 'I'm a Persona person' if I ask over the charms?
[There has to be someone like that, right?? Scott makes another groan, but honestly, he's happy for her. Glad that she's not the only Persona user in this world. Sucks feeling alone, even if there are other powered teens here. Maybe there is another mutant in this world and just doesn't want to tell Scott, which rude.]
Hmm... [She counts on her fingers.] Maybe 50%? [Violet and Akira would probably answer honestly, Shinji would ignore it completely, and Goro... Who Knows. Probably wouldn't answer either.
But she smiles up at him and shakes her head.]
Please don't, though. It's annoying to have to explain all this stuff, and people who don't know are gonna be nosy. So, are there other people like you here? With mutations?
[Guess he'll have to do some old-fashioned snooping. It's cool, it'll be a fun sort of challenge or whatever trying to find the other Persona people. A sort of side gig to focus on when he's not worrying about his own shit-- or want to distract himself from said shit.]
No. [He shakes his head, and his mouth forms into a small pout as he thinks about the lack of mutants here. First he was normal and living a boring normal life, then he becomes a mutant but befriends others like him, and now he's back to feeling like the odd one out, despite the fact that he's talking to a girl that can summon death by shooting a gun to her head. It's just. Different.]
I mean, not that I know of. If they're hiding, I just wanna let them know it's okay.
[She leans back on her hands and gives him a small, genuine smile.]
You're a pretty good guy. [Not just thinking about himself, but other people like him. It's nice to see someone else just trying to do their best for other people -- it makes her feel a little worse about hurting him, but she's trying not to dwell on that, so she adds,] Once I finally get the club building all finished, you could put out a call.
[Scott turns his head slightly as she leans back, a smile to him as well as he considers her words.]
Not sure if I just want to create a 'Mutant Club,' might be a little too exclusive. And that sucks.
[Because he's like 85% sure he'll be the only person in that club, which would be really sad. Plus, if there is someone hiding, they probably won't join a club that completely outs them like that.]
So, gonna stick with the whole general teenagers that have powers. [He gives a small shrug, but he's definitely going to do this.] And maybe mutants would feel easier joining something like that.
[She hums and just- plops back on the bed. Way more comfortable this way, and if he didn't mind her sitting next to him and reclining on it, he probably won't care if she lays on it, either.]
It's a good idea. I think... giving people somewhere to belong is really important.
[She tilts her head without picking it up off the blankets, giving him another smile.]
I'll help where I can, okay? So make sure you ask if you need it.
[He lets himself fall back against his bed, only stopping himself from spreading his arms so that he doesn't do anything embarrassing like smack Kotone in the face. Life would just be completely over if that happened, so he just keeps his arms by his side as he stares at the blank ceiling of his room. This would almost be depressing if he wasn't discussing clubs and shit with a friend.]
Yeah. Didn't think I'd be doing something like this, but.
[It feels important? It's not quite Xavier's school or anything, but it's a start.]
If I have the club master to help, I can't fuck things up too badly, right? ...But thanks. [Scott turns his head slightly to smile back at her.] And um, if you ever need me for like, anything, just uh, know I'm here.
You'll be fine. [She meets his eyes -- or his glasses, at least -- and the smile she gives him is small but warm.]
Thanks. [For not hating her, for wanting to do this, for offering to help her. For all of it. Exhaling a sigh, she lets her head fall back and closes her eyes.]
I need a nap after a conversation this serious!
[It's impossible to tell if she's serious or just trying to make him laugh.]
[HONESTLY he feels that. Enough serious conversations for today and Scott lets his eyes close from behind those shades.]
Well, that's what beds are for.
[He's not really meaning it as an invitation but also, he's not shoving her off his bed. Besides, they're like, totally joking and everything!!] Only thing I want to think about is... making a monster sandwich later.
[That's the only thing Scott manages to say, his mouth suddenly feeling dry as various scenarios start running through his mind. Before he can say anything, however, her laugh cuts through his thoughts, reminding him that she's just joking. Right!! Joking. He feels his cheeks warm up, but he does his best to ignore it.]
Oh um, yeah. The first one. A huge fucking sandwich. [Words are so hard HELP.] Monster meat sounds really gross. I don't think even slathering that with mayo and cheese would save it.
[Oh, he's blushing... cute. It doesn't make everything alright, but it does make things a little easier, to know that she can still tease him and he won't take it poorly.
She huffs a quiet laugh at his assessment and shrugs.] I bet Aragaki-senpai could make something decent with it if he wanted. He can cook just about anything.
[Ah- right. There's something she'd wanted to give everybody she'd hurt, even if it seems kind of stupid in the wake of what Akechi had said. Slowly, she pushes herself upright and glances across at him.]
