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Hello, my name is Olivine. I'm a priest of the God of Klein, and I enjoy helping others in my free time. I'm also a healer, so if you ever find yourself in need, please don't hesitate to seek me out for assistance or conversation or both.
I like to think myself quite easy to get along with, and I'm happy to make friends and acquaintances. I've been told I can be a little too optimistic sometimes, but I can't really help it. Ah, and I've been working on myself of late to become more self-confident, with the help of others around me.
For the moment, I'm just looking to make connections. If I can, I'd also like to find something to do with myself—I have experience with several creative endeavours.
I may not be able to offer much now, but I hope to become more helpful in the future. Please bear with me in the interim.
As I mentioned before, I'm a healer and a priest. I also know a fair bit of magic, at least how it works in my own world. On top of that, I enjoy painting and writing.
I have a penchant for trying new things, even when they may seem strange. I'm quite... resilient, when it comes to that.
Oh, I don't know. I like a lot of fantasy books, especially ones with intrigue and romance in them, as well as tomes and history books. I also quite enjoy church music, though... I suppose I just like music in general. Things that are pleasant to listen to and soothe the heart.
I haven't gotten a chance to experience much in the way of food, personally. I do love home-cooked meals and fresh breads, things that are flavourful and comforting.
Well... I think my ideal partner would be someone strong-willed, confident, and warm-hearted. Someone kind and understanding, who can accept me as I am.
Mm... and it wouldn't hurt if he was someone playful and a bit rough. I like it when I'm taken by surprise, in all senses of the word, by someone I trust. Of course... it's also best if they can handle a little playfulness in return.
WINE
.02 CLOWNS OR MIMES
CLOWNS
.03 SHOWER OR BATH
BATH
.04 PIRATES OR NINJAS
PIRATES
.05 TITS OR ASS
TITS
.06 COFFEE OR TEA
TEA
.07 SPICY OR SWEET
SWEET
.08 SUMMER OR WINTER
SUMMER
.09 LEATHER OR LACE
LACE
10. ROUGH SEX OR GENTLE SEX
ROUGH SEX
ENFJ-T
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[ Meaning that Midnight doesn't go by his actual name... Not that that seems to bother him much. If anything, by the way he finds an alcove behind a bookcase, and looks at its cozy arrangement of sofas and tables next to a wide window overlooking the Vale, it seems like he's quite happy to look toward whatever's next, to leave the past to the past. ]
Let's have a seat. I'm not sure if this is open enough for you, but then again, I'm not sure if you're waiting for another guest.
[ Midnight doesn't look all that put out by the idea, either. The more, the merrier, as far as he's concerned. ]
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Midnight, then.
[he's quick to follow Midnight to a good seat, and it really is a beautiful space. the vale stretches out beyond the window, a warm smile drawing over his face.]
No, no, this is more than fine. I think I ended up that way because I was used to spending time with the children, back at the church. You're the only partner I'm expecting right now.
[laughing, Olivine sets his notebook down as he takes a seat, stretching mildly.]
Thank you for agreeing to come meet with me, for that matter.
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[ Midnight grins, taking a seat and putting his book on a nearby table before leaning in, watching Olivine stretch. He really is very endearing... ]
Is there anything you'd like to tell me about the writing process before we start? I have my own tastes in writing, of course, but I don't know what you consider useful or helpful with regard to sorting through new ideas.
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[he glances over when Midnight sits nearby, offering another little smile. it's nice, having someone to talk to about stories. even if it's just simple conversation that means nothing in the end... which he doubts will happen, to be honest.]
Mm, not at all. I find that just listening is often enough to spark an idea; understanding what mechanics are of interest in a story is a big part of writing them. Some of the books I wrote for the children also included morals within the stories, of course, but all fiction has its merits.
So please, do feel free to be candid with me, Midnight.
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Thank you. Well... Let's start with where you were willing to start with me, mm? With fairytales, stories with morals for children. Although I've an interest in fairytales specifically, I haven't been able to find any in this library just yet. Instead, I made a list of titles then I liked, and then rather than write the whole synopsis for each, simply wrote down what parts of them struck me first as I recalled the story... For some, it was the characters; for others, it was certainly the way the plot went, how the world responded to the choices the characters made...
