Who ⬤ xingqiu & friends(?) What ⬤ mingle prompts, substories, closed starters. When ⬤ september, october, etc Where ⬤ around the city Content Warnings ⬤ will update as necessary.
( ooc: open to all but if you prefer a custom starter send me a PM )
[ Fortunately there is tea available although it's not the usually lovingly brewed kind. It came from a bottle, but at least it was an option, just like there is water and juice available. He is aware that not everyone wants to drink any alcoholic beverages while on the job or begin their journey into the world of spirits in this environment. ]
No. Not really. I don't believe any of the lieutenants are forcing anyone to stay. As far as I'm aware, the only reason to remain here is to get some extra earnings. But I suppose it's likely far more appealing for those who have recently arrived [ he nods towards Kou ] compared to those who have already established themselves. There is really no allure if your finances are sound.
[ As for how casual the Sutoku Alliance's members are. Well, that is a bit more difficult to gauge. There are disagreements, that's certain, and not everyone is as easy going he has come to find. But just avoid anyone that wants to nag! ]
Depends on who you talk to. That's what I would say. My own experience is due to attempting to remain in the background, that gives me a bit of leeway.
So that is to say, you are uncertain of how willing you are to participate in the Alliance's endeavors. Not even to fulfill your contract?
[ Honestly, it's just a light-hearted jab and nothing more. Soon enough he ends up picking a mug of his own which he nurses for a bit before taking a small sip himself. He regards the liquid a moment. Honestly, he is very much in the same boat. What could have been done is now nothing more than a missed opportunity and right now it just feels that people are making a lot of decisions while he is being dragged along for the ride.
It's a bumpy one at that. ]
But I guess the more immediate goal is gaining financial influence. Admittedly, with that sole purpose in mind, I can't say I am all that interested either. Although it's necessary — I thought to do as much as I can, as quickly as possible, and then well — I am here now in the same situation as before.
Well, I guess I can't live happily picking Sunsettias. And there are no Sunsettias here.
Mmmm. It's more that I'm willing to fulfill my contract... but I also want to be sure that what I'm supporting is something I support. I don't want to hurt people if I don't have to or steal from people or make peoples' lives worse, you know?
[ He takes a slow sip, considering. ]
So... there are things I won't do. Or I'll oppose. No matter what the contract says.
I see, you're a man of conviction then. Not once do you consider wavering from your morals. A good man, I would say.
[ While he may not speak of his own principles, swiftly agreeing with Kou's sentiments is indicative of his own leanings. His code is simple: Be good, and do good. Within this city, there are difficulties. People are divided into factions that at times are at odds with one another. Inaction is probably the safest route not to cause harm but that isn't his style either.
While he may not get deeply involved, he does what little he can when he is aware that a direct positive result is attainable. So maybe that just means helping little older ladies cross the street... ]
Contribute in whatever way you can, what's the use in becoming a different, lesser person.
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Hmm, really? There's nothing compelling us to stick around?
[ Interesting. ]
Are the Sutoku really that casual about it?
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No. Not really. I don't believe any of the lieutenants are forcing anyone to stay. As far as I'm aware, the only reason to remain here is to get some extra earnings. But I suppose it's likely far more appealing for those who have recently arrived [ he nods towards Kou ] compared to those who have already established themselves. There is really no allure if your finances are sound.
[ As for how casual the Sutoku Alliance's members are. Well, that is a bit more difficult to gauge. There are disagreements, that's certain, and not everyone is as easy going he has come to find. But just avoid anyone that wants to nag! ]
Depends on who you talk to. That's what I would say. My own experience is due to attempting to remain in the background, that gives me a bit of leeway.
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[ He shrugs and takes a little sip. ]
Even if it's for money... I don't know. It's not that interesting of a job, you know?
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[ Honestly, it's just a light-hearted jab and nothing more. Soon enough he ends up picking a mug of his own which he nurses for a bit before taking a small sip himself. He regards the liquid a moment. Honestly, he is very much in the same boat. What could have been done is now nothing more than a missed opportunity and right now it just feels that people are making a lot of decisions while he is being dragged along for the ride.
It's a bumpy one at that. ]
But I guess the more immediate goal is gaining financial influence. Admittedly, with that sole purpose in mind, I can't say I am all that interested either. Although it's necessary — I thought to do as much as I can, as quickly as possible, and then well — I am here now in the same situation as before.
Well, I guess I can't live happily picking Sunsettias. And there are no Sunsettias here.
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[ He takes a slow sip, considering. ]
So... there are things I won't do. Or I'll oppose. No matter what the contract says.
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[ While he may not speak of his own principles, swiftly agreeing with Kou's sentiments is indicative of his own leanings. His code is simple: Be good, and do good. Within this city, there are difficulties. People are divided into factions that at times are at odds with one another. Inaction is probably the safest route not to cause harm but that isn't his style either.
While he may not get deeply involved, he does what little he can when he is aware that a direct positive result is attainable. So maybe that just means helping little older ladies cross the street... ]
Contribute in whatever way you can, what's the use in becoming a different, lesser person.
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[ He shrugs. ]
It's nice of you to say that, though.