Yes...and I've no doubt that someone is going to act if their situation is the same as ours. The only shred of optimism that I can offer is that there is a chance that the photograph is some manner of a hoax, but that obviously isn't a guarantee. There are simply too many unknown factors, which is the truly infuriating part.
[Like, he wants to reassure Iago, but man. He can't even reassure himself. So he hopes it helped that Iago was at least able to vent about the situation.
As for his own woes...oof. He hesitates, but he eventually pulls out his photo from his breastpocket and passes it over.]
Jade. Naturally, they would target Jade.
[There he is, the apparent man of Dist's life, considering he's all over his profile.]
[Yeah. Weirdly enough, it does help. He's barely even scratched the surface on why such a thing is so agitating, and yet it feels like he's able to think a little clearer and actually focus. It's weird, but certainly not a bad thing.
He nods at the first part, but is content to let it go.]
I can't say I'm surprised... Can you tell me more about Jade?
[He's absolutely curious about this person that is so important they came up on Dist's profile three times.]
[He's reluctant. And not because he has something against Iago- this is just a really sore subject for him. Maybe...it'll help, though. No one else back home ever wants to hear his bitching.]
Jade... [Yulia, how does he even define Jade anymore?] Jade is both my greatest enemy and the most important person in my life. He is an incredibly gifted fonist- a mage, simply put. He is the most brilliant man I have ever known. We've known each other since we were children and were practically inseparable. [By Dist's definition, but Iago's getting Dist's side so that's how it's gonna be.] But...something happened that devastated the both of us, and the aftermath of that incident put a massive chasm between us.
[He stares at the photo, his expression pained.]
I still haven't forgiven him for it, but I want to. It's why I haven't given up on making things right between us. And if Rembrandt actually manages to get the better of him, I... I cannot bear the thought of it.
[To be blunt, Iago has no idea how to react to this. It's mostly because he doesn't... have friends... He doesn't really understand the idea of being that close to anyone else, or of losing that bond in the first place. Perhaps the weirdest thing Dist has to say is about wanting to forgive Jade, which is really hard to imagine. Maybe he's just far more of a spiteful, petty asshole than Dist is.]
I see. [He doesn't, not really, but he's trying.] To have that chance taken from you by an outside source - something you couldn't have predicted or stopped... I can understand why that would be exceptionally agitating.
[So it's complicated, and that much he does get. It's complicated, and it sucks, and sometimes all you need to hear is someone else agreeing how much it sucks.]
When you get home, [when not if] I'm sure the two of you will have plenty to discuss. I hope it goes well.
[It's extremely complicated, for sure. Dist sighs and stuffs the photo back into his jacket.]
It is. My profile is likewise accurate-I have been working very hard to mend things between us by rectifying what happened all those years ago. He...has long since given up, but I certainly won't. And I refuse to allow those two to ruin decades of progress.
[That's not necessarily him saying that he intends to act or anything, but it's damn tempting.]
Regardless, you have my thanks for the support. I hope it does as well.
[Two decades, huh...? That's a long time to work towards something.]
Of course.
[There's a brief pause, where Iago's gaze darts and his nails dig into his pants for a moment before he settles.]
Should you want to talk about any of that at any point, my door will always be open to you.
[The words are easy and spoken in the same tone as usual, but it's not something he'd offer just anyone. It's a bit of a weird offer coming from him, of all people, but it's probably fine. Dist had the decency to check on him, after all.]
[That gets him to smile ever so slightly, though part of him is trying his best not to get too overwhelmed by all of this and it really shows.]
Consider that offer reciprocated. Though I have to say, it has been...well, it seems like eons since I have been able to speak plainly about troubling subjects with someone. So I must thank you again for listening to my ramblings about something that doesn't mean anything to you.
[The situation sure is shitty but what has him the most thrown off is that he's met some decent people despite it all.
Yes. Yes, Iago is one of those decent people. I don't even.]
[...i can't believe i'm writing this, but dist deserves better.]
Think nothing of it. You were the one to come check on me, after all.
[...]
Though I must admit, I do feel the same. It isn't often I actually... discuss the things that irritate me.
[It's never! There isn't exactly any time to bitch when he's so busy tending to Garon and more or less keeping Nohr running. Well, okay, the war with Hoshido running, Nohr's kind of falling to the wayside but it'll be fine once he's king.]
Who would have guessed that all of this would be good for something?
[Does it make up for being stuck with murder-happy hosts with hostage incentives? N...ot really, but at least they have venting opportunities to keep them going.]
We shall have to keep getting as much use out of this situation as possible. It wouldn't be the first time I've pushed through something on spite alone.
[But it would've been way better to have people to be spiteful with like he does here.]
That's certainly true. It's apparent that most won't appreciate our accomplishments as much as we will, so I can't say I'm opposed to being a bit egotistical.
Oh, she absolutely is. Though if these incentives continue, I find it a bit worrying what she might come up with next.
[Starting strong out of the gate can't be good.]
But that is a worry for the us of the future. For now, I will continue to pursue a solution for our energy crisis. That should be a step in the right direction to finding a way out of his horrible town.
In the meantime, come find me if you come across any particularly interesting machines or electrical devices. There has to be something around this town that will provide more clues to regaining a harness on the electricity here.
