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[ Her only outward response is to blink a few times. The last thing he probably needs is an awkward reaction, especially since he's clearly feeling a little off-kilter. Only one solution to this...! ]

If I flirt outrageously, don't take it too personally. Bad habit. [ Flashing a playful smile! She did flirt a bit in his typical form too so it's definitely not the change, it's just how she operates, and she doesn't want him thinking she likes this better or something. ]

It's alright. I wouldn't take it personally. I know monsters aren't for everyone. [ ... ] Most people, actually. [ motions for her to follow him to the garage. inside he starts looking for his ride, this; a slingshot. ] Ah, there it is.

I quite like your usual form, actually. I keep it to a dull roar because you're taken. [ And she's certainly not about to get into it with her unitmate's partner. ]

I don't know what I was expecting, but that's certainly interesting. [ Probably better that it's not a motorcycle or somesuch, she also tends to be aimlessly clingy. ]

...oh. [ he kind of looks surprised. ] I have a couple of girlfriends, actually. I trying not to limit myself, since most people here do not. Companionship, especially in a setting of this nature, is important. But, ah, in the case of Nocturne... he's just a little special.

[ he climbs in. ] I could not fit on a motorcycle in my other form, and without ripping out the seats of a car I could not fit in that either. This strange vehicle had been the only option. I'm not the best driver, so you may still sit close to avoid getting flung out.

[ The surprise is endearing, actually. (It probably says nothing good that she's quickly become so accepting of being inhuman; call it an enlightened atmosphere.) ] I thought I told you, I'm not human either. I have a different form but I don't think I can access it here. [ Or so she assumes from her memory. Feeling oddly attracted to those things was not a comforting experience, but well, it's not like she can help her biology. Accepting it is less painful than arguing with herself about it ~~denial is a hell of a drug~~ ]

By the same token, don't worry about me being flung anywhere I don't want to be flung. I'm much stronger than I look.

I remember. I cannot pass as human though... at least not back home. It would be convenient if I could change my shape like this there. Perhaps then I could attempt to blend in and live a somewhat normal life. [ he tries not to seem to bummed about it. [ but that seems to pique his interests. ] If you ever get a memory of it will you... show me? If it doesn't bother you too much?

Heh, but that doesn't mean I want to be responsible for flinging you out of the car, because I absolutely suck at driving. [ going to turn it on and back out of the spot in the jerkiest of manners. ]

I'd probably feel the same if I were you. I don't think there's a thing wrong with your usual form but I understand what you mean. I wish it weren't such a problem for you. [ If there's one thing she's learned, it's that people telling you "it's fine actually" is utterly dismissive and unhelpful. There's a big difference between it's not even a problem and it shouldn't be a problem. ]

[ Just pretending not to notice the jerky driving, it's not like she can get whiplash or motion sickness. ] That memory is of me going on a rampage, I'm not too eager to watch it again. But I can draw it if you like. [ She's incredibly good at all sorts of useless refined skills like instruments and opera singing and painting, pathetic at everyday things like cooking and conversation. What the hell sort of monster upbringing she had makes her head hurt to think about. ]

It'd be nice, but... life's not fair. Never is and never will be. [ he doesn't seem to fussed about it, because that's just a fact. ] ...that's fair. I won't ask you to relive it again, so a drawing's fine. [ he manages to get the vehicle moving smoothly eventually, heading in the direction of the mall. ]

It's not fair. Doesn't mean we have to like it, or we can't do whatever we can to make it less painful. [ Bitching is fine even though it's useless, goodness knows she does enough of it. ]

I sometimes wonder if people only accept me because I look human, or if they'll reject me when they first find out I'm not. They seem fragile when it comes to these things. [ In more ways than one, really. ]

You're not such a bad driver, by the way. Especially considering you're in a very different body.

...not to bring the mood down further, but it's possible. Humans are some of the most judgemental creatures I have ever met. [ a laugh. ] Fragile is also a good way of putting it.

[ that earns a small smile. ] Thank you. I have practiced a little. [ ... ] Would you... like to try?

[ She dismisses the idea of ruining her mood with a flick of her hand. ] You're not saying anything I don't already know. And they're not all bad, right? Some of them can even keep up with me for a while, or they like being bitten -- I probably shouldn't like being used as a kink, but with someone I like well enough, it's fine. Humans are kind of sweet sometimes, if they can get past their lofty opinions.

[ As far as driving, she glances over with a chuckle. ] I'd need a lot of instruction. It seems like I'm either good at something immediately or hopeless about it, and I have no idea which side driving falls on.