Anyway, I don't have any sandwiches, but I do have something for you. If it's stupid, you're not allowed to laugh, okay?
Y-yeah, sure, sounds like a guy that I want to befriend.
[Scott almost says that offhandedly, as he's mostly trying to beat down the blush that's still painted across his cheeks, but luckily, he feels his face slowly becoming normal after a few more seconds. Ugh, hopefully she didn't notice!! The only thing to do is try and remain cool, like he's totally been so far.
...Yeah.
But he slowly sits up, his head tilted just slightly to express his curiosity.]
You can't laugh! [she insists as she pushes herself off the bed and pads over to where she'd left her bag, rummaging around inside.] And even if you think it's stupid, it's rude to say so.
[After a minute or two, she pulls out a small hand-knit rabbit, one wearing red knit sunglasses similar to Scott's own. Holding it in front of her face, she wiggles its little paws as if its saying "hi!" before lowering it kind of sheepishly.]
I was trying to think about what I could give people if they didn't want to talk to me to show I was sorry. Um... [She offers the bunny in both hands uncertainly. If he thinks it's stupid, she'll be heartbroken.]
[He raises a hand up and with a slightly crooked smile, he responds.]
Scout's honor.
[But he waits with some anticipation before Kotone pulls out the present and shows off a handmade plush that obviously represents him. Oh, that's definitely not what he expected, but it's kind of neat. And okay, he's not really a stuffed animal guy, but... it's hard not to feel at least a bit touched by this. Plus, it is Kotone giving this to him, so it... uhh makes it a bit more special. Also, yeah, look at the handknitted sunglasses! That's cute, even if he won't say that out loud.
Scott takes the plush from her and he finds himself smiling down at it, his fingers pressing against the various stitching.]
Don't know why anyone would stop talking to you-- [He cuts himself short before he says anything that's too much, and looks up at her.] But thank you. He's cool, I mean, he is modeled after me.
[It's hard not to feel nervous! In the past, she'd given her friends bunnies she'd made in Sewing Club after they'd hung out together, as a way to get closer to them. She'd kind of thought giving them as an apology would entail more leaving them at the door with a note.
But he doesn't laugh, and after a moment, she accepts that he won't and relaxes, just a bit, and clasps her hands behind her back. The nervousness is starting to give way to embarrassment, but she refuses to back down now!]
I'm glad. I used to make stuff like this with one of my friends back home, so... take care of him, okay?
[She huffs a small laugh.] You might be cooler than the bunny. Sometimes, anyway.
Guys with glasses have to look out for one another.
[But he's definitely going to take care of him. Well, he's mostly just going to keep it in his room, safer that way.]
Sometimes?
[He places a hand against his chest, like he's been deeply wounded by her words, but Scott soon laughs and lets his new little friend hang out in his lap.] Does he have a name? Unless he's just... Bunny Scott.
[She giggles a little at his faux-offense and comes back over to once again drop onto the bed beside him. With one hand, she gently pats the top of the bunny's head as if to wish him well in his new home before resting her weight back on her hands again.]
I think you have to take the responsibility to name it. Bunny Scott is kind of a cute name, though! [If not exactly the most original. Still, it kind of suits him.] I'm glad you like him. Really.
[Scott pulls one of its arms up to wave at her as she plops down on the bed again. And well, if Kotone thinks it's cute... guess he'll stick with it! Besides, now he doesn't have to think of a name.]
I don't get presents from girls often. [...WOW THAT MAKES HIM SOUND REALLY LAME. Scott almost blanches before trying to backpedal--] Err, yeah, I mean, who doesn't like stuffed animals.
[The little wave from the bunny is so sweet, she can't help but smile, first at the bunny, then at him. Things still feel kind of tender, so she doesn't call him out on that first part as quickly as she might normally -- but there's a mischievous sparkle in her eyes again, which could be a good or bad thing, depending.]
I guess I'll just have to get you more surprise presents every now and then, huh? D'you like sweets?
[He briefly wonders if Kotone gets a lot of presents, he wouldn't be surprised given her personality. After all this, Scott definitely wants to find something cool for her. It's the least he can do after... everything, yeah. That's it.]
Course I do, I like all the things that's bad for you. [He snorts and leans back against his bed.] How about yourself?
[Perhaps surprisingly, she gives more presents than she gets. Like, sure, all of her friends gave her something, but usually it was right before leaving her life forever, so you know. It is what it is.
She laughs and tosses him a small grin.] So are you saying I'm bad for you, or that you don't like me?
[MEAN TO HIM-!! She's clearly joking and just continues, adding,] I'm pretty good at baking, so maybe I'll make you some sometime!
