Yes, I'll meet you coming back when the universe has expanded

[azumods]

[Mars' chains had faded away as soon as the chains on Palkia had shattered, that unnatural red glow leaving her eyes; she doesn't stumble, to her credit, and seems to be trying to resist the urge to flinch or anything, but she's...not precisely looking too hot, either. Not like she's going to faint or anything, just like she's been through A Lot.

Jupiter is staying near her for the time being; ultimately, she's the one that addresses you.]

You guys can stay here if you want. Or don't, I don't care enough to insist. But we've got food and beds that probably beat the Center's, at least.

We'll be around, either way. Since I doubt you guys are just going to leave us alone after all that. Do what you want.


[OOC: Consider this a log to cover both any afterparty whatnot you want to get up to, as well as something to carry over into Sunday! Both Jupiter and Mars will be available for NPC threads on this particular log, should they be desired.]

Comments

[azumods]

You don't have to worry about me of all people.

[...]

But I guess it's kinda nice that you've taken the time to talk to me.

[...you're definitely her favorite out of everyone in your group, okay.]

[anythingforyou]

[...Mars, honey, you have no idea, and thank the gods for that. She's just not going to say anything to that!]

Well, I'm glad to. You're a very intriguing person, and I have rather enjoyed the opportunities I've had to talk with you. Even if we don't see eye to eye...I do have a lot of respect for how you conduct yourself, and what you're willing to do for those precious to you.

[...]

All be told, if circumstances would ever allow it, I would genuinely like to battle you.

[The feeling's mutual, basically. They aren't friends or anything like that, but out of all the adversaries they've faced, you're probably her favorite too.]

[azumods]

[The first part's nice, and Mars is smiling a bit when she responds. It's the second part she focuses on, though.]

There's nothing stopping us from battling now, if you want to.

[...]

But considering everything today was, I wouldn't be surprised if you wanted to wait.

[......]

You can seek me out when all this is over, if you want. For a battle or just to talk or... whatever.

[The sentiment comes with an attached "if you aren't dead" on the end, but at least she doesn't say it??]

[anythingforyou]

...That's a tempting prospect, you know. But...I do believe I need a little more time, to give you an interesting match. But believe me when I say I shall; I won't disappoint you.

[...]

And...I think I shall, when this is over. You can count on it.

[Thank you for not saying it, Mars, it's appreciated.]

[azumods]

I know you won't.

[Mars grins at that, though.]

Don't go getting any ideas, I still think we're in the right and you guys are wrong, but I do want to see what you can do in battle. I'll look forward to that.

[It's not exactly wishing you good luck, but that's probably the closest she can get.]