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Cargo Bay / Any Day

[Sometimes when Kaname wants to take a run or take a few whacks at a punching bag, and she doesn't feel like heading to the Iskaulit, the cargo bay comes in handy. Music often accompanies her, volume loud enough to hear nearby, but not outside the area. If she sees or hears someone come in, it'll be turned down or completely off in a show of respect for shared living spaces.

Sometimes, she'll catch someone after the fact, and offer them a smile.] Sorry, did you want to this?

Kitchen/Lounge / Same

[Back home, she never read many books. It's not for lack of trying, but more for lack of time. In the Fleet, however, she finds herself able to fit in some reading time, especially during drift periods. On previous planets, book acquisition has been easier, so she has a small variety. Still, Sam's collection is definitely interesting to say the least. Whether on an armchair in the lounge, or at the kitchen table, or venturing from one to the other, Kaname might be reading.

Or not. Sometimes it's just nice to sit and relax, maybe have a chat with a crew mate (or visitor) over a drink or meal.]

Have you seen any of the movies in the media library? [That's only one topic, of course. It could be anything.]

Office/Room / Whenever

[Want to find her for any reason? Need something? Feel the urge to talk about something? These would be the best places for that.]

Other / Take a Guess

[Have another idea in mind? Go for it, we'll make it work. c:]

[Lucina is still wary of visiting other ships. She's been to the main ship, the Iskaulit once or twice, but she's uneasy just showing up at the 'home' of people she doesn't know very well. Even before being kidnapped to these space ships, she was never what one would call extremely social.

However, an offer to train with someone with obvious skills isn't something she's about to pass up. She only has a first name, so hopefully she can find him or someone that might know him soon enough. The halls of this ship are darker and not as inviting as the ones of the Heron. She's not sure that she likes it or hates it. It's just different.

The glowing fish are interesting.

She heads down the halls to see if she can find someone, but as she's turning a corner that she thinks will lead her to the common room, she runs right into another person.]

Forgive me. I've never been here before.

[Said other person is on her way from the kitchen to the lounge when she stops just shy of bumping into the stranger. She blinks, clearly not expecting a new face, but smiles soon enough.]

That's perfectly all right. Are you looking for something? Someone maybe? I'd be more than happy to help you out.

[Lucina hates to be embarrassed. The only person she knows that hates it more might be Gerome.

The thought of her friend from home stops her from making some excuse and walking away. She'd come here for a reason afterall. It's hardly this woman's fault she allowed herself to be distracted by the ship's decor.]

I'm looking for Messer. He said he is usually here on this ship.

[Excuse her while she processes that.]

You're... looking for Messer? [.....] Are you sure?

[Wow, Kaname. Just wow.]

Yes, that's the name he gave me. Tall, dark hair, stern set to his face; that is him, yes?

[HAS SHE BEEN PUNK'D?]

Oh, um yes, it is. I'm sorry, it was just a little surprising to hear someone looking for him. [Smile back in place, she holds out her hand for a shake.]

I'm Kaname. While this isn't his ship, he does stay over often. [It makes more sense to her that he'd give this ship than his own, but she knows not everyone would see it that way.] He's a good friend from home.

If you don't mind my asking, why are you seeking him out?

[Lucina looks down at the hand thrust at her before tentatively taking it. Handshakes are rare. Unless Cynthia yanking on her arm all the time counts. Something tells her that it doesn't.]

He and I met on Nariba Relia. We were both procuring weapons at the time and he offered to spar with me when we are both free.

I'm glad you're taking him up on the offer. [Because she's surprised he did offer. Still, she's not about to question a good thing like this. Kaname shakes her head, then releases it, tilting her head towards the kitchen.]

He's not here right now, but he should be around later. Would you like something to eat in the mean time...? [She pauses.] What should I call you?

He seems capable. Why wouldn't I?

[Of course, he seems as friendly as a rock, but she's sort of used to that anyway between Lon'qu, Gerome and Laurent.]

