as certain revelations must be shared

[wraithonyx]

Should one say that life has become interesting when the word 'life' may not apply?

[an interesting philosophical question, to be sure; Phantom almost felt the query to be humorous. it would be humor, acceptance, or some form of horror as a response to his situation -- and he declined to feel any sort of horror, thank you very much

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[ventus_aerius]

[there was a period of silence before Harpuia responds (was he distracted by something?)]

[Phantom.

...

State a location, I'll meet you there]

[wraithonyx]

[I have left the headquarters of the Hunters and am proceeding in that direction.]

[ventus_aerius]

[Harpuia leaves the transmission at that. Flying over to the other Guardian's location shouldn't take too long]

[wraithonyx]

[Phantom waits patiently; the news was certainly not about to go anywhere --]

[ventus_aerius]

[there's the soft of Harpuia's jets as he comes in for a landing. He takes a second to look around before walking up to his brother]

'Developments'?

[wraithonyx]

Mm. Indeed. Regarding myself, and perhaps yourself.

[padding closer to meet Harpuia --]

Have you spoken with our lord recently?

[ventus_aerius]

...

Yes, a few days ago actually. [he frowns] Has something happened?

[wraithonyx]

I have been scanned, for one.

[there's that certain note of sharp, black humour]

Has he spoken to you of living arrangements?

[ventus_aerius]

Then... Are the Hunters aware of-? [he gestures vaguely, because he's not sure how best to phrase it himself. And Harpuia didn't want to admit that he had been wondering about Phantom's situation as well]

No, he hasn't. But we never got around to that topic of discussion.

[wraithonyx]

[one dark brow went up, and a little smile threatened; such a subtle way to question, Harpuia ~ very well ~]

That I am in fact still deceased? They know very well, now.

Our lord offered to me -- to us, being more specific -- housing and support amongst the Hunters.

[ventus_aerius]

[a small sigh as Harpuia just... stares dully at Phantom for a moment]

... ... ...

To us. So then all of the Guardians here, in Giga City. [pause] Did you accept or were you planning on waiting for our opinion first?

[wraithonyx]

[Phantom stares back, as unmoved as a stone.]

[Harpuia's reaction is expected and yet unexpected; the emptiness of the flyer's gaze suggests many things, all of which he keeps to himself for the moment]

I have accepted contingent on my having a duty and a purpose within this city. I will not 'live' on another's mercy when I may yet serve.

Your choice is yours; I spoke for no others.

[something in his tone suggests mild surprise, or rebuke, concerning opinions ... but then Phantom always was the dark horse amongst their ranks.]

"Us"?

[ventus_aerius]

Staying idle doesn't suit you. Especially if Master X is still here...

The offer has been received. I'll deliver my answer to Master on my own.

[pause, then shakes his head as he mutters something about how 'a lot has changed']

[wraithonyx]

I would make the observation, given the moment, that neither does it suit you.

[inclines his head, accepting this ~]

Never would I presume to speak for you while you still have voice.

However -- you sound dubious, Harpuia, and perhaps somewhat displeased?

I swear I'll stop being distracted now orz

[ventus_aerius]

[an amused expression flits across Harpuia's face]

Hm. As I said before, your presence was missed the last year.

... The best answer I have to that is that, perhaps, the peacefulness of this city has left me feeling restless. I can't even fly to any of the nearby islands for a change in scenery. [shakes his head]

hee ~

[wraithonyx]

My apologies for that absence. There were restrictions on my ability.

[to say the least ...]

[ghost of a smile]

Hn. That I can understand -- perhaps you also would be the better for a means to occupy your time.