TDM 04

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【 Thank you for choosing the Golden Peacock, 5-star resort and casino. You are currently registered as a WILDCARD in our system.

Due to a high volume of check-ins, temporary accommodations have been made on our brand new beachfront for new guests. We will endeavor to have all guests moved into their reserved rooms as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience. Affected guests may convene with the nearest lifeguard or reception for a complimentary swimsuit, at their earliest convenience.

Please remember that beach-appropriate attire is mandatory. Guests found breaking dress code may be escorted off the beach until they return in proper swimwear. We hope you enjoy your stay, and have a beachy keen experience. 】

BEACHFRONT PROPERTY

A BRAND NEW DEVELOPMENT

As the resort moves into what it claims is summer, the days grow longer. The sun is projected well into the evening, the heat of its warmth dialed up to a level some guests complain is unreasonable. Then there’s the most excessive transformation of all – half the Cloud Dwelling Gardens have been transformed into a sparkling beach of white sands and blue waves, seemingly overnight. Statues nearby have been dressed up with wide hats and stylish sarongs. Upbeat music fills the air without any discernible source.

A section of the beach has been reserved for a collection of bungalows. These cute pastel homes open straight onto the sand, and are comparable in size and amenity to a rank 7 or 8 suite. All screens within these bungalows are fixed to a channel that airs reruns of Boobwatch around the clock, a classic TV series about blue-footed boobys running in slow-motion across the beach. Staff and long-standing guests all agree — there’s no better summer programming than this!

IT’S FREE REAL ESTATE

▷ Thanks to a classic move called “overbooking,” new arrivals are being checked in to all this wondrous new property that’s just opened up. The catch? Why, characters are stuffed up to 4 in a room, of course. Don’t worry, that’s what the bunk beds are for!

▷ Characters still wake up naked save for a robe, as is standard for the Golden Peacock. This round’s robes are a light and breezy linen, patterned with tropical flowers and colorful designs. Some of these robes are more sheer than others. Watch out that the gentle breeze on the beach doesn’t reveal more than you wanted.

▷ Existing characters are welcome to temporarily take up residence in any empty slots in these homes. The staff understand that sometimes you want to pretend to be a brand new guest again, all bright-eyed and ready for adventure. They can even lock you out of your real room for an extra bit of authenticity. No need to ask! It’s all taken care of already.

THOSE WHO POUND SAND

▷ Several lifeguards have been newly hired to protect the beach and its visitors. These burly fellows and lasses all have three things in common: skimpy swimwear, rippling muscles, and seagull heads. They spend most of their time hanging out in groups, flexing and gossiping loudly. If characters approach them for their complimentary swimwear, they will provide whatever they’re currently wearing for them to use... by force, if necessary.

▷ Characters who seem particularly vulnerable or are holding something particularly tasty may find themselves surrounded by these lifeguards out of nowhere. The seagulls are relentless, pushing and shoving and pulling hair until they get what they want. Hope you didn’t like your sand castle very much. Those on the lower end of the rank scale will suffer the worst harassment, and they may even go out of their way to harass wildcards, 2s, and 3s just for the heck of it.

▷ Being new hires and fairly low on the resort staff hierarchy, these troublemakers can be easily chased off by someone of a high enough rank, or an assertive enough presence to pass as one. T-they’re not scared! They just remembered they have a mandatory group cawing session to get to! Buzz off!

FUN IN THE SUN

DON'T FORGET TO OIL UP

What’s a beach without fun and games? Dreadfully boring! That’s why all of the beach classics have been expertly set up by staff, including strip volleyball nets, giant boob-shaped beach balls, and plenty of floaties for use in the shallower areas of the temporary ocean. A row of parasols with paired lounge chairs underneath them are placed in some prime viewing areas for festivities. Any time you get thirsty, there’s always a cooler full of canned drinks conveniently nearby, courtesy of Cock-a-Doodle-Doo’s. Sometimes you can hear the staff whispering to each other, “What if it’s too perfect? We won’t be able to deal with the ratings dip once the beach ends!”

Seashells have been arbitrarily scattered along the shoreline, coming in both natural shapes and ones a little more... erotic. The sexiest ones of all are conch shells that let you hear the moans of another guest when held up to your ear; supposedly, if you hook up with the person on the other end of the shell, you’ll be extra lucky in the casino for the rest of the summer. All in all, it’s a carefully tailored creation that can be called nothing short of paradise.

