broadcast + action

[princessences]

Who: Allura + You!
Broadcast: Fleetwide
Action: Relnyx (Hessia-Helix System), & Bloodsport
When: Now (Broadcast), Action (8/31-09/11)

[ broadcast ★ video ★ 09/11 ]

[ This time, Allura intends the broadcast. It's been something of a difficult time for her since her arrival, but she seems much more relaxed than most have seen her in person, as of late. She's rocking some new duds thanks to retail therapy, and addresses the screen as an experienced politician might, hands folded in front of her. ]

Hello, this is Princess Allura. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our viewers for their support. While I have my reservations about the nature of this place and our participation, it is, nonetheless, flattering to receive kind messages.

[ Of which she has several pulled up on a small tablet in front of her. She picks it up gingerly. ]

I admit that the number has been...alarming. I'm afraid I don't have the time to address each and every one, I've been advised it's recommended to respond to a few. So, let's begin.

[ She glances down to the tablet. ]

"How far did you throw him?" [ Awkward pause. ] ...Well, I--hadn't...paid that close attention--is this really something that we should be discussing?

[ Ahem. Next question. ]

"Princess Allura, please step on me."

[ She frowns, leaning into the screen, seemingly scrolling up and down on the tablet and...then straightens. ]

That's all it says. I'm not sure how to respond to this. Are you alright?

[ Moving on. ]

"Princess, how much can you bench press?" Ah! I've been using the gym available on the Iskaulit regularly, and I believe I'm at around 1100 pounds.

[ That one was easy. The next one... she squints. ]

"...Aw right, aw right, aw right. You get him girl. Go suplex his grape-flavored pretty b--"

[ She cuts herself off mid-sentence. Allura has never seen the office, but that is definitely an Office Look at the broadcast screen. ]

...

[ Wordlessly, she looks back down to her last letter. ]

"Princess Allura, I've never been a big fan of reboots...but I'm glad to see that you're back." [ She nods to the screen. ] Thank you. "And what an entrance! Your first week was crazy, wasn't it?" Ah-ha...yes, a lot happened in a short time. "I was all in it for the drama, but I'm still sorry that your boyfriend turned out to be a douche."

[ Wait a tick. ]

Wait--what?

[ Now this is awkward. ]

There are some very serious misunderstandings about the situation!!

[ ...And what is a douche?? ]


[ OPEN ★ action ★ relnyx shops (hessia-helix System) ★ 08/31-09/11 ]

[ To be quite honest, Allura was perfectly content with sulking in her own room on the Tourist for a while. Just when she thought she had come to understand the circumstances of their own universe and timeline, she's thrown back into doubt and confusion.

But she needs to get out, for better or for worse. And what can be a better incentive than shopping?

So she spend some time traveling planet side for some good, old fashioned retail therapy over the next week or so. She has likely gone with friends, although one might find her by herself. If they do, she's likely window-shopping and looking longingly at things she shouldn't splurge on.

Allura pouts a little as she looks at a display of some very sparkly, likely overpriced jewelry. ]

I...really shouldn't...


[ CLOSED to Kaname ★ action ★ bloodsport ★ 09/02ish ]

[ Allura needed someone who wasn't involved, who wasn't in the midst of all the chaos of her personal and professional lives. She has met so many kind people already, but Kaname had offered her advice early on and offered for Allura to visit. So, needing new surroundings to take her mind off of things, she decides to take up on that offer.

Thankfully, the Bloodsport isn't at all what it's namesake makes it sound like. When Allura arrives, she find neither blood nor sport. Probably for the best. ]

Comments

[axi]

No, it's fine! [Her own smile easily conveys as much to be true.]

I'm happy you decided to visit. Did you want anything to eat or drink? I'm heading to the kitchen to grab something myself.

[princessences]

[ And more relief as she mirrors Kaname's smile. ]

Thank you. I'd remembered your invitation not long after we first spoke and thought I might take you up on it.

[ Allura nods. ]

That would be lovely, if you don't mind.

[axi]

Good. I meant it not only in courtesy.

[The singer nods her head for the visitor to follow her. Once in the kitchen, Kaname goes to the fridge to see what they've got.]

How are you settling in?

[princessences]

[ She's gotten used to what the kitchens look like on these ships, although what's stocked in her own is curious at times. ]

...The ship I've been assigned to has a very unique, but pleasant crew.