[ And he'll honestly talk about these things for hours. For someone who never had a proper higher level education, he's very articulate and has strong opinions about literature; for someone very opinionated, he has a tendency to explain his views fully and take other viewpoints under consideration very deeply. He's had a lot of conversations about books and it shows, even if none of them strictly took place in an academic environment. ]
... But I think I like it best when a character makes a surprising decision that, when you look back at their actions and thoughts over the course of the book, aren't so surprising after all. It's the sort of thing that makes me feel as though you're getting to know a character, both the good parts and the bad.
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[hearing him talk about it brings a smile to Olivine's face. they're similar in that—taking bits and pieces from story to story and weaving them together has always been a good source of inspiration. moreover, well... the priest is used to listening to the whims of children. it makes Midnight's articulate approach all the simpler to digest.]
Mm. There's nothing better than seeing the growth of a character, too. Flaws and features are often harder to see apart than not, until something illuminates them one way or the other. I like stories like that, too. Especially where things seem dire and unchangeable, but something helps them to find another way through their struggles.
[this is pretty telling, in a lot of ways.]
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[ Something telling indeed. It seems like they both have grand life changes in common.
Midnight leans back a bit. It turns out that the book that he brought with him was a nicely bound, but otherwise plain notebook he'd bought from some specialty store; his notes are in there, and he's been adding more as they've talked. It sits open on his thigh, and he looks at what they've added so far. ]
It sounds like we're talking about a protagonist, or at least a character with a lot of influence on the story... What do you think? Sometimes, I feel like the most interesting characters are the ones on the side, living their own lives as the main character progresses through the story. In that sense, sometimes the most interesting stories are the ones with no main characters at all.
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[their notes are no doubt different—though it's probably a bit hard to tell, since Olivine's native script is very... not recognisable to anyone who uses normal human-esque scripts.
at least the "ends badly" part probably isn't relating to him, given his personality and warmth. probably.]
Mm, it does seem like it could be a protagonist, yes... but I think it's possible to view a side-character the same way, as well. Overall, there isn't much difference between the two, other than the story's focus. So perhaps a story where there isn't focus on any specific character, and instead on the world they live in, with moments of focus?
my packing up and moving era is almost over... thank you for your patience.......
[ Midnight claps his hands together, then stretches, peering at his wrist for the time. ]
We'll have to come up with a proper bunch of characters, then... The sort of people whose stories fit together, challenge one another. But are you thirsty? It really is unusual of me to neglect bringing a drink of some sort... I suppose the prospect of this venture caught my faculties rather well.
[ He has a solution for this, actually — he's been here enough times to know which side rooms in this place have water stations — but he shakes his head regardless. He didn't even bring a drop of champagne... He's usually quite good about remembering to bring gifts to a first meeting, even if they aren't necessarily material. ]
gentle pats... I wish you all the luck and give all the strength I can to get through this
[a pause then, his smile a little sheepish. he hadn't even considered it, truthfully, before that moment.]
... it seems all the fuss took my mind off of it, but I am a little thirsty. Normally I'm much more aware of it myself. Shall we break to find something to drink?
thank you... also that hair is so cute wtf
[ Midnight gets up, pulls the wrinkles out of his clothing, and extends a hand to Olivine to help him up, a smile on his face. ]
There's a rest area nearby with water, but if you like, we can also take a walk to Early Bird Hall for heavier libations. I don't know about you, but I could use the walk.
[ They were talking for quite some time, after all. Midnight, for all that he likes curling up with a book, isn't the type to stay still for long. ]
IT IS I'm so mad, the event was so good for him
I don't usually imbibe much, but I don't mind the idea. And a walk would be wonderful.
[in contrast, the priest can absolutely stay still for ages when he's learning or writing, but he does like being active in turn. the more they can do, the better. closing his notebook, Olivine stows the pen against its cover and moves to join the taller man, offering a warm smile as he does.]
🙏 blessed...
You write for children generally, don't you? I'd imagine their demands aren't nearly as complex as what we've been discussing so far. We may need more than a few meetings to solidify these ideas into writing. I can't say I'm not looking forward to the prospect, though.
[ A grin. This is fun, and it feels lovely and daring to occupy their time with something that isn't the main directive. ]
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[giving a soft giggle as they walk, Olivine stretches his arms in turn, head tilting to look up at the taller man.]
I don't think there's a reason to limit ourselves to the library, either—in fact, it might be easier to do the work somewhere we don't need to worry about our volume so much.