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[Considering Mitsuru's dad and grandpa, though, it makes complete sense. She wrinkles her nose a little at the idea of being ~known~ and shakes her head. For one thing, President Tanaka had promised to make her famous as a spokesperson for his brand and the whole process sounded like hell, not to mention everything she'd heard about being a celebrity from Akechi just sounded like so much work.]
I don't really care about being famous. I'm okay if just my friends remember me! Besides, it's not really hiding. It's just that I'm not gonna summon my Personas for no reason. You know, everyone will panic, blah-blah-blah.
[She points a finger at her temple in mimicry of her usual motion with the Evoker and mimes pulling the trigger, tilting her own head sideways with the imagined impact.]
sorry for the late! got back from con
[He gives her a slightly lopsided grin, because yeah, he can imagine a teen pointing a gun to her own head to be horrifying. Fuck, he was mortified. And guess summoning giant mythological beings would cause people to panic, but is it more weird than shooting lasers from ones own eyes? Scott opens his mouth to argue, but the mutant closes it soon thereafter, a small 'hrrm' leaving him as he decides to just leave that point alone. It's not like he's constantly shooting lasers when he's walking down the street, but he's not worried about telling others that he's a mutant.
But also, he doesn't go around announcing to everyone around him that he's a mutant?? He's not sure where he's going with this.
Scott decides to just focus on the shit that's happening now and he nudges Kotone lightly with his elbow.]
So. Are there others like you here? Other Persona users?
welcome back!! and no worries i did like No Tags over the weekend lol
[At least she can joke about it! She bumps his shoulder lightly with her own when he nudges her, and while her bright smile doesn't change overmuch, the set of her eyes goes just a little bit distant.
>Lie
>Dodge the question
>Tell the truth
Maybe it's a testament to how accepting Scott had been of her that she answers at all, but she still hesitates before nodding.]
Yeah. You'll have to find them yourself, though! [The mischievous sparkle returns to her eyes a little as she laughs.] I can't give you all the answers.
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[For various reasons that don't feel entirely cool to joke about, not even to Scott. Plus, keeping the mood light sounds great, even as Scott makes a slightly disappointed noise upon hearing her answer. Really???]
Seriously? Ugh, what are the chances they're going to say 'I'm a Persona person' if I ask over the charms?
[There has to be someone like that, right?? Scott makes another groan, but honestly, he's happy for her. Glad that she's not the only Persona user in this world. Sucks feeling alone, even if there are other powered teens here. Maybe there is another mutant in this world and just doesn't want to tell Scott, which rude.]
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But she smiles up at him and shakes her head.]
Please don't, though. It's annoying to have to explain all this stuff, and people who don't know are gonna be nosy. So, are there other people like you here? With mutations?
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[Guess he'll have to do some old-fashioned snooping. It's cool, it'll be a fun sort of challenge or whatever trying to find the other Persona people. A sort of side gig to focus on when he's not worrying about his own shit-- or want to distract himself from said shit.]
No. [He shakes his head, and his mouth forms into a small pout as he thinks about the lack of mutants here. First he was normal and living a boring normal life, then he becomes a mutant but befriends others like him, and now he's back to feeling like the odd one out, despite the fact that he's talking to a girl that can summon death by shooting a gun to her head. It's just. Different.]
I mean, not that I know of. If they're hiding, I just wanna let them know it's okay.
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[She leans back on her hands and gives him a small, genuine smile.]
You're a pretty good guy. [Not just thinking about himself, but other people like him. It's nice to see someone else just trying to do their best for other people -- it makes her feel a little worse about hurting him, but she's trying not to dwell on that, so she adds,] Once I finally get the club building all finished, you could put out a call.
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Not sure if I just want to create a 'Mutant Club,' might be a little too exclusive. And that sucks.
[Because he's like 85% sure he'll be the only person in that club, which would be really sad. Plus, if there is someone hiding, they probably won't join a club that completely outs them like that.]
So, gonna stick with the whole general teenagers that have powers. [He gives a small shrug, but he's definitely going to do this.] And maybe mutants would feel easier joining something like that.
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It's a good idea. I think... giving people somewhere to belong is really important.
[She tilts her head without picking it up off the blankets, giving him another smile.]
I'll help where I can, okay? So make sure you ask if you need it.
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Yeah. Didn't think I'd be doing something like this, but.
[It feels important? It's not quite Xavier's school or anything, but it's a start.]
If I have the club master to help, I can't fuck things up too badly, right? ...But thanks. [Scott turns his head slightly to smile back at her.] And um, if you ever need me for like, anything, just uh, know I'm here.
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Thanks. [For not hating her, for wanting to do this, for offering to help her. For all of it. Exhaling a sigh, she lets her head fall back and closes her eyes.]
