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[coffinturk]

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[slingingbullets]

{That fits. Vincent doesn't seem like the sort to stay still - much less have time to tend to a pet.}

Do you need help? After I catch the spiders, where can I find you?

{Spider prank? He's in.}

[coffinturk]

[ Would he accept a pet into his life under the right circumstances? Maybe. But probably not go out of his way. ]

I'll probably be in the infirmary or my cabin. Contact me if I'm not.

[ There is... almost a trace of a smile. ]

I'll be fine. But thanks.

[ He appreciates the offer, Yazoo. But also he knows it's probably the implication of mischief that's the root cause of such altruism in this case.

[slingingbullets]

{...this feels like a secondary challenge and he is totally up for it.}

Infirmary?

{Worried? Maybe. Explain, sir.

Also mischief is a way of life for Yazoo.}

[coffinturk]

[ ...Ah. Well admittedly, Vincent isn't sure if this is some nervousness about infirmaries in general or concern for Vincent himself. Or that he should consider that question either at all. ]

You didn't know? I'm supervisor for the medical inventory.

[ This time, Vincent's head tilts a little to the side as if curious. ]

Or were you worried about me?

[slingingbullets]

{The latter more than the former, actually. Yazoo likes Vincent and has adopted him. He visibly relaxes and looks away, silver strands partially hiding his embarrassment.}

I forgot.

{He still would've asked the question even if he remembered, though.}

...what if I was?

[coffinturk]

That's fine.

[ It is okay to forget or lose track of things. Perhaps this is supposed to be comfort, this assurance that it doesn't bother Vincent if Yazoo isn't certain. As for the rest? ]

...I'd find it interesting. We were enemies. One day we could be again.

[ It's a painful truth. If Yazoo and Kadaj were to graduate but still turn back to seek Jenova's favor... There is a pause before he adds. ]

I'd think it's a sign you're growing. Maybe. Caring for someone besides your brothers.

[ And Mother. ]

[slingingbullets]

{It's human, isn't it. Yazoo and Kadaj are adapting, relaxing into their role as young men. Maybe Jenova made them too connected to the planet?}

I wouldn't call you an enemy back then. I didn't hate you; I actually thought you were fun, but annoying since you kept big brother from us.

{...yeah, he knows that outcome.}

We were all we had. {That was why they had only cared for each other.}

[coffinturk]

Hm. I took Tseng and Elena too. I didn't think of it as fun. Different perspectives.

[ Well, Vincent won't lie to Yazoo. He won't claim there was enjoyment in their clashes. ]

I wonder. Was that bond part of what the Admiral saw in you? I suppose it doesn't matter.

[slingingbullets]

And? We just wanted to kill them. It wasn't as annoying. {They just hate Turks, okay. For reasons.}

Is the bond the best part?

[coffinturk]

It's a good part. What's best is entirely up for you to decide.

[ That's not one hundred percent true. Everyone is entitled to their opinion on it. But still, self-worth is an important skill to develop. ]

Just don't make it a contest over your positive traits.

[slingingbullets]

For me, that bond is the best part. {For the time being. He can't imagine feeling something stronger than the love he has for his brothers.}

Where's the fun in that?

[coffinturk]

Hmph.

[ Amusement. ]

A little boasting and self-confidence isn't a bad thing. But better in moderation.

[ All sorts of problems get started when you start comtrying to be best at everything. ]

Got any other questions? For the spider challenge.

[slingingbullets]

{He snorts at the warning. Considering the egos of Sephiroth and Jenova, moderation might be a dream of a dream.}

Will you fire at me if I go too far?

{It's difficult to be content.}

Can I name them?

[coffinturk]

[ For a moment, Vincent sobers. The talk of shooting someone... well there are jokes he does make from time to time. But this isn't one of them. Certainly not with their history. ]

If I shoot seriously at someone I want to live... then I've exhausted all other options.

[ The answer is quietly spoken. Almost... a little surprised at himself. ]

If you want. Though I plan to give them back to the maker.

[ Another pause. ]

Label the jar if you want to pass that on.

[slingingbullets]

{Dark! Yazoo watches Vincent intently, expressionlessly, for a few minutes before he smiles faintly.}

One bullet wouldn't be enough, don't be dramatic.

{But it would probably hurt a lot in his current condition. Then there's the bleeding, which could kill him.}

That's okay. They need names.

{It's decided.}

Alright~

[coffinturk]

I never said anything about one bullet.

[ He didn't. Shoot is a verb. And Yazoo may have meant that in the spirit of a morbid 'warning shot' but... Vincent is taking this a bit more seriously than he should.

Isn't he?

And yet he does move on. ]

I'll give you paper and pencil so you can note the names as you go.

[ And so he will. ]

Good luck.

[slingingbullets]

Wow you must really hate me to fire more than one warning shot!

{...like he is one to talk. Cloud had gotten dozens of "warning shots" and Yazoo definitely doesn't hate him.}

Okay. I'll make sure they fit. {You don't name something willy-nilly!}

Thanks~ We'll be back soon.

Fin~

[coffinturk]

[ Sigh. Vincent doesn't try to explain it again, instead letting Yazoo take the supplies and head off to his challenge.

Chase is certainly going to be getting an interesting package at the end of this. And perhaps Vincent himself a challenge when the two Remnants end up effecting a tie. ]