[ The first day had been kind of a disaster, really. ]

I admit it's been a bit of learning curve, but everyone has been very accommodating.

[axi]

You're on the Tourist, correct? [She makes a habit of checking the ship rosters from time to time.] Have you met Pavel? He's a friend of mine. I'm sure he'd help you with whatever you might need.

[Kaname comes back over with some water bottles and a few pieces of fruit. Bless her captain and her fruit supply.]

That's nice to hear. Most are friendly if not welcoming. Would you like to go to my office? It's more comfortable than out here.

[princessences]

I have.

[ Allura does smile at that. ]

He has been nothing but helpful. He was actually the only one on the bridge when I arrived...and not in the best mood. I appreciated his patience.

[ Finding out that someone was in a coma and the Captain was a child for a while was a very odd thing to discover after being transferred from one ship in this reality to another ship. It was a long day.

The sight of the fruit makes Allura brighten almost instantly. ]

Oh, yes. Wherever you prefer. I should have asked--what is your rank on this ship?

[axi]

He's a good man to talk with. [Allura agreeing on that fact just makes Kaname even more certain she's a good person-- testimony from Keith and Lance aside, of course. She chuckles a little, nodding.]

Arrivals sometimes have that effect. [Provisions in hand, she turns towards the door.] You might find it more welcoming than the kitchen.

[At her question, Kaname does glance back at her.]

I'm the first mate, with a personnel augment. Ranks are mostly ceremonial, but in case something does happen, I can keep my head in a crisis. [Not to mention command and leadership experience back home. Details.]

[princessences]

[ Who could honestly not like Pavel? At least she believes her rather grumpy arrival has been put behind them. (Cleaning up the confetti was annoying regardless of the circumstances. Thanks, Atroma.) ]

Yes, as many have assured me. I know that I've benefited from everyone's patience and knowledge.

[ Not just her friends, but every stranger who offered thoughts and assistance. Though it wasn't the first occasion where she's woken up out of place and time.

But Kaname's rank isn't too surprising, given their brief interactions and the mention that she has an office. ]

I can imagine that you're well-suited to the task.

[axi]

[Her assessment of her suitability to the position flatters and amuses Kaname. As they leave the kitchen and head towards her office, the singer hums a little, only replying when they get there.]

I'll thank you, then.

[Setting the food and drinks on the small table in front of the couch, Kaname goes to her desk to fetch something.]

Please, make yourself at home.

[princessences]

[ Allura takes a small survey of the room as she nods, keeping an eye out for any personal touches that might give her more to her host. ]

Thank you.

[ Sitting carefully on the couch, she folds her hands in her lap for a moment. ]

Have you always been on this ship?

[axi]

[There are plenty of those: music themed decorations, various trinkets and art pieces from different systems, a blanket and pillow on the back of the couch. One that might stick out to Allura is a certain picture. In it Keith, Kaname and a blonde man stand in front of a sleeping (?) bear surrounded by snow. There's definitely a story behind that one.]

I have. I feel I got lucky with it: there are some wonderful people I'm lucky enough to call crew and friends.

[Item secured, Kaname walks back over to her guest and sits in the armchair, a new friend in her lap.]

This is Q-Lulu.

[princessences]

[ Her gaze does settle on the picture, glad to see Keith making more friends outside of their immediate team. It makes her smile.

But she turns her attention back to Kaname as she speaks, just in time to meet--

Goodness, what is that?

Her eyes widen and she blinks. ]

Oh, hello. It's a pleasure to meet you, Q-Lulu.

[axi]

He's a mercat, something we've got back on Ragna, the planet I call home. Q-Lulu's a pet of myself and some others. I was lucky enough to be reunited with him last year.

[The creature in question looks up at Allura and tilts his head.]

Kyuu?

[... He really isn't the brightest.]

[princessences]

A mercat?

[ That is nothing like she's ever seen before. But--goodness... ]

...He is very cute.

[ She holds her hand out to Q-Lulu. ]

It must be nice to have something to remind you of home.

[axi]

[In response to the hand, Kaname places the mercat in Allura's lap instead, where he immediately falls over on his side.]

It is, though he's good entertainment as well.

[princessences]

Oh!

[ Oh dear. Oh no, little strange creature...she tries to prop him back up?? ]

Yes, I can imagine that. It makes me miss my mice.