No, not all of them, and it's kind of... surprising. Back home I didn't know a single human that wasn't some kind of a piece of shit. A lot of people here seem to enjoy things of that nature. It's... refreshing. As narrow minded as some of them can be others are incredibly open minded. [ going as far as to fuck some~~thing~~one like him! ]

If you're alright with finding out we can see. I don't mind. It's not like this car hasn't been through hell already with me being behind the wheel.

I can't speak to much about where I'm from, but humans have a good reason to be afraid of me there. So there's only so personally I can take it -- so I tell myself. Sometimes it's more convincing than other times.

Maybe some other time. I'd feel awful about wrecking it when I probably don't have points to fix it after spending way too much the other night on drinks. I appreciate it, though.

I admit that I don't know much about the outside world... having grown up on a secluded island, but the people I encountered regularly never really seemed too scared until it was too late. Kind of funny, really. But I think that may have been because they thought they could control creatures like me. Again, I'm the exception.

Alright. [ nods and continues driving along. it's a mostly smooth ride. maybe a few bumps here and there. as soon as they reach the mall he parks it, climbing out. ] Do you like jewelry? I bet you'd look nice in something shiny.

Control you? Even if they couldn't do it, what a thing for them to try. With anyone. [ She might be a little singed around the edges thanks to a few specific people right now, but even if not she'd still be horrified. ]

I don't mind jewelry, it just seems like something I would only wear if it doesn't flop around while I'm moving. When I fight I do a lot of tumbling and quick changes in direction. [ Considers for a second, ] Maybe earrings, but I suppose I know why I never had those before. Back home, all my injuries would immediately heal up, so it wouldn't have worked.

What exactly are you looking for?

[ nods. ] Monsters similar-ish to be were created to be controlled and deployed at a human's command to do their bidding; replacing machinery which can sometimes be hacked or just generally unreliable.

Ah, that would make wearing earrings difficult, since your ears would not remain pierced. We can see if we can find some nice studs then, so they won't get in the way of your fighting.

I'm not sure. I like to collect jewelry... but I do like wearing earrings and bracelets and necklaces. Anything gold, honestly. [ flashes whatever bling he's currently wearing for her to see. ]

[ She makes a distinctly angry expression at the explanation of how "monsters" are treated on his homeworld, her eyes flaring bring red. Not even slightly okay. But dwelling on it sounds awful for everyone, so she leaves it alone. ]

I see. You wear it well. And you officially have way more of a fashion sense than I do. [ She has some jewelry because it came with her clothes, but she rarely wears it. It gets in the way. ]

You don't have to look for anything for me if you have better things to do. That's not why I offered to come with you.

...my thoughts exactly. [ is all he 'adds'. ]

Hah! I... don't know about that. I learned all of what I know about fashion and clothing here. I never wore clothes back home. [ he ran around naked. ]

No, maybe not, but... consider it a thank you for helping me distract myself from the memories I took.

Not saying much, huh? That's fitting. A few people tried to quiz me on what I'd like to wear if I could choose, and I came up blank. So good taste in jewelry is the winner among the two of us.

You don't need to thank me. I like spending time with you. But if you're going to insist there's only so many times I'll say no. [ She never did mind about the little things like being spoiled, and she's new enough that after buying her unit abilities and a whole lot of booze, points aren't exactly in abundance. ]

It's kind of hard to answer questions like that without a lot of memories. But you'll come into your own, and then you can always decide to let your past self influence you too.

Do you? [ tilts his head as he starts heading into the mall. he has to refrain from asking her why. ]

Don't sound so surprised. [ It is kinda cute, though. ] You're easy to talk to, and you know what it's like to be very different than a lot of the idols. Why wouldn't I like you?

But I am surprised. [ his ears flatten, because CONFUSION. ] You really think so? I... I'm glad though, that you think so. [ going to walk around to her side of the car so he can gently bump his head into her. ] I like you too, just so you know, though... I hope that was obvious.

[ She can understand his reticence to believe her too, it's very familiar. Patting that head with a smile. ]

I like hearing it, either way. [ Considering for a short moment, ] I guess it's not too surprising that you couldn't tell, I usually do a lot of touching when I like someone, but you said you didn't really like that so I was trying to be good. [ She does very poorly with boundaries when they're murky, so when someone sets one she tries desperately to respect it. ]

I don't mind it as much if I am comfortable with the person doing the touching, so you don't really have to worry anymore. I think we are well beyond mere acquaintances. Friends, maybe. [ looks a bit hopeful. ] I'm just not used to the nice kind of touching, is all, and I'd rather warn people not to touch, so they're not surprised when I snap at them.

Friends sounds good. [ So she pats his head again! But that's all, she's a little emotionally singed around the edges right now and would rather not overstep and get a proverbial smack on the nose. She usually takes those corrections with perfectly good humor, but not today. ] And don't worry, I can handle your snap if it comes to that. Happens to the best of us.

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