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Date: 2020-12-05 09:27 pm (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] laeradr
[ Two or three days after that network post she made, a message shows up in her inbox: ]

Paige,

I hope this message finds you well.

My name is William Vangeance. I spoke to you very briefly before, but I'd like to discuss something with you in person regarding your Krakoan plants. If it wouldn't trouble you terribly, may I ask for some of your time?

Date: 2020-12-07 01:07 am (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] laeradr
Thank you.

To be direct, I'm a mage with a strong affinity for plants. I wanted to ask for your permission to study a small clipping of your plants.

I understand the plants have personal value to you, so I wouldn't wish to be disrespectful. But I feel there's a chance I'll be able to find something that will be of interest to everyone here.

it's fine, no worries!

Date: 2020-12-07 03:05 pm (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] laeradr
[ There's a bit of a pause before there's a response: ]

May I ask to meet with you in person to discuss this? I feel a small demonstration of my abilities might be more efficient than an explanation.

And discussion over the phones feels a little discourteous. I'd like to treat the matter with the respect it deserves.

If there's any location that would be most convenient for you, I'd be happy to go there.

Date: 2020-12-08 12:13 am (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] laeradr
Certainly. Please take your time.

[ Thankfully, it's relatively quiet when the time comes, with just a few people passing through the gates at random intervals.

Vangeance is already there whenever Paige arrives, leaning against a lamp-post a short distance away and gazing off towards the flower garden, seemingly in thought. Though that obnoxious mask might make it hard to tell. ]

Date: 2020-12-08 05:53 am (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] laeradr
[ They sure are going to make for a weird-looking combo if anyone spots them.

Vangeance looks over as soon as he realizes someone's headed his way, the drape of his cloak rustling around him. ]


Paige. It's good to meet you. [ A polite smile and a nod. ] Thank you for making the time to meet me.

[ Only a short pause as he glances around at their surroundings, checking for any other people in earshot, before he starts getting to the point, speaking calmly: ]

Though I'm uncertain if I'll be successful ... I'd be attempting to break the rules of this island. I felt speaking in person might lessen the chances of the Administrator noticing.

Date: 2020-12-08 08:10 pm (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] laeradr
[ He glances aside to hold his hand over the ground. After a moment, the ground emanates a faint, green glow as a sprout emerges; it rapidly grows into a sapling as he explains. ]

My magic allows me to absorb and channel mana from and into different sources, usually in the form of trees. And while I can't promise anything ... I wonder if enhancing the Krakoan plants' transportive traits might give us some chance of leaving this island. Of opening a gate in the barrier that keeps us here. [ Vangeance withdraws his hand when the sapling's about as tall as he is, vibrant and healthy. ] And even if that isn't possible, I feel being able to imitate those gateways could be helpful to everyone here. Gathering people to a central location during a crisis, for example.

[ A soft exhale as he finishes that lengthy answer for now, then gives her a respectful nod. ]

-- but I understand if you have reservations. You mentioned plants are considered sacred to Krakoans?

[ He's not the type to pry, but it's a gentle invitation for an explanation, if she'd like to give one. ]

Date: 2020-12-09 02:30 am (UTC)
laeradr: (14)
From: [personal profile] laeradr
[ He listens quietly, taking in everything she says. And while there are certainly details he can't picture in vivid detail, it's not at all difficult for him to understand the general picture.

Humans really are the same across all worlds, aren't they?

A prickle of sympathy works through his chest when he watches the way she averts her gaze for a moment, when he notices the clenched fist. They're quiet signs of hurt and frustration, and Vangeance only nods in understanding at first, after she's done. He takes a moment to gather his thoughts before answering quietly. ]


You have every right to reject my proposition.

[ Vangeance dips his gaze aside, looking at his little sapling as he continues gently. ]

I wouldn't presume to fully understand your circumstances. But ... [ His cadence remains steady, but his voice lowers just a touch into something more solemn. ] ... back in my homeland, someone very dear to me was terribly hurt by humans. Human history has been exceedingly cruel to his kind, yet most of us remain ignorant of it. So ... if you'd hesitate to trust me with something so important to you, and to your people, I understand.

[ Vangeance looks back to her, maintaining steady eye contact before he nods to reaffirm his words. ]

I've no intention of forcing the matter. And I promise you I won't act without your approval.

Date: 2020-12-10 01:17 am (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] laeradr
[ Vangeance gives a brief hum in thought, looking down at his hand; thin wisps of light pull from his fingertips. ]

I cast spells by manipulating mana -- energy present in myself, the atmosphere, and in all things.

[ The glow fades, and he lowers his hand. A slow exhale before he continues, keeping his answer plain and honest: ]

I would attempt to channel mana from the environment and use it to enhance the plant's mana, making them stronger or duplicating them. But ... I've never attempted to combine my magic with something from another world before, so I'm unsure how they'll interact. And mages of my kind are somewhat limited in our abilities unless we can manifest our attributes. Completely preventing my trees from mingling with your plants may be difficult.

Date: 2020-12-11 03:38 am (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] laeradr
... are you certain?

[ Not that he intends to second-guess her decision. He'll ultimately accept her judgement, whatever it may be. Vangeance gazes at her quietly, assessing her reactions, searching for any signs of doubt or duress.

Because once he does start his work, there's no taking it back. The decision will have been set in stone. ]


Of course, I'll do my utmost to find a way to transport everyone here to their homes, whether directly or through your a seed in your world. And I intend to preserve your plants' integrity to the best of my abilities. But ... I understand this isn't an easy decision for you to make. I wouldn't wish for you to regret it in the future.

Date: 2020-12-11 05:14 am (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] laeradr
[ There's a heartbeat's pause before he smiles softly. ]

Very well.

[ Then he gives a half-bow, his posture impeccable as he dips his head. Given his rank back home, it's not often that he has to make such a formal gesture, but here, it feels appropriate. ]

Thank you for your trust, Paige. I promise I'll do my best to make it worthwhile.

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