001 | party moon cordis | video

[bloodisthicker]

[So you know, you're getting a video towards the end of Cordis cycle of... oh, it's a bunch of like, hand creams and body wash and shampoos and candles and stuff. There are a whole lot of them all arranged nicely on a counter? And there are a lot of different flavors... mostly floral, but some fruity and some woodsy and whatnot.

...the speaker is not onscreen, because why should he be. he is not the star of this show.]

I have found something wonderful, my friends. It's like Wan Shi Tong's library in the desert, except for good scents and hair care products. This-[he kind of pans over his haul]-is only a mere sampling of the offerings Moonlight Path and Body Works had for sale, and yet it's such a variety! It's not even that expensive! The stuff back home is expensive and there isn't quite as much variety! But it all smells fantastic. I just...

[CONTENTED SIGH.........]

I need more. I spent a lot of money, but I want to buy one of each product. This is such a fantastic vacation that I did not actually sign up for, but maybe it is a vacation I needed. This... is a good time I'm having here.

[oh no, this is stupid. at least he's having a good time and won't regret posting this whenever cordis is over. right? right.]

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[trenchdoting]

Um... Not too familiar, pal. This kinda thing's outside of my normal price range back home. But I always wondered what it's like!! So I appreciate the tip. I promise I'll be careful with it!

[bloodisthicker]

[.......hang on he needs to look up what that acronym means-oh.]

Thank you, I'll be here all night.

[bloodisthicker]

Getting to relax every so often helps your concentration, though! It's very helpful in the long run, and it gives you time to think without distraction.

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[bloodisthicker]

Entirely understandable, but money isn't that much of an issue here unless we break the economy on accident or something.

[wisdomprevails]

[Claps her hands together in glee.] You're absolutely right! I must go see this Moonlight Path for myself!

[sometimespawnskillkings]

BTW, are you drunk?

[Even though Temple is under the same Moonblessing as Tarrlok is, it hasn’t occurred to him that the moon might be responsible for Tarrlok’s behaviour yet.]

[schwarzen]

There may not be, if I get to them first.

[ he's just joking, probably ]

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[trenchdoting]

You're right, pal! It's a lot easier to raise up the money I'd need here. So maybe I should try to treat myself!

...Wait! But can I make sure I don't break the economy?! [He doesn't want that to be broken, that's where money comes from!]

[painalty]

No, but that shouldn't be a reason for us to be complacent.

[A pause.]

Still...it isn't wrong to find pleasure in the little things in a strange world.

[bloodisthicker]

Have fun there! It's a good time. I can give you directions if you need them!

[bloodisthicker]

No...? I haven't touched anything today. I'm just having a good time.

[bloodisthicker]

...

I guess that means I have to go now.

[THIS IS GETTING WEIRDLY COMPETITIVE]

[sometimespawnskillkings]

You sure about that?

Because, to me, it doesn’t seem like you’re acting like you.

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[bloodisthicker]

...I mean, I'm not entirely sure how strong the economy is here, so it's probably fine. You as an individual won't break it, I don't think.

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[trenchdoting]

Phew!! Now that's a relief, pal. Then I can get myself some Noir without feeling any guilt at all!! Thanks, Mr. Tarrlok!

[bloodisthicker]

Well, I am in a far better mood now than I have been since I got here, in no small part due to retail therapy. I think I’ve just settled into that vacation mood.

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[bloodisthicker]

Have fun! There are free samples you can try out, too!

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[trenchdoting]

Oh, I will, pal!! You can bet on it! ...Wait, there a free samples?! That place really must be some kinda wonderland!!

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[bloodisthicker]

Oh, it absolutely is. Granted, you can’t take it home, but they have sample copies of their products you can spray on your hand or something to see if you like how they smell.

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[trenchdoting]

Oh yeah? Well then what if I don't wash my hand? Then I'll be taking that scent to go! I guess that's how you become a savvy consumer...!

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[bloodisthicker]

Now you’re thinking deviously, Detective. I wholeheartedly approve, though I would still encourage you to spend a little money in patronage.

[sometimespawnskillkings]

I really don’t think “that vacation mood” can entirely explain your behaviour today.

[Because the Tarrlok Temple is talking to now strikes him as very different from the one that dealt with the vines in his bathroom. Not completely different but different enough to unnerve Temple.]

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[trenchdoting]

W-wait a minute, pal! I don't mean to be devious!! I'm an upstanding member of society! Of course I'll do everything I can to keep that store floating!! I don't wanna wreck its economy or anything!!

[bloodisthicker]

Oh, right. Especially since Chroma isn't just currency... which is a little inconvenient. But yes, that's right. It doesn't hurt to indulge every so often!

[schwarzen]

Heh. I would advise you be quick. I could very well be there already.

[ Yeah, he has no idea why he's suddenly so competitive about some cupcakes, but true to his word, he's already on the way. ]