[ To that end, Sorey simply shrugs. ] I'm sure people have a variety of reasons for staying! I can only imagine what all they are.
[ And the people should have that choice, most definitely -- he's all in favor of that. However, his expression turns a bit worried then. ]
But, you're right. Given that Olympia and Wyver were bitter enemies up until this point, I worry for those who choose to stay here. To welcome refugees from an enemy faction with such open arms at the drop of a hat... something about it doesn't add up.
It could be as simple as them not wanting to see Olympia's numbers grow any higher than they already are.
[She shrugs lightly.]
We haven't grown up there our whole lives, after all. They might be hesitant to accept natural-born citizens of Olympia, but people like us, who have only been there a few months...? That's hardly enough time to build up the sort of enmity that seems to exist between them. Enticing us to stay with them bolsters their ranks while keeping our skills out of the hands of their enemies.
...or perhaps they really are just trying to be welcoming for the sake of it, but even to an outsider like me, that seems like a bit of a stretch.
[Admittedly, she's a little cynical because of all the blatant corruption she was dealing with before coming here, but hey.]
Right. I agree -- it could be a play to gain the loyalty of people whose trust was broken by the outbreak in Olympia. Since we weren't raised there, just kind of escorted there a matter of months ago, it seems like a perfect time to capitalize on the shaken faith of the people.
[ Green eyes narrow, and he cups his chin in thought. ] If you think about it, in a way, it's almost like... recruiting.
[She nods at that. Sorey is thinking along the same lines she has been - it's a little gratifying to hear, in all honesty.]
They made the arrangement to cooperate with Olympia after the Olympians were able to hand over many of the conspirators that were caught to them. And many of them were caught by refugees like us... [She hums.] Furthermore, many refugees assisted in the production of a cure. I can't quite blame the people of Wyver for wanting to woo strong fighters and intelligent scientists to their side, exactly, but the timing does seem a little suspect.
[ They do seem to be on the same wavelength about this. Much as the idea of this all being less than innocuous is a bit saddening to think about, it's sounding more and more like a real probability. ]
So they got an even better deal out of this than I thought... [ He scratches his cheek idly. ] You're right about the timing, but it all makes a little more sense now, at least.
That said, I believe there are a fair handful who intend to return to Olympia as well, I myself among them.
[Not really because she thinks Olympia is more trustworthy than Wyver, but...]
There are some things I'd like to look into there. And for the moment, travel between these two countries should be remaining open... I'd like to make use of that for as long as I can and then make a decision once I know more.
[ Olympia is the only 'home' he's known since arriving here. Also, he can't simply discard the home he's made of his prior residence, for a multitude of reasons. ]
Until I hear the situation from all sides, I'm staying put. [ A beat. ] Although...
If Wyver gains significant numbers, you don't think they'd try to launch an attack on Olympia, do you? Sure, things seem peaceful now, but once the gates close, who knows what might happen?
[And it's part of why she'd like to stay in Cree's good graces, since the man seems to have a knowledge of the goings-on in both Olympia and in Wyver. If she can get information out of him, she can use it to protect the people she cares about.]
Given the apparent enmity between Wyver and Olympia... I can't say that it would surprise me. However, they agreed to work with Olympia in an official - and public - capacity. It seems to me that they would have a difficult time justifying turning on them unless there was some sort of catalyst for it.
[ She’s got some good placement, then. Sorey, conversely, lost many of his contacts when he fell back asleep -- some for good, from the sounds of it -- and has yet to reclaim them all. In short, he’s woefully behind. ]
True... but I’m sure it wouldn’t be hard for them to find an infraction serious enough to break the peace, if that’s what they really want. In fact, it’s possible they might already be looking for one.
[ One misstep would be all it takes. ]
Much as I don’t want to think that’s likely, it’s something we can’t rule out.
[It's an unfortunate truth, but it's one they certainly can't afford to blind themselves to. The day may very well come when they find themselves with no choice but to choose one side or the other for survival's sake.
Hopefully that day won't come. But if it does...]
It would be best to keep our eyes and ears open for any hint of change coming, I'd say.
I'd like to believe otherwise, but I don't think that you're wrong.
[It really is a shame. What can they do to ensure that the scales remain balanced for as long as possible? It really would be unfortunate if some kind of violent fighting broke out.]
What's the phrase... "Hope for the best, while preparing for the worst"?
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Date: 2017-12-30 06:06 pm (UTC)[ To that end, Sorey simply shrugs. ] I'm sure people have a variety of reasons for staying! I can only imagine what all they are.
[ And the people should have that choice, most definitely -- he's all in favor of that. However, his expression turns a bit worried then. ]
But, you're right. Given that Olympia and Wyver were bitter enemies up until this point, I worry for those who choose to stay here. To welcome refugees from an enemy faction with such open arms at the drop of a hat... something about it doesn't add up.
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Date: 2017-12-30 09:47 pm (UTC)[She shrugs lightly.]
We haven't grown up there our whole lives, after all. They might be hesitant to accept natural-born citizens of Olympia, but people like us, who have only been there a few months...? That's hardly enough time to build up the sort of enmity that seems to exist between them. Enticing us to stay with them bolsters their ranks while keeping our skills out of the hands of their enemies.
...or perhaps they really are just trying to be welcoming for the sake of it, but even to an outsider like me, that seems like a bit of a stretch.
[Admittedly, she's a little cynical because of all the blatant corruption she was dealing with before coming here, but hey.]