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[Like, he wants to reassure Iago, but man. He can't even reassure himself. So he hopes it helped that Iago was at least able to vent about the situation.
As for his own woes...oof. He hesitates, but he eventually pulls out his photo from his breastpocket and passes it over.]
Jade. Naturally, they would target Jade.
[There he is, the apparent man of Dist's life, considering he's all over his profile.]
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He nods at the first part, but is content to let it go.]
I can't say I'm surprised... Can you tell me more about Jade?
[He's absolutely curious about this person that is so important they came up on Dist's profile three times.]
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Jade... [Yulia, how does he even define Jade anymore?] Jade is both my greatest enemy and the most important person in my life. He is an incredibly gifted fonist- a mage, simply put. He is the most brilliant man I have ever known. We've known each other since we were children and were practically inseparable. [By Dist's definition, but Iago's getting Dist's side so that's how it's gonna be.] But...something happened that devastated the both of us, and the aftermath of that incident put a massive chasm between us.
[He stares at the photo, his expression pained.]
I still haven't forgiven him for it, but I want to. It's why I haven't given up on making things right between us. And if Rembrandt actually manages to get the better of him, I... I cannot bear the thought of it.
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I see. [He doesn't, not really, but he's trying.] To have that chance taken from you by an outside source - something you couldn't have predicted or stopped... I can understand why that would be exceptionally agitating.
[So it's complicated, and that much he does get. It's complicated, and it sucks, and sometimes all you need to hear is someone else agreeing how much it sucks.]
When you get home, [when not if] I'm sure the two of you will have plenty to discuss. I hope it goes well.
[It's a sincere hope, for whatever that's worth.]
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It is. My profile is likewise accurate-I have been working very hard to mend things between us by rectifying what happened all those years ago. He...has long since given up, but I certainly won't. And I refuse to allow those two to ruin decades of progress.
[That's not necessarily him saying that he intends to act or anything, but it's damn tempting.]
Regardless, you have my thanks for the support. I hope it does as well.
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Of course.
[There's a brief pause, where Iago's gaze darts and his nails dig into his pants for a moment before he settles.]
Should you want to talk about any of that at any point, my door will always be open to you.
[The words are easy and spoken in the same tone as usual, but it's not something he'd offer just anyone. It's a bit of a weird offer coming from him, of all people, but it's probably fine. Dist had the decency to check on him, after all.]
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[That gets him to smile ever so slightly, though part of him is trying his best not to get too overwhelmed by all of this and it really shows.]
Consider that offer reciprocated. Though I have to say, it has been...well, it seems like eons since I have been able to speak plainly about troubling subjects with someone. So I must thank you again for listening to my ramblings about something that doesn't mean anything to you.
[The situation sure is shitty but what has him the most thrown off is that he's met some decent people despite it all.
Yes. Yes, Iago is one of those decent people. I don't even.]
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Think nothing of it. You were the one to come check on me, after all.
[...]
Though I must admit, I do feel the same. It isn't often I actually... discuss the things that irritate me.
[It's never! There isn't exactly any time to bitch when he's so busy tending to Garon and more or less keeping Nohr running. Well, okay, the war with Hoshido running, Nohr's kind of falling to the wayside but it'll be fine once he's king.]
I appreciate the offer as well.
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[Does it make up for being stuck with murder-happy hosts with hostage incentives? N...ot really, but at least they have venting opportunities to keep them going.]
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I certainly never could have imagined.
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[But it would've been way better to have people to be spiteful with like he does here.]
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...And a little bit of talent, hard work, and charm, I suppose.
[oh my god.]
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But since this is Dist, he finds it highly amusing. He laughs- a rather hearty one, too.]
You suppose? Own it, Iago! We must, if no one else will.
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That's certainly true. It's apparent that most won't appreciate our accomplishments as much as we will, so I can't say I'm opposed to being a bit egotistical.
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It is hardly egotistical if it is one hundred percent factual! That is how I have always preferred to see it, at least.
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[>lead tactician of nohr?????]
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As you should be.
[That said, though...]
Well Iago, I do hope this conversation helped somewhat. We cannot afford to dwell on their desperate attempts to sway us for too long.
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[And that's... uncomfortably genuine.]
I don't intend to remain troubled by it for much longer. She certainly is desperate if she's choosing to start with this.
[He'll be fine, don't worry. You did good, Dist!!!]
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[Starting strong out of the gate can't be good.]
But that is a worry for the us of the future. For now, I will continue to pursue a solution for our energy crisis. That should be a step in the right direction to finding a way out of his horrible town.
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[He presses a hand to his chest and ducks his head a bit; it's close enough to a bow, probably.]
I do hope we're able to find a way out soon. Should you need any assistance, let me know.
[not like he'll be much help with anything technology related but y'know....... it's the thought that counts???]
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[He'll go ahead and rise to his feet.]
In the meantime, come find me if you come across any particularly interesting machines or electrical devices. There has to be something around this town that will provide more clues to regaining a harness on the electricity here.
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Of course, I'll be sure to keep my eyes open.
And... thank you again, Dist.
[...it actually means a lot to him, okay...]
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This time, Dist is the one to give a little bow. Naturally with a flourish, because he is extra.]
You are very welcome.
[As he takes his leave,]
Do take care.