Sword Quest XIV - A Z-Machine Adventure

[Hello Purvis]

> "We can consider it some more tomorrow, when we will presumably see her again. Seiga will be there as well, to contribute to the discussion."

>"Well, that might be best," says Tojiko.

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[Kilgamayan]

> How often do we explicitly tell Futo and Tojiko how much we care about them?

[Hello Purvis]

> How often do we explicitly tell Futo and Tojiko how much we care about them?

>Not very frequently. None of you are particularly prone to gushing in such a manner.

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[Kilgamayan]

> Nod.
> "And finally, ah...I do not say this sort of thing very often, but...in my adventures today, I found myself experiencing many new and interesting things and people this land has to offer. And even with everything that happened today, my largest regret was that I was not able to share those experiences with you two."

[Hello Purvis]

> Nod.
> "And finally, ah...I do not say this sort of thing very often, but...in my adventures today, I found myself experiencing many new and interesting things and people this land has to offer. And even with everything that happened today, my largest regret was that I was not able to share those experiences with you two."

>"I think it is safe to say we experienced quite a bit together, no?" says Futo, chuckling.

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[Kilgamayan]

> Chuckle in response.
> "Of course. But you know what I mean."

[Hello Purvis]

> Chuckle in response.
> "Of course. But you know what I mean."

>"Perhaps once the first snow falls?" says Tojiko.

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[Kilgamayan]

> "That is a splendid idea. And it reminds me of something from earlier today, when I encountered a goddess of turning leaves on the mountain. I believe we should make a little bit of personal time for a picnic on that portion of the mountain, to appreciate the beauty of nature together."

[Hello Purvis]

> "That is a splendid idea. And it reminds me of something from earlier today, when I encountered a goddess of turning leaves on the mountain. I believe we should make a little bit of personal time for a picnic on that portion of the mountain, to appreciate the beauty of nature together."

>"Ah that sounds lovely," says Futo. Tojiko nods in agreement.

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[Kilgamayan]

> Smile.
> "I am glad you both think so. Perhaps said goddess will pay us a visit, as well. I do not know if you have met her or not in your own travels."

[Hello Purvis]

> Smile.
> "I am glad you both think so. Perhaps said goddess will pay us a visit, as well. I do not know if you have met her or not in your own travels."

>"I have met preciously few gods," says Futo.
>"None," says Tojiko. Futo nods in agreement.

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[Kilgamayan]

> "I will hope she joins us, then."

[Hello Purvis]

> "I will hope she joins us, then."

>"I guess that wouldn't be so bad," says Tojiko.
>"I admit...I am a bit wary about associating with gods too freely," says Futo. "It seems to be asking to get swept into things we would be best to avoid."

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[Kilgamayan]

> Is the Tao not big on gods? Or is Futo just being generically worried about supernatural beings?

Heading to bed. Still not done here, for the record.

[Hello Purvis]

> Is the Tao not big on gods? Or is Futo just being generically worried about supernatural beings?

>The Tao has nothing to do with divinity. Nor does it reject such concepts; some more practical branches are devoted to placating them. It can be argued that getting involved with such may be stepping out of the natural order, though. This in mind, you think Futo is just being cautious.

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[Kilgamayan]

> "I understand. I am certainly not suggesting we make a habit of it."

[Hello Purvis]

> "I understand. I am certainly not suggesting we make a habit of it."

>Futo nods.

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[Kilgamayan]

> "I suppose I need to train myself better on such considerations. A number of the supernatural residents of this land are...surprisingly human, at least on the surface."

[Hello Purvis]

> "I suppose I need to train myself better on such considerations. A number of the supernatural residents of this land are...surprisingly human, at least on the surface."

>"I'd definitely be careful about that." says Tojiko.

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[Kilgamayan]

> "Of course."

[Hello Purvis]

> "Of course."

>"Mmm, seems like our plates are rather full for the future, are they not?" Futo says.

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[Kilgamayan]

> Nod.
> "It seems so. I suppose such is to be expected given today's events and the fact that we are still fairly new to this land, however."

[Hello Purvis]

> Nod.
> "It seems so. I suppose such is to be expected given today's events and the fact that we are still fairly new to this land, however."

>"Either way, if you intend to win that tournament tomorrow, we should probably be getting to sleep soon," says Tojiko.

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[Kilgamayan]

> Oh, right, that.
> Mental note: next time we see Youmu after tomorrow's duel, let her know that we never got to ask any tengu about the dueling club. She can take care of that herself, since it was her idea.
> "I suspect Futo will have a better chance than I will, but you are correct nonetheless."

[Hello Purvis]

> Oh, right, that.
> Mental note: next time we see Youmu after tomorrow's duel, let her know that we never got to ask any tengu about the dueling club. She can take care of that herself, since it was her idea.
> "I suspect Futo will have a better chance than I will, but you are correct nonetheless."

>"I will do my best," says Futo, "But I will be counting on your support, Crown Prince."

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[Kilgamayan]

> Smile.
> "That goes without saying."

[Hello Purvis]

> Smile.
> "That goes without saying."

>Futo simply gives a confident nod.

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[Kilgamayan]

> "Indeed. Remember that...the both of you are very, very dear to me, and I will always support you and care for you as much as I am able."

[Hello Purvis]

> "Indeed. Remember that...the both of you are very, very dear to me, and I will always support you and care for you as much as I am able."

>Futo chuckles. "Much the same, Crown Prince."
>"I wouldn't have come this far, otherwise," Tojiko says, a bit less lightly.

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[Kilgamayan]

> "Thank you, my friends."
> Stand back up and give each of them a hug that doesn't reaggravate or injuries (or Tojiko's).