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Date: 2017-12-30 09:58 pm (UTC)[ Green eyes narrow, and he cups his chin in thought. ] If you think about it, in a way, it's almost like... recruiting.
(no subject)
Date: 2017-12-30 10:04 pm (UTC)[She nods at that. Sorey is thinking along the same lines she has been - it's a little gratifying to hear, in all honesty.]
They made the arrangement to cooperate with Olympia after the Olympians were able to hand over many of the conspirators that were caught to them. And many of them were caught by refugees like us... [She hums.] Furthermore, many refugees assisted in the production of a cure. I can't quite blame the people of Wyver for wanting to woo strong fighters and intelligent scientists to their side, exactly, but the timing does seem a little suspect.
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Date: 2017-12-30 10:33 pm (UTC)So they got an even better deal out of this than I thought... [ He scratches his cheek idly. ] You're right about the timing, but it all makes a little more sense now, at least.
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Date: 2017-12-30 10:36 pm (UTC)[Not really because she thinks Olympia is more trustworthy than Wyver, but...]
There are some things I'd like to look into there. And for the moment, travel between these two countries should be remaining open... I'd like to make use of that for as long as I can and then make a decision once I know more.
(no subject)
Date: 2017-12-30 11:07 pm (UTC)[ Olympia is the only 'home' he's known since arriving here. Also, he can't simply discard the home he's made of his prior residence, for a multitude of reasons. ]
Until I hear the situation from all sides, I'm staying put. [ A beat. ] Although...
If Wyver gains significant numbers, you don't think they'd try to launch an attack on Olympia, do you? Sure, things seem peaceful now, but once the gates close, who knows what might happen?
(no subject)
Date: 2017-12-31 04:13 am (UTC)[And it's part of why she'd like to stay in Cree's good graces, since the man seems to have a knowledge of the goings-on in both Olympia and in Wyver. If she can get information out of him, she can use it to protect the people she cares about.]
Given the apparent enmity between Wyver and Olympia... I can't say that it would surprise me. However, they agreed to work with Olympia in an official - and public - capacity. It seems to me that they would have a difficult time justifying turning on them unless there was some sort of catalyst for it.
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Date: 2018-01-05 09:23 pm (UTC)True... but I’m sure it wouldn’t be hard for them to find an infraction serious enough to break the peace, if that’s what they really want. In fact, it’s possible they might already be looking for one.
[ One misstep would be all it takes. ]
Much as I don’t want to think that’s likely, it’s something we can’t rule out.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-07 08:51 am (UTC)[It's an unfortunate truth, but it's one they certainly can't afford to blind themselves to. The day may very well come when they find themselves with no choice but to choose one side or the other for survival's sake.
Hopefully that day won't come. But if it does...]
It would be best to keep our eyes and ears open for any hint of change coming, I'd say.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-09 09:11 pm (UTC)[ Said with a resolute nod. ]
No matter what the agreement is between the two sides, something tells me this peace won't last long...
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-10 05:24 am (UTC)[It really is a shame. What can they do to ensure that the scales remain balanced for as long as possible? It really would be unfortunate if some kind of violent fighting broke out.]
What's the phrase... "Hope for the best, while preparing for the worst"?
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-10 08:23 pm (UTC)I don't know the phrase, but that sounds like a plan, in any case.
It's about all we can do for now, anyway.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-12 06:30 am (UTC)[They really do think alike, don't they? Haru smiles.]
...I hope the two of us can stay in contact in the coming months. I get the feeling we'll be able to work well together.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-12 07:37 pm (UTC)[ That smile is easily returned. ]
It’s been a pleasure talking with you! [ Even if their conversation piece was a little... somber.
He’s about ready to leave off there and bring things to a close, but then belatedly remembers something. ]
Oh, right -- should we exchange contact information?
[ Because he almost forgot that’s A Thing here. ]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-12 10:58 pm (UTC)[She's sure if they tried hard enough they'd be able to track each other down, but that might be weird and a little creepy, depending.
Anyway, time to whip out their phones and take care of that.]
...there you go!
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-14 03:12 am (UTC)Thanks!
[ He sends his back. Hopefully. He's learned to type and do the basics, but technology still isn't his strong suit. ]
I hope we're able to meet again.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-14 04:37 am (UTC)[She sounds very sure of that. For one thing, they can easily seek each other out if they need it. For another -]
Compared to where I came from, these places are relatively small. So... it won't be difficult at all for us to run into each other.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-14 04:50 am (UTC)It's the exact opposite for me. Everything here is so bustling and lively at all hours... it's night and day from where I was raised!
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-14 08:31 am (UTC)[Hmm. Well, she supposes it's not terribly surprising - Tokyo's big even by modern-day standards.]
I suppose it's a matter of perspective...
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-15 03:59 am (UTC)[ He shrugs slightly. ]
I've even met someone here who came from another planet entirely!
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-15 04:55 am (UTC)[It was a Martian, wasn't it? There are so many Martians in this game.]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-15 06:19 am (UTC)[ Which is still just... mind-blowing. ]
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-15 09:38 pm (UTC)[Haru's eyes go wide.]
That's amazing. Where I come from, nobody has ever been able to confirm whether or not there was life on Mars.
(no subject)
Date: 2018-01-16 06:11 pm (UTC)[ He rubs the back of his neck sheepishly. ] It's not something anyone's given a lot of thought to, really.
[ But he came into the world in one of its darkest hours; surely people had bigger, more pressing things on their minds. ]
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