[hey hey, kratos is still in tipsy territory. drunk is a possible destination.]
I've never enjoyed going to parties of this nature.
[not when he was a knight, definitely not now when he's an ancient old fart. he finishes off his glass before making an additional grouchy commentary.]
The only redeemable aspect of this one is the lack of nobility complaining about the difficulty of their indulgent lives.
[... Okay, well. The sorts of parties that he goes to are different, but...even so, it's not like he doesn't understand where Kratos is coming from. He deals with political nonsense himself so much as well, at these sorts of parties...]
... Yes, these sorts of events do typically draw in that sort of person. [And it's why he struggles with it as well.]
[someone who understands and isn't attempting to argue the good parts of parties? a pleasant surprise. it lowers that grumpy level a teeny smidge.]
They tend to cater to them. [a beat] Alcohol helps in not losing one's sanity entirely when forced to attend.
[so maybe this one isn't AS bad (hence why he's still only in the realm of tipsy), but it's still way out of his comfort zone. or his sanity zone. either way, this is why his best friend tonight is booze.]
[he expression momentarily turns sour at one fond memory. that damn mood altering incident... sigh, it's a hit his pride will never recover from.]
Should an issue arise then I will deal with the consequences that my actions tonight bring.
[if something happens and alcohol results in him losing his head? well, it'll be his own damn fault and he accepts that. lloyd probably won't like it, though. hmm... is that okay or isn't it?]
[...Well, he supposes that's the best he can ask for. It's all well and good to say you'll take responsibility for your actions, but how about just making sure they don't happen in the first place?
Ah well.
Not his place, really.]
... It wasn't my intention to interrogate you or accuse you. That is fine, naturally.
No, those accuzations [slurred that a lil] are well placed. Few people think that far ahead and consider the worst possibilities.
[and then those people end up losing their heads when the worst happens. good job, strange man, for not being one of the dead people in that hypothetical head-losing situation.]
[he's just a special sort of tipsy... but thank you, sousei, kratos will thank you in the morning when his hangover is only mildly-severe as opposed to severe. a snort comes at that.]
More than likely. If the possibility for something bad occurring exists, CERES doubles said possibility whether accidentally or otherwise.
[is it obvious kratos is not a fan of ceres? because he's really not.]
[...that's actually a good point. score one for sousei noticing something missed by kratos. shame this point can't also get ignored. as cold a bastard as he tends to be, saying noncombatants don't matter is beyond even him.]
...There exist other capable fighters than just myself who can defend them.
[like lloyd. ...but that's pretty much leaving all the dirty work to your son, kratos. AGAIN. the irked expression shifts into a frown, a deeper one than sober him normally permits, at the thought. best damn parent. really.]
[mr. 'just' tipsy stares right back at sousei. that look says a thousand words, words that come across loud and clear even to a drunk. a long moment of staring, kratos sighs and concedes defeat. no, he isn't satisfied with it.]
Consider this my last drink for the evening.
[said drink having already been drank anyway. good work, sousei, you've successfully put an end to tonight's alcohol consumption.]
[...Well. He nods solemnly in response, because he's not going to smile at Kratos' expense, even if he is mildly amused. (Not that he'd smile anyway, really....)]
That seems like an acceptable compromise.
[Well done, Kratos.]
Having more capable fighters in fighting condition in this place can only be considered an advantage.
[well done at what horrible, sober cost? kratos sets the glass down on the nearest table. no reason to hold onto something no longer going to be used.]
You realize it'll still be some time before I return to fighting condition.
[chances are if he fired off a fireball right now, it'd hit everything BUT the intended target.]
[the deadpan humor doesn’t escape kratos. it’s a level of funny that he can appreciate, as evidenced by a louder than normal chuckle.]
Perhaps one.
[also said in a lighter tone but with more of smile than normal. more meaning slightly curved upward lips as opposed to fully straightfaced. booze makes a linefacer less linefacy, nuff said.]
Should that end up happening then it may be necessary to rethink my policy on alcohol at these events.
Someone recognized that he was joking, and then proceeded to laugh.
Is he in the Twilight Zone right now.
For a moment, Sousei is a little nonplussed, though it doesn't show much on his face--and then he recovers. Ahem. Naturally, his joke was funny!!! Naturally Kratos should've laughed at it!!! (How is this real life)]
Well. Better it be someone sensible than someone prone to unnecessary actions. [are you just saying that because Kratos laughed at your joke, Sousei...... suddenly he's biased towards Kratos, it's a miracle.]
[it definitely isn't fantasy. there is a real life person with the same sense of humor as sousei. the compliment also butters kratos up the teeniest bit. sober him may have made a comment on how sousei possibly knows how sensible he is. borderline drunk kratos, however, happily accepts the praise.]
Fair enough. Even at my worst, I still possess some semblance of sensibility.
[and modesty. can't forget that big, overgrown modesty.]
[thankfully for the little shit, he’s talking to a big shit. the big shit is a little drunk, however, so the reply takes a moment longer than normal to come.]
You underestimate my tolerance. It was at more a moderate pace.
[said with a small shrug of the shoulders. it's not arguing if it's just pointing out the truth!! ...or maybe he really did have too much to drink. he probably should get some water in him to at least dull the hang over from hell awaiting him in the morning.]
You needn't worry about me drinking anything aside from water for the rest of the festivities.