THE BEACH BUNNY BARBECUE BONANZA

▷ This booth constantly has smoke billowing out the top and is manned during the entire day by one man – Steve, formerly from reception. It seems this is his punishment duty for be-bathrooming all of the arrivals, last time. Those willing to lend Steve a sympathetic ear will be entreated to bring him water, since the sweltering heat of the booth dries him out like nobody’s business. No matter how characters try to help him, though, a tragedy always occurs and the water always ends up spilled across the sand. That curse really is something, huh?

▷ The signature item at this cookout are the Flamin’ Hop Skewers. Made due to the current overpopulation in the Conservatory, these spicy-sweet — emphasis on the spicy — glazed skewers temporarily grant those who consume them the soul of a rabbit, including their insatiable desire to mate. Any rabbits that resort-goers have formed an attachment with have not been culled, so don’t worry about your precious buns!

▷ The booth also boasts several other exotic meats and vegetables that are considerably safer to eat, for guests who find themselves unable to overcome their attachment. Some of these skewers also feature fruits, including the hybrid ones from the previous gardening collab with the Dizzy Pigeon. Characters are free to revisit any of the Orchard prompts under the Smoky Nectar section of our PREVIOUS TDM.

A SHOW OF STRENGTH

▷ When the projected sun is at its highest, staff members will start bringing out tarps and watermelons, fresh from the gardens. What’s that, you ask? Oh, of course these were donated willingly! What a strange question!

▷ The goal is to smash the watermelon the staff give you until the succulent red fruit inside is splattered all across the tarp, perfect for falling comically into or... eating, if you’re into that. The rules are that you must use your buttocks to do so, and you only get two tries. Successfully cracking open the watermelon on the first try will earn characters a large payout, and if it’s on the second try, a medium payout.

▷ Failing to bust a watermelon at all won’t have any penalties associated with it, and you can always try again tomorrow! In order to keep their watermelon supplies steady for the duration of the beach festivities, the staff do ask that guests attempt this no more than once per day.

DAYDREAM PARASOLS

▷ Every umbrella set up on the sands has two lounge chairs set up underneath it, with a shared table between them. The chairs are padded and oh-so-comfy — sitting in them for too long while another person is present will result in both characters falling into a deep sleep.

▷ While asleep, characters will discover they’re sharing a dream with their umbrella-mate. The dream is always set on the same beach as the waking world, but there are floating clouds and sparkles in a range of pastel colors. Other beachgoers are faceless, if not entirely absent. It’s just the two of you.

▷ Anything the characters think of can drift in and out of the dreamscape, including but not limited to items from home, scary monsters to dramatically rescue your partner from, and strange abilities to fly or float through the air. However, characters will also be at full suit activation in the dream. Once both characters orgasm or they naturally wake up from their naps, they’ll find things are entirely back to normal, as much as they ever are in the resort.

NOTES

▶ All new arrivals have been issued four food and four clothing vouchers. These vouchers are as good as money around the resort. The staff will strongly insist on characters picking out "summery" attire with it, though.

▶ Existing characters may be booted into the bungalows or locked out of their room against their will. We leave it up to player discretion if this happens and the degree to which they're removed from their normal suite.

▶ For the Daydream Parasols, wildcards may be afflicted by whichever suit their player prefers for the duration of the dream. This will have no bearing on their suit selection when applying, and suit effects should not manifest once back in the waking world. It's just a dream, after all!

▶ The dreamscape has no explicit time limit, so feel free to make them as long or as short as desired. Dreams should also be sexy first and foremost. While you can include your mom dying in the background if you'd like, you have to be horny about it too.

TWINKLING CURRENTS

THE PARTY NEVER STOPS

As the sun sets in a cascade of colors over the water, lamps are lit and floating lights surface from the depths. Stars twinkle in the sky, and Steve is finally released from his smoky shackles. Though the daytime amenities have gone to sleep, the night promises its own set of beachy wonders sure to please even the most distinguished of vacationers.

Flyers posted in the lobby and in the hallways promise of a bar ran by the most enchanting mermaids you could ever want to fuck, as well as a fireworks show in every color, including ones you’ve never heard of. With the seagulls gone to bed, peace settles across the sands, tinted blue, yellow, and pink from the myriad of lights. For those seeking a more subdued, romantic air — this is the beach for you.