I need a nap after a conversation this serious!
[It's impossible to tell if she's serious or just trying to make him laugh.]
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Well, that's what beds are for.
[He's not really meaning it as an invitation but also, he's not shoving her off his bed. Besides, they're like, totally joking and everything!!] Only thing I want to think about is... making a monster sandwich later.
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[Now she's definitely joking, if way she glances at him and laughs is any indication. Then again, she is simply not getting up.]
Anyway, you mean a big sandwich, or a sandwich made of monster meat? [A valid question in Aldrip! Please laugh, she's trying so hard.]
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[That's the only thing Scott manages to say, his mouth suddenly feeling dry as various scenarios start running through his mind. Before he can say anything, however, her laugh cuts through his thoughts, reminding him that she's just joking. Right!! Joking. He feels his cheeks warm up, but he does his best to ignore it.]
Oh um, yeah. The first one. A huge fucking sandwich. [Words are so hard HELP.] Monster meat sounds really gross. I don't think even slathering that with mayo and cheese would save it.
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She huffs a quiet laugh at his assessment and shrugs.] I bet Aragaki-senpai could make something decent with it if he wanted. He can cook just about anything.
[Ah- right. There's something she'd wanted to give everybody she'd hurt, even if it seems kind of stupid in the wake of what Akechi had said. Slowly, she pushes herself upright and glances across at him.]
Anyway, I don't have any sandwiches, but I do have something for you. If it's stupid, you're not allowed to laugh, okay?
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[Scott almost says that offhandedly, as he's mostly trying to beat down the blush that's still painted across his cheeks, but luckily, he feels his face slowly becoming normal after a few more seconds. Ugh, hopefully she didn't notice!! The only thing to do is try and remain cool, like he's totally been so far.
...Yeah.
But he slowly sits up, his head tilted just slightly to express his curiosity.]
Uh, sure?
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[After a minute or two, she pulls out a small hand-knit rabbit, one wearing red knit sunglasses similar to Scott's own. Holding it in front of her face, she wiggles its little paws as if its saying "hi!" before lowering it kind of sheepishly.]
I was trying to think about what I could give people if they didn't want to talk to me to show I was sorry. Um... [She offers the bunny in both hands uncertainly. If he thinks it's stupid, she'll be heartbroken.]
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Scout's honor.
[But he waits with some anticipation before Kotone pulls out the present and shows off a handmade plush that obviously represents him. Oh, that's definitely not what he expected, but it's kind of neat. And okay, he's not really a stuffed animal guy, but... it's hard not to feel at least a bit touched by this. Plus, it is Kotone giving this to him, so it... uhh makes it a bit more special. Also, yeah, look at the handknitted sunglasses! That's cute, even if he won't say that out loud.
Scott takes the plush from her and he finds himself smiling down at it, his fingers pressing against the various stitching.]
Don't know why anyone would stop talking to you-- [He cuts himself short before he says anything that's too much, and looks up at her.] But thank you. He's cool, I mean, he is modeled after me.
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But he doesn't laugh, and after a moment, she accepts that he won't and relaxes, just a bit, and clasps her hands behind her back. The nervousness is starting to give way to embarrassment, but she refuses to back down now!]
I'm glad. I used to make stuff like this with one of my friends back home, so... take care of him, okay?
[She huffs a small laugh.] You might be cooler than the bunny. Sometimes, anyway.
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[But he's definitely going to take care of him. Well, he's mostly just going to keep it in his room, safer that way.]
Sometimes?
[He places a hand against his chest, like he's been deeply wounded by her words, but Scott soon laughs and lets his new little friend hang out in his lap.] Does he have a name? Unless he's just... Bunny Scott.
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I think you have to take the responsibility to name it. Bunny Scott is kind of a cute name, though! [If not exactly the most original. Still, it kind of suits him.] I'm glad you like him. Really.
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I don't get presents from girls often. [...WOW THAT MAKES HIM SOUND REALLY LAME. Scott almost blanches before trying to backpedal--] Err, yeah, I mean, who doesn't like stuffed animals.
[Is the bunny plush cooler than him, probably.]
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I guess I'll just have to get you more surprise presents every now and then, huh? D'you like sweets?
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Course I do, I like all the things that's bad for you. [He snorts and leans back against his bed.] How about yourself?
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She laughs and tosses him a small grin.] So are you saying I'm bad for you, or that you don't like me?
[MEAN TO HIM-!! She's clearly joking and just continues, adding,] I'm pretty good at baking, so maybe I'll make you some sometime!
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just realized now that scott already said that earlier whoops
listen it's called ~consistency~ 👌 (i didn't even notice)
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