[So the pool party was a success, sort of. People were there, people bonded, and Junpei took account of the people who weren't really that into it. Given that it was water, he also figures there's one person he should maybe track down.
It's Thursday. He's read the rules, and it's a little daunting to think about the next day, but with purpose he's off to go cat-calling. Wherever Catra is, she'll find someone approaching her.]
Yeah. That's what I'm going with. But if you want I can start over with something even cheesier. [The look on his face says he absolutely doesn't want to do that and he's just humoring her.]
So. My point stands. [He's also mimicking her stance.] It's Thursday...you've seen the rulebook, right? The thing on the clamshell. I'm not really interested in letting people die just because they broke rule number one.
[He simply raises an eyebrow because, like, yeah this maybe looks bad but at the same time it sort of is?]
I wouldn't call it charity so much as making sure people stay alive. What's wrong with that? A few others have offered to help out, too. [Some people even made big grandstanding announcements about it.]
Besides, they need to do it to stay alive too. So it's not like they're not getting anything out of it even if they make it seem like they're doing people a favor.
[There's something about that that settles him, and he looks amused for a moment.]
I'm not gonna lie, there're people who're doing it for the extra benefits. You've heard about the tokens by now right? Do whatever you want with another person, earn a token. Do whatever with multiple people, earn even more tokens. [A shrug!] If you're into that sort of thing. Even if you're already covered to stay alive, the fact that we can't even get anywhere without buying stuff back is a pain in the ass.
Is it still a savior complex if both people benefit?
Interesting analogy but not inaccurate. [A smart cat, then.] I figured you'd see the value in it. Nothing wrong with a little leverage if we're upfront about it, is there?
[He could leave it at that, but something makes him feel inclined to say:] Turns out the demons aren't too picky about how the job's done. We're in a system where the minimal effort can still net max rewards.
[She's honestly on the same thought (thot) train as he is. Minimize effort, maximize reward. But she's also interested in trying to clock what sort of person he is.]
Well yeah. [And in this way he actually sounds pretty sincere about it.] We're all kind of in a fucked up situation no matter how you look at it. Even if it's not a preference to be doing this, I'd rather make it even.
[So yeah. Accommodations are fine since they both have rewards on the brain.]
[He doesn't back down, though he watches the tail for a moment before meeting her eyes again. Both palms flip up into a shrug.]
Fine by me. It's been a pleasure doing business with you. [Or, like, will be when they get that far. Wow, should've saved that one for later.] I'm not exactly opposed to doing it in the open, but if you have a preference now's the time to say so.
[As long as one of them gets off, it counts for the reward. That's the primary focus here.]
Probably right.[He can admit that much, but he tilts his head and gestures for her to follow.] Come with me then.
[He's already turning to walk, seemingly knowing where he's going.] You're not as much of an open book as you'd think. Do I need to guess what will and won't get me punched?
[He's still under the idea of minimal contact max reward, but even that can mean so much.]
[At some point in the day on Monday while Junpei's making his rounds, he comes across someone who's been laying low for some time. For whatever reason, he always feels a little compelled to talk to Catra when he sees her, so he waves.]
Another week of this shit, huh. How're you holding up?
I suppose I could be, but with everything that happens here I juggle my priorities a little differently than most. But you are good for the week, right?
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W1, THURSDAY
It's Thursday. He's read the rules, and it's a little daunting to think about the next day, but with purpose he's off to go cat-calling. Wherever Catra is, she'll find someone approaching her.]
Hey. Catra, right? I, uh, wanted to check in.
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She knows the type. Scorpia is that type. But Scorpia is... well, she's an exception. This guy... who does he think he is?
Well, at least she knows what he wants. That's the nice thing about this place. There's no reason not to cut to the chase.]
Check-in.
Really? That's the line you're going to go with?
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Yeah. That's what I'm going with. But if you want I can start over with something even cheesier. [The look on his face says he absolutely doesn't want to do that and he's just humoring her.]
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[She crosses her arms over her chest and surveys him.]
So?
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So is that what you're here for? Charity?
[She also... thotted. But she's not going to let that slip.]
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I wouldn't call it charity so much as making sure people stay alive. What's wrong with that? A few others have offered to help out, too. [Some people even made big grandstanding announcements about it.]
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Besides, they need to do it to stay alive too. So it's not like they're not getting anything out of it even if they make it seem like they're doing people a favor.
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I'm not gonna lie, there're people who're doing it for the extra benefits. You've heard about the tokens by now right? Do whatever you want with another person, earn a token. Do whatever with multiple people, earn even more tokens. [A shrug!] If you're into that sort of thing. Even if you're already covered to stay alive, the fact that we can't even get anywhere without buying stuff back is a pain in the ass.
Is it still a savior complex if both people benefit?
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[She leans against the wall, arms crossed.]
So, you want save someone and I want to collect what I can. Seems like a worthwhile proposal.
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[He could leave it at that, but something makes him feel inclined to say:] Turns out the demons aren't too picky about how the job's done. We're in a system where the minimal effort can still net max rewards.
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[She's honestly on the same thought (thot) train as he is. Minimize effort, maximize reward. But she's also interested in trying to clock what sort of person he is.]
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[So yeah. Accommodations are fine since they both have rewards on the brain.]
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[She goes up and approaches him, tail flicking playfully.]
Look. I think we should just get it over with and collect our prizes. If it's not terrible, then we can do it again.
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Fine by me. It's been a pleasure doing business with you. [Or, like, will be when they get that far. Wow, should've saved that one for later.] I'm not exactly opposed to doing it in the open, but if you have a preference now's the time to say so.
[As long as one of them gets off, it counts for the reward. That's the primary focus here.]
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[Not that she doesn't appreciate the transactional approach.]</small. And me? I'm an open book.
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[He's already turning to walk, seemingly knowing where he's going.] You're not as much of an open book as you'd think. Do I need to guess what will and won't get me punched?
[He's still under the idea of minimal contact max reward, but even that can mean so much.]
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Even if we're being efficient, I want this to be worth my time.
[She follows. He's... fine enough, she supposes. Not her type. But... fine enough. This can work.]
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And we can either FTB or thread if you want, Ru, I'm flexible!]
W3, MONDAY;
Another week of this shit, huh. How're you holding up?
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[Because honestly... what else is there to do other than just hold up?]
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[Did it. Did it really.]
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Or did you come looking for something else?
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[She is good but-]
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