SWIM UP TO THE BAR

▷ While the advertisements promised mermaids, they were careful not to include any photos or illustrations. Wading out into the sea to the floating bar quickly illustrates why: these merfolk are fish on top, not the bottom! If asked about this configuration or accused of being unsexy, they’ll lift their elegant legs out of the water and exclaim, “How else would you be able to fuck us if not for these!” Though a few guests seem unsatisfied by this clarification, there are no complaints about the drinks themselves.

▷ HOLDING ON TO SUMMER. This cocktail brings seaberry-gin, limoncello, white crème de cacao, and freshly squeezed lemon juice over pebbled ice, wrapping you in decadent flavors accenting the season. Drinking this cocktail can cause you to be overcome with the desire to lean back and sink into the ocean itself, but fret not! It also grants you the wonderful ability to breathe underwater, no gills required! And it’s topped with a yummy little ball of white chocolate.

▷ MANGO STAR. A delightfully bright drink in a highball glass, the combination of elderflower rose syrup and seaberry-gin floats a summery pink over the orange mixture of mango juice, lime juice and honey syrup on the bottom. On top are two cute little stars cut out of mango, accented with mint leaves. Guests who drink this cocktail report some confusion in the identity of other guests, as just one drink is enough to shift perception of others. Other characters may appear to be different guests of the resort, or familiar faces from home.

▷ SEABERRY FLORADORA. This is a vibrant cocktail made of seaberry-gin, ginger beer, lime juice and raspberry syrup, highlighted by floral ice cubes and edible flowers. Despite its bright pink color indicating a level of cheerfulness for the summer, this flavorful cocktail causes guests to be quickly overwhelmed with a sense of loneliness. The longer this sensation goes on, the more guests will try to seek out company to aid in the ache, even if it means appearing quite desperate in the process. Each successive drink will increase the severity of the effect.

▷ BLACKBERRY ROSEMARY GIMLET. Blackberries, rosemary sprigs, simple syrup, and a combination of seaberry-gin and lime juice make this aromatic cocktail. It’s double strained over ice and garnished with a blackberry on a pick, giving it a regal appearance. Drinking this cocktail causes obsessive and possessive behavior, however — sometimes to extreme levels. Should your partner choose this cocktail to drink, you may not want to mention anything that could make them jealous. Each successive drink will increase the severity of the effect.

▷ JUST SOME SEAWATER? Questioning the mermaids and mermen on how they came to be the way that they are will result in them offering you an item off the sea-cret menu. Taking a glass from the bar, they dip it into the ocean and offer it right over to you. Drinking the seawater does, in fact, turn you into a very sexy reverse merman or mermaid. This occurs whether or not you drink it from the glass or take in a gulp while swimming, so watch out!

ACROSS THE NIGHT SKY

▷ Where else could you get a perfect view of the stars? Despite the sea of lights below, the artificial nature of the skies in the resort means that all guests get an unrivaled view of the galaxy. Which galaxy? Why, any of them — characters will see a shifting range of constellations from night to night, including ones they don’t recognize, ones shaped a bit like something you might find in Love Dove, and ones that are identical to those from their home. Happy gazing!

▷ A fireworks show is held every night, from 10PM until 1AM. The noises are just loud enough to block out a whispered confession timed correctly, but aren’t quite enough to inhibit conversation. Most of the fireworks are from a design series known as Matteo’s Masterpieces, and range from the standard burst to abstract shapes to... well, you know. Unlike the sloppy doodles found in the margins of books while Swan Lake was decaying, all of the boobs and dicks blasted across the sky are very well rendered. For fireworks.

SANDY SCAVENGING

A GAME OF BEACHES

It wouldn't be the Golden Peacock without a game for guests to play! All guests that wander into the beach area may find themselves receiving one of two Watch messages. Some very special guests may even receive both challenges — or continuously receive a new challenge when the last 24 hours is up. The resort just wants you to have the most fun possible!

SCAVENGER HUNT: EASY MODE (SFW)

Hello, dear guest. You have been randomly selected to play our EASY MODE: SCAVENGER HUNT! You have 24 hours to complete this hunt. Once completed, please submit your collected items to the nearest SEAGULL LIFEGUARD to claim your reward of Great Tit! Dessert Vouchers and a large payout.

Guests who do not complete the hunt in 24 hours will be hunted down and then publicly spanked by a SEAGULL LIFEGUARD.