[a statement that implies kratos can see to himself from here on out, while possibly wobbling on over to the non-alcoholic refreshments.]
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I've never enjoyed going to parties of this nature.
[not when he was a knight, definitely not now when he's an ancient old fart. he finishes off his glass before making an additional grouchy commentary.]
The only redeemable aspect of this one is the lack of nobility complaining about the difficulty of their indulgent lives.
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... Yes, these sorts of events do typically draw in that sort of person. [And it's why he struggles with it as well.]
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They tend to cater to them. [a beat] Alcohol helps in not losing one's sanity entirely when forced to attend.
[so maybe this one isn't AS bad (hence why he's still only in the realm of tipsy), but it's still way out of his comfort zone. or his sanity zone. either way, this is why his best friend tonight is booze.]
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I will have to take your word for that. Nonetheless, be a little wary.
[If only because--]
I doubt our hostess had any malicious intent, but that doesn't seem to stop this place from causing unnecessary problems anyway.
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[he expression momentarily turns sour at one fond memory. that damn mood altering incident... sigh, it's a hit his pride will never recover from.]
Should an issue arise then I will deal with the consequences that my actions tonight bring.
[if something happens and alcohol results in him losing his head? well, it'll be his own damn fault and he accepts that. lloyd probably won't like it, though. hmm... is that okay or isn't it?]
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Ah well.
Not his place, really.]
... It wasn't my intention to interrogate you or accuse you. That is fine, naturally.
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[and then those people end up losing their heads when the worst happens. good job, strange man, for not being one of the dead people in that hypothetical head-losing situation.]
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The consequences could not be so far ahead in a place like this, even. [bad shit happens so fast here.......]
It's very necessary.
[thanks though, he likes his metaphorical head to stay where it belongs.]
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More than likely. If the possibility for something bad occurring exists, CERES doubles said possibility whether accidentally or otherwise.
[is it obvious kratos is not a fan of ceres? because he's really not.]
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And it's clear that he's not a fan, but he's talking to a similar soul, honestly. Sousei has been here long enough that he's Seen Some Shit.]
Precisely. While I don't doubt your ability to take care of yourself, if something happens, you may need to protect more than just yourself.
[And, meaningfully, but as calmly as ever--]
There are noncombatants here.
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...There exist other capable fighters than just myself who can defend them.
[like lloyd. ...but that's pretty much leaving all the dirty work to your son, kratos. AGAIN. the irked expression shifts into a frown, a deeper one than sober him normally permits, at the thought. best damn parent. really.]
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[They exist. He exists, for example. He'll defend people as is necessary.
But.... nonetheless, don't they have a responsibility just in being here?
So that's all he says, arms crossed as he inspects Kratos. Are you really satisfied with that?]
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Consider this my last drink for the evening.
[said drink having already been drank anyway. good work, sousei, you've successfully put an end to tonight's alcohol consumption.]
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That seems like an acceptable compromise.
[Well done, Kratos.]
Having more capable fighters in fighting condition in this place can only be considered an advantage.
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You realize it'll still be some time before I return to fighting condition.
[chances are if he fired off a fireball right now, it'd hit everything BUT the intended target.]
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[wait was that......a joke.... it was delivered in the same flat tone as ever, but with a more light-hearted edge to it, at least.]
I suppose I shall cover for you if things do get dangerous again.
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Perhaps one.
[also said in a lighter tone but with more of smile than normal. more meaning slightly curved upward lips as opposed to fully straightfaced. booze makes a linefacer less linefacy, nuff said.]
Should that end up happening then it may be necessary to rethink my policy on alcohol at these events.
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Someone recognized that he was joking, and then proceeded to laugh.
Is he in the Twilight Zone right now.
For a moment, Sousei is a little nonplussed, though it doesn't show much on his face--and then he recovers. Ahem. Naturally, his joke was funny!!! Naturally Kratos should've laughed at it!!! (How is this real life)]
Well. Better it be someone sensible than someone prone to unnecessary actions. [are you just saying that because Kratos laughed at your joke, Sousei...... suddenly he's biased towards Kratos, it's a miracle.]
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Fair enough. Even at my worst, I still possess some semblance of sensibility.
[and modesty. can't forget that big, overgrown modesty.]
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And slowly, Sousei arches an eyebrow.]
Hm. Even at your worst?
[...]
Which is where you were rapidly headed, I assume? [He's not afraid to poke at that either, because he's a little shit.]
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You underestimate my tolerance. It was at more a moderate pace.
[moderately fast is still moderate!]
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[Just saying!!!
But he's just ribbing him to be trouble now at this point, honestly. Kratos is still signing himself up for punishment so.]
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[he's better than most people!! really!]
I've had more time than most to build up a high tolerance.
[shame that tolerance doesn't keep kratos' lips from becoming looser once nearly passing those capabilities (or were they already passed?) whoops.]
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Sousei just slowly arches an eyebrow at that, before nodding.]
I'm not interested in arguing with you about this, now that you have already agreed to stop drinking. I was simply observing.
[that you're totally half-drunk, friend.]
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[said with a small shrug of the shoulders. it's not arguing if it's just pointing out the truth!! ...or maybe he really did have too much to drink. he probably should get some water in him to at least dull the hang over from hell awaiting him in the morning.]
You needn't worry about me drinking anything aside from water for the rest of the festivities.
[a statement that implies kratos can see to himself from here on out, while possibly wobbling on over to the non-alcoholic refreshments.]