[He mulls that over. On Hala, and in most of his military interactions, respect was simply a CO's due, and in exchange, it was their responsibility to be or become deserving of that respect. Mutual social responsibility. In a fascist, imperialistic society like the Kree, it works. The shift in viewpoints explains Warrior's laissez-faire attitude.
This is refreshing.]
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
I feel like I understand more, now. Is this the common view among all the instructors?
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
And I suppose taking it all off would be off-limits. Do you take it all off to eat?
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Do you have any kind of image of yourself? Your public file shows only your suit.
A naked body is pretty intimate by our standards. You still haven't told me what I would owe you in return.
[He's one of those people who seem to consider most clothing optional unless they're in public. Thankfully, he hasn't reached that level of comfort with his rovermates yet, but his uniform tends to disappear from the waist up with alarming frequency.
Still, his main thought remains both Warrior's comfort and the equivalency. Kate knew what she was getting into when they slept together. This is light-years from that.]
Six to twelve hours of musical theater recounting the glorious history of the Empire and the great planet-conquering heroes of the past and present. It crosses beyond 'dull' and into 'mind-numbing'.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Music isn't part of the lives of most Kree; it wasn't part of mine until I started traveling. It is considered a specialized skill. Our arts are quite bare in comparison to our scientific advancement.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
I can remix music that already exists. I'd love to learn how to play, though.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
What did you mean when you said your 'class' had no instruments?
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so now you're stalking me? senpai is impressed.
Nesting isn't directly related to reproduction for a Euugà. I can nest as long as I want before I consider
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
1. us biologically compatible
2. and/or my systems consider reproduction imperative
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
Battle is a common practice among us as well. Or something like it at any rate. But music would be easier.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
I consent.
/tracks.... wiggles brows suggestively
So nesting is more like marriage? Forming a household?
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
I do have one last condition. A personal one.
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It's demonstrating the means and willingness to provide comfort for the partner that agrees to carry the eggs.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
I'm listening.
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FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
I want to see your face, first.
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FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
Why?
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FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Admittedly, to gauge physical attractiveness, somewhat. But mostly mutual respect.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
If it's too personal, I'll understand, but this is a deal-breaker on my end.
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If you're the only one getting something from it, that isn't really mutual. Unless we have different definitions.
You're also assuming I respect you.
Which is interesting.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
I consent.
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But my helmet and suit are attached.
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Then what can I give you in exchange?
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
They can't be detached?
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
And I was under the impression that some level of respect was included in the whole 'going out' package. You'd date someone you have no respect for?
[See, that's offensive to him.]
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I don't know yet.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
And no. It all comes off together.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
I would investigate something I was curious about. And I would spend time on pursuits that pique my interest. It doesn't happen often.
But respect must be earned.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
I don't anticipate that it will be granted to me by you. The inverse is also true.
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This is refreshing.]
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
I feel like I understand more, now. Is this the common view among all the instructors?
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
And I suppose taking it all off would be off-limits. Do you take it all off to eat?
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Do you have any kind of image of yourself? Your public file shows only your suit.
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I speak for myself. Not for them.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
But no. It isn't off-limits.
I have nothing to be ashamed of.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
But I could find something to put on underneath, if you prefer.
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A naked body is pretty intimate by our standards. You still haven't told me what I would owe you in return.
[He's one of those people who seem to consider most clothing optional unless they're in public. Thankfully, he hasn't reached that level of comfort with his rovermates yet, but his uniform tends to disappear from the waist up with alarming frequency.
Still, his main thought remains both Warrior's comfort and the equivalency. Kate knew what she was getting into when they slept together. This is light-years from that.]
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You only have permission to look. I'm not concerned.
When I figure out what I want, I'll tell you.
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All right. I accept this arrangement.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
How much meat is a meal for you?
[Does he need to go hunt down an ajnabou for this date...]
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FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
I like to snack, not gorge. Madu is fine.
It doesn't need to be cooked.
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FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Raw, cooked, seasoned?
I'm not much of a chef, but if you have preferences, I'll try to meet them.
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Skinned. Sliced. That's all.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
Tell me about music. We had no instruments among my class.
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I can do that. Do you consume the eyes, organs and bones as well? I can set those aside if you'd prefer.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Careful, you won't get me to stop once I've started. I have a replica of Flux's collection, so I'm getting acquainted with music from the macroverse.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Hala only had war operas. Earth was a shock in comparison.
[Suffice to say, he can sympathize.]
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Those I tend to cook. The bones and usable skins are given to Armada.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
What does a war opera entail?
Do you make music yourself, or only consume it?
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I can cook them for you. I'm taking you out.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Six to twelve hours of musical theater recounting the glorious history of the Empire and the great planet-conquering heroes of the past and present. It crosses beyond 'dull' and into 'mind-numbing'.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Music isn't part of the lives of most Kree; it wasn't part of mine until I started traveling. It is considered a specialized skill. Our arts are quite bare in comparison to our scientific advancement.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
I can remix music that already exists. I'd love to learn how to play, though.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
What did you mean when you said your 'class' had no instruments?
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Oh. Alright.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
Why do you like it? And what do you want to play? I've heard some Earth music, but it's. Diverse.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
We're able to sing with our bodies. Those Rejehejet'e who can't, use implements to make sounds.
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The diversity is the best part! Humans have music for everything; Kree have music for nothing.
[Warning: giant nerd alert.]
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
And--guitar, I suppose. It's a versatile instrument.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
Can you show me this singing?
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They have music for war. But I get it. Humans seem very attached to experiencing and enhancing their emotions.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
Are you going to smash them on stages? I hear that's a thing that they do too.
FROM: warriorhead@cdc.org
I might.
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I did get a chance to listen to music from Helictite. At least, a few tracks. I'm afraid I'm uncultured swine, still.
FROM: varr.noh@cdc.org
I'd be great to hear it in person.
[Don't look now, but he might be looking forward to this...??? no bad noh stop.]
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