To Infinity and Beyond

[aloof_savant]

It certainly looks like everyone's starting to settle in their new surroundings. I'm surprised that some of them even took up jobs! Not that I'm complaining... my notes and books have never been tidier, it's a hell of a time saver. I bet Albert would be jealous if he knew how I lived. Or probably not. Then there's that new innkeeper, who's even got experience in paperwork! Can you believe my luck? ...I guess I shouldn't be too glad. These people surely wish they were rather home than here.

...Man, infinite worlds, huh? There must be all kinds of uniquely interesting people out there. Thousands, I bet.

Comments

[fierce_marauder]

What, having a hard time with her?

As far as I could tell, her and Elenor were peas in a pod.

[aloof_savant]

Let's just say it's not as glamorous as you might think.

Really now? She's driven like a Silverberg, that's for sure.

[fierce_marauder]

I don't know what you're complaining about! You get to look at pretty girls all day and someone cleans your room for you. No obligations on your end, either!

I can't believe that old witch had relatives. I sure hope you guys ain't her secret grand-grandsons or whatever.

[aloof_savant]

You misunderstand me; I'm not complaining, I'm simply downplaying your harem fantasies! Erin, our innkeeper, makes time for all our guests, even you.

Would such a relation really bother you?

[fierce_marauder]

You need to have more fun with this!

You don't know that lady like I do, alright? ... Though I guess it wouldn't bother me that much. Just creepy. It'd be nice to know she left something behind other than her legacy and Agnes.

[aloof_savant]

Fun? And what exactly would you do in my shoes?

Silverbergs have a way of leaving their mark on history. My grandfather even believes that we shape it. Honestly, I'd much rather leave a family or ideals than something meaningless like a page in history!

[fierce_marauder]

Hey, don't ask me something like that! They're too young for me.

What, are you serious? Are you adopted or something? As far as I've heard and from what I've experienced, you guys get to pick who the good guys are after it's all said and done.

[aloof_savant]

You don't look that old! Are you sure you're not just the type who tells others what to do, but would never do those things himself?

All true! ...Well, not the adopted part. Sorry.

[fierce_marauder]

Are you encouraging me to hit on Agnes or that innkeeper, here? Is that what you're doin'?

What's not to like about deciding whether your pals get to live or die?

[aloof_savant]

Heheh... Aren't you encouraging me to be unprofessional, too?

You don't need to be a Silverberg to do that! You should read up on people like Shu and Apple. Even my relative Mathiu, bless his soul! They're the kind of strategists who don't just do it for recognition and status. Truly inspiring! Oh, if only Agnes would open her mind...

[fierce_marauder]

The difference is you're all teenagers. ... Or you look it, anyway. I'm gonna' pass on being that creepy older guy.

... Yeeaaaah, I'll just take your word for it instead of reading. And maybe you should bring this up with Agnes instead of me. I can't say I'm too excited about this.

[aloof_savant]

Too late. You already imagined all kinds of things, haven't you? Either as yourself, or through my eyes, or as a third person looking on me and the poor girls. I wonder which is creepiest?

I realize my passion is wasted on you -- your vibe is just more casual than hers!

[fierce_marauder]

... Geez. See, if you're saying this, then I think it's more likely you've already imagined all these things. Through your own eyes.

Heh, you just need someone to talk to who ain't keeping you all high-strung, huh?

[aloof_savant]

Ah~ but I don't think I'm old and creepy!

Hahah... I admit it's not the most stimulating conversation, but I could use a little break.

[fierce_marauder]

... W-wait a sec, you're just admitting you've already thought of all that without a fight?

... Gee, thanks. Let me know when you want a sword fight, then we'll be even with the stimulation levels.

[aloof_savant]

Of course not! I just don't argue about trivial things.

So brute... Yeah, can't. I use a battle hammer.

[fierce_marauder]

Nah, I bet you've already thought about it. And if you hadn't, you sure will tonight.

Makes no difference to me. If you're holding it, it'll be a joke. ... No offense.

[aloof_savant]

Hey! You're not very good at not being the creepy older guy.

None taken. I was obviously being sarcastic...

[fierce_marauder]

If I'm the creepy older guy then you're the younger closet-perv, kiddo.

I can never tell with you brainiac types.

[aloof_savant]

[ Really, really doesn't argue about trivial things. Instead he finds this so unstimulating, that he... ]

...aa...z...zzz... wha?

[fierce_marauder]

...

I'm going to go swing my sword at something.