[Oh Rei... still though, he's not so much of a buzzkill that he can't appreciate that she's happy. At least this party is good for something, even if it reminds him too much of politics at home for him to entirely enjoy it.]
Naturally. It is a very important image to uphold. [now he's obviously just bullshitting. His image back home is not great, and here things are just. Nonsense.]
[...and he does, lips quirking vaguely at that, even as he snorts in response. He's not so stiff that he can't handle poking at his own nonsense, after all, and he's never considered himself particularly dignified.]
I see we understand each other well. That is for the better. It would be troublesome if I had to explain myself further.
[But no...Rei gets the joke, and he's pleased, because usually he's such a stiff that there's a chance nobody will even realize he's joking...]
[... He'll never get used to being called sensei, he thinks, especially when she's smirking at him while she does it. He shakes his head, but it's an amused gesture, as are his words--]
You're being quite cheeky.
[But right. Christmas.]
As to that--I'm not entirely unfamiliar with the holiday, but we did not celebrate it, no.
[He does appreciate all of the gifts.... even if he's not particularly practiced in gift giving himself, like. What does he do............... should he give gifts for the new year....
But how do you give gifts...... hm.
Ah well.]
And I am aware that Japan is slowly accepting Western influence. I do not see the need to dismiss it or pretend as though it isn't happening. But even so... it is not a tradition I am familiar with.
[1878 is the really awkward transition period, he's trying, but.... there's really no happy medium here.]
[That's a pretty nice way to look at it, honestly. Sousei's... not really very good at understanding that sort of thing, but even he can admit that the true point of holidays should be to spend that time with those who are important to you.
It's still too sappy for him to agree with, though, feelings are hard, etc etc etc.]
I see. Well, it has not been a harmful holiday, so I won't mind it. [you're going to eat those words, sousei.] There is no harm in the people here occasionally celebrating. The majority of them are civilians, after all.
... I see. I suppose that makes sense. [For someone like Rei, it really explains everything.
A nod, simple and understanding.]
Well, you do not need to concern yourself with my enjoyment for the holiday. [He's lucky enough to have loved ones here.] Attempt to enjoy it for yourself, even if you are here and not there.
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deontology) wrote2015-04-27 06:51 pm
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Probably for the best. Wouldn't due to spoil your image, certainly.
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Naturally. It is a very important image to uphold. [now he's obviously just bullshitting. His image back home is not great, and here things are just. Nonsense.]
Your cooperation is appreciated.
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[Snerk. Smile a little, okay!]
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I see we understand each other well. That is for the better. It would be troublesome if I had to explain myself further.
[But no...Rei gets the joke, and he's pleased, because usually he's such a stiff that there's a chance nobody will even realize he's joking...]
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[And then a beat, because she’s actually had a thought. It’s an odd one, but…]
Did you do anything for Christmas to mark the occasion? I’m not sure if that was a holiday, in your time.
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You're being quite cheeky.
[But right. Christmas.]
As to that--I'm not entirely unfamiliar with the holiday, but we did not celebrate it, no.
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[Another sip of her drink. As if that's completely normal and natural.]
No? Not even here?
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[Even if people gave him gifts and that was a bit of a surprise and a little overwhelming--]
In fact, I would rather avoid it.
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[Unfortunately? Her traditions now are all wrapped up in other people...who aren't here.]
Did you enjoy the mochi I left for you, at least?
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[He does appreciate all of the gifts.... even if he's not particularly practiced in gift giving himself, like. What does he do............... should he give gifts for the new year....
But how do you give gifts...... hm.
Ah well.]
And I am aware that Japan is slowly accepting Western influence. I do not see the need to dismiss it or pretend as though it isn't happening. But even so... it is not a tradition I am familiar with.
[1878 is the really awkward transition period, he's trying, but.... there's really no happy medium here.]
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[She shrugs though. Maybe it's just something she won't ever quite understand. There is a century and two wars in there...]
Ultimately though, the holiday is about spending time with people you care about. Like any midwinter festival, honestly.
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It's still too sappy for him to agree with, though, feelings are hard, etc etc etc.]
I see. Well, it has not been a harmful holiday, so I won't mind it. [you're going to eat those words, sousei.] There is no harm in the people here occasionally celebrating. The majority of them are civilians, after all.
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[Herself included, if you'll remember.]
Christmas is just, well, honestly it's a bit like O-Bon. That's why I enjoy it. When I'm at home, anyway.
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A nod, simple and understanding.]
Well, you do not need to concern yourself with my enjoyment for the holiday. [He's lucky enough to have loved ones here.] Attempt to enjoy it for yourself, even if you are here and not there.