Oh. I suppose I should have contacted him before I just showed up. I...should— [Lucina stops in the middle of what she's about to say and blinks.] No, don't put yourself out for me, and you can call me Lucina.

Some people might have reasons for turning it down.

[Kaname chuckles a little, shaking her head in dismissal of the objections.] It's hardly putting myself out. Trust me, it's nice to have guests. I imagine Messer told you this ship and not his for a reason, but that's only a guess. [Even with as well as she knows him.]

Only a fool would turn down the opportunity to spar with a capable opponent.

[And she's hardly a fool.]

If he's not normally on this ship, which does he reside upon? I've yet to go searching the ships' rosters to find out who is manning which, but I suppose that is also something I should do.

[All she knows is her brother is on the Caprine, she's on the Heron, and Messer said he would be on the Bloodsport. The others, she'll have to check out now.]

Are you and he acquainted from your world then?

Fair enough.

[Kaname gestures for Lucina to follow her to the kitchen as she starts to take out some food to feed the two.]

He's assigned to the Blameless, though he spends about half his time sleeping here. [Smiling, Kaname looks back.] We are, yes. We've known each for for a while.

[She's not sure if she would be listened to if she were to decline the other woman's offer of food. Besides, it gives Lucina the chance to observe her while she moves around the kitchen area.]

It sounds as if he finds it comforting to be close to someone he knows from home, even if he isn't exactly the most expressive from what I gathered during our initial meeting. But I imagine it's comforting to you as well.

[You have so much room to talk.]

Messer is... reserved, but he's a good person. We looked out for each other back home, and we intend to do the same here. It's a little more than comforting.

[Lucina might hear the smile in her voice as she takes out some plates.]

I know a few people like that. Reservation doesn't make someone impossible.

[She is also a little reserved, so it's okay with her. Overly friendly people that she's not longtime friends with are still hard for her to get used to.

Something in the other woman's voice reminds Lucina of the way her father and mother talk about one another.]

Are you married to him?

[And that sound? It's the sound of Kaname being so startled that she drops a plate to shatter on the floor. Nice work, Lucy!]

Wha-- No, no we're not. [It's the quickest reply she's given in a bit, and she feels almost guilty for denying it so fast. Crouching down, she starts to gather the pieces of the fallen dish.]

It's... a long story, but we're not together. I have a boyfriend here.

[Lucina jumps up and rushes over to make sure the other woman is okay. She doesn't see any blood or obvious wounds, so she just bends down to help her clean up the mess.]

I didn't mean to offend you. It's just... you remind me of other couples I know.

[She looks down at her hands, embarrassed for her assumption.]

No, there's no offense at all. [If she were to stop and think on it, which she won't, the idea itself isn't one she'd immediately write off. But that ship has sailed, both at home and here.

Kaname shakes her head, offering a comforting smile.]

He's important to me, I won't deny that at all. Beyond that, it's complicated, but there's nothing like that between us.

I'm glad.

[Which isn't to have anything read into it. She just doesn't need enemies right now.]

Friendships can be complicated, especially when you're close to a member of the opposite sex.... May I ask about how you both met?"

[Once she finds and gathers what seem to be all the pieces, she head towards the disposal area or however that works on the ship, tossing them in.]

You may, but it's more his story to tell. I'm not certain he'd want me sharing it so readily.

[Lucina stares down at her hands, unsure of what she should be doing. Relaxing isn't something that comes easily to her.]

Ah, that makes sense. He does come off as a very private person.

Yes. I'm still learning new things despite how long I've known him.

[There's a soft smile along with her statement. It's not really a bad thing.]

But that's the nice thing about meeting new people, they never fail to surprise you.

Hm.

[Lucina thinks to when she first allowed herself to meet her father and mother in the past and nods knowingly.]

People that you think you know rather well surprise you, like Messer and yourself. That's true. Although, I'd rather save myself the constant surprise of too many new people all at once again.

[Twice is enough, okay?]

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Kaname / OTA / Entire Drift Period

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