[creative discussions are best done over food and drink, right? well, food in at least one man's case. the atmosphere is the important part.]
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[ Midnight nods. Children don't tend to think in terms of what's realistic or easy, after all. He rather admires them for that. ]
You've a point... Hm. That leaves some sort of cafe or one of our rooms, I think. Are you hungry as well? I've some champagne in my room, but no food to speak of, unfortunately.
[ Midnight's appetite is... complicated, but he doesn't mind sitting around while another person eats. He's always enjoyed being surrounded by people, even if it's just to take in the atmosphere. ]
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[his head inclines forward as Midnight continues, humming thoughtfully in consideration.]
I'm not particularly hungry, no—I ate not too long before coming here. Either option is comfortable for me, though I must admit I'm not much of a drinker. I'll probably have a glass and then water is fine...
[although he can certainly have more, he's just being a little conservative. having an enjoyable time around someone else is worth more than overestimating himself, or so he thinks.]
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[ Which are both very unusual lines for a host... But it's not as though many people here know that. Midnight grins, though, begins to direct them both to the elevators. ]
My, time flies, though... I'm glad you've had something to eat, at least. Wouldn't want you falling over mid-session, even if we were both having a lovely time. You were enjoying yourself, though... I could tell.
[ And Midnight positively glows when he says that. He likes it when people are happy around him. Happiness is its own reward, as far as he's concerned. ]
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[Olivine smiles at that grin in turn, following Midnight out of the library and off to the elevators, glancing over when he speaks again.]
Mm, it wouldn't have been so bad... I've gone a fair amount of time without eating. But I prefer not to unless it's necessary, of course... and I was, yes. You as well, as far as I could see. I haven't had such an involved conversation with someone in a while, hehe.
[they're both similar in that, too. company and happiness run hand in hand in some measures, deeply rooted and warm to feel.]
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[ Midnight looks over, measuring up the parts Olivine has chosen to show about himself, before continuing on to the elevators, pressing the button on its panel. ]
I do hope there will be many more reasons for you to partake of what's around us, rather than go without. I don't like the idea of anyone in such a place of plenty having to struggle for basic needs.
[ There is, of course, the matter of sex being the main way to earn any kind of revenue here, and the problems inherent to that... But really, Midnight means to say that he simply hopes that this place is much better for Olivine, no matter the reason why he didn't have chances to eat. ]
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[Olivine's laugh is warm and apologetic, head shaking.]
Back in Klein, there were times where I would forget, because my duties were at the fore of my mind. It was never terribly intentional, [except that one time, and he almost died then, so he's pretending it doesn't exist thanks!!!] just sort of happened.
[as cheerful as he is when talking about it, the implications and the faint thread of guilt are always there under the surface.]
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Never terribly intentional, huh. Midnight looks at Olivine askance, thinks of his own behavior on the landship. Thinks of his own behavior here, really. When was the last time he'd had a proper meal, anyway...? ]
I often wonder what having that sort of passion for one's duties is like. It's something to admire... So long as you weren't giving your loved ones too much grief, that is.
[ Projecting? No. Never. Of course not. ]
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[he laughs at that, hand resting on his chest as the elevator comes to a stop. once, it would cover up so much pain and suffering, but now... well, he doesn't hate what he is anymore, after all.
if he knew how Midnight had been existing, he'd no doubt have concerns, no matter how... unusual his appetite might be.]
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[ Midnight smiles. They finally make it to the elevators; Midnight presses the button to summon one, looks over at Olivine. ]
Although it doesn't occur to me to think of limitations with regard to you, darling. You seem the sort to be able to do anything you put your mind to.
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Mm, I definitely don't want to disappoint the people I care for... or make them worry too much. What we do is dangerous enough already.
[The compliment brings a soft pink flush to Olivine's cheeks, head ducking shyly.]
There are plenty of things I'm quite incapable of... but I do find that my determination does get me through most of what I try, at least passably. As a child of the church, after all, my life has always been filled with opportunity.
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Still, he doesn't seem to be overtly upset, so Midnight is content to lead the way into the elevator and hit the button for his own room with the other 6 ranks. ]
Opportunity... for danger? You don't seem the sort to seek it, if I may say so.
[ Then again, most of the iconography for angels in Midnight's own world has the vast majority of them carrying guns, so the idea is unsurprising, at least. ]
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