text, un:yuuki

[siriusly]

There's no tree or field when you die this time
You just go from one moment before and then after with your body doing horrible things

The ghost part might be the same though

Shouldn't need to say it but try not to get yourselves killed if you can
I don't know what comes after as a consequence

Comments

[searingwing]

The blacksmiths of Willful Machine. Specially one near a canal. A shop by the name of Tempered Edge. All they ask is testing their blades. I can do that myself.

[siriusly]

Beats sitting still and thinking about this

[searingwing]

[He moves away from the plates and glassware and he sits by the dragon that has gotten larger. He seems to fill most of the kitchen. His spike edged tail draped over Diluc’s lap.]

Then let’s arrange the time. My early mornings are taken. But any other time I can shift things around.

[siriusly]

You just tell me then
Since I don't really have anything going on

[searingwing]

Late afternoons. I'll give you directions to the smithy later. Any time you feel you can't make it, let me know in advance. This has to go at your pace.

1/2

[siriusly]

OK

[siriusly]

[after a few minutes of thinking, a followup:] You sure?

[searingwing]

Yes, I’m sure. But if you have concerns, feel free to share them.

[He pushes the dragon tail off his lap and stands up. He gives the omen a look and gets a mild one in return.]

[siriusly]

I guess I just don't want to hold anyone back
But if you say its fine then i believe you

[searingwing]

[He pauses at that and walks towards the Omni. Instead of resuming checking the dishware he picks it up and carries it with him out of the kitchen into the tavern proper. Wide columns of wood rose on either side of the bar counter. Stools sit in front of it. He sets the Omni down as he says calmly,]

Pacing yourself isn’t holding anyone back. Think of it as developing awareness of your new limits. And taking it slower would be good for both of us. I’m still recovering and you are too.

[siriusly]

[it's the 'i'm still recovering' that does it.]

OK
Sounds good

[Wu says he needs to try and find a hobby anyway.]

[searingwing]

[He nods again. They decided the time. He sends the promised address with and added addition of his own home address, noting it with a ‘if you wish to just visit or have private talk.]

There, that should be both locations I wanted you to have. A third, you’ll find easily. The Roost is a tavern in progress, but the sign in Cellar Door is difficult to miss.

[siriusly]

Is that where youre at right now

[searingwing]

Yes, I've been spending my evenings here getting everything ready. [Not always alone but he's put in a lot of hours bringing his tavern up to his standards.]

You're free to visit here as well. I would never say no to the company.

[siriusly]

[famous last words, Manabu figures. what kind of company is he?! especially right now.

but Diluc doesn't need that dumped on him right now; Manabu came here to share information, not feelings...]

Thanks
I'll see you around later

[an INDETERMINATE amount of time later!!!!!]