Please note that items scavenged may not be personal items. They must be collected from other sources. Good luck!

1. Collect one unfinished drink.

2. Collect two kisses.

3. Collect three pairs of sunglasses.

4. Collect four sets of sandals.

5. Collect five feathers from a lifeguard.

SCAVENGER HUNT: HARD MODE (NSFW)

Hello, dear guest. You have been randomly selected to play our HARD MODE: SCAVENGER HUNT! You have 24 hours to complete this hunt. Once completed, please submit your collected items to the nearest SEAGULL LIFEGUARD to claim your reward of Naked Yolk Kink Vouchers and an extra-large payout. Winners will also be given a limited edition WINNER pin. Any guests wearing a WINNER pin will be treated as kings and queens of the beach, and be permitted to command any other guests as they see fit.

Guests who do not complete the hunt in 24 hours will be hunted down, stripped, and then strapped into the fuck pillory by our SEAGULL LIFEGUARDS. Losers will be free game for other guests to use for their pleasure.

Please note that items scavenged may not be personal items. They must be collected from other sources. Good luck!

1. Collect one cup of cum.

2. Collect two bite marks.

3. Collect three pubic hairs.

4. Collect four nudes (nude images).

5. Collect five bathing suit bottoms.

NOTES

▶ All effects from the swim-up bar last around 2-3 hours, but may be extended by having another drink.

INTO THE DEPTHS

IT'S HIGH TIDE WE GET OUT OF HERE

Though the beach experience is perfect on the surface, things are less elegant behind the scenes. Wave-making machines pulse and rattle down below, shaking the ceiling of the basement suites. Water leaks from pipes, streaking across walls and pooling on the uneven floors. The maintenance levels are abuzz with staff setting out buckets and pans, shooing lost guests away with a heightened level of urgency. Someone got a little too enthusiastic with mopping, they claim. Nothing to worry about at all!

Even the ocean itself isn’t without its issues. Despite appearing as a boundless expanse from the shore, the walls of the Golden Peacock are a very real factor. To avoid any undue damage to the screens that comprise the sky, the sea stops abruptly before it reaches them, cascading into a waterfall all the way down to the depths of the resort. Gentle currents become swirling vortexes and choppy waves, sure to pull down any guests that aren’t careful about where they swim. A few gull-guards patrol the line of buoys that mark the end of the safe swimming area, but the primary line of defense the resort relies on is the utter disinterest most of its guests have.

TUMBLING DOWN

▷ Characters who stray past the line of buoys out in the far sea will find themselves caught in a riptide that sucks them straight over the edge of the water. This applies both to characters swimming, or characters in some sort of vessel, such as a small rowboat borrowed from the staff.

▷ Feel free to make up any sort of vehicle rentals in general, as long as they’re reasonable in size — they should be able to accommodate 1-2 characters at most. A waverider would be okay, but a yacht would not.

▷ While falling down the waterfall, characters will temporarily black out before hitting anything solid. They will resurface anywhere there is standing water, whether that be a flooded hallway, in the Crane’s Respite, or even in someone’s open toilet bowl. There are no limitations on where in the resort the resurfacing can happen; even the bathrooms at Roost aren’t safe from this teleportation.

A RISING FLOOD

▷ Drainage is a difficult aspect to manage. Though the majority of the seawater is recycled to maintain the ocean above, enough of it is siphoned off for deeper filtration that the resort’s plumbing systems simply can’t handle the volume. Leaks are happening on all floors below ground, increasing in depth the further down into the basement characters go.

▷ Characters living in the rank 2, 3, and 4 suites may notice that in addition to having leaks in the hallway, their own rooms are also flooding. This can range anywhere from a constant, unpleasantly damp floor, to having an entire cascade of water blow them and any other unsuspecting guests down several hallways the moment their door is opened. Life vests are recommended.

▷ The flooding will intensify as the event goes on, culminating in some of the maintenance levels being entirely underwater towards the end of the event. Once the event is over, the flooding will recede within about a day, leaving only a few water stains here and there as evidence of their presence.

NOTES

▶ Any amount of standing water is a valid target for a character’s resurfacing, even something as minor as a glass of water. For situations where a character would not actively fit into the source of their arrival, they will be violently flung out of it, knocking over or spilling it in the process if that’s possible.

▶ As always, players are free to control the level to which their individual characters are affected, and being flooded out of their space is not mandatory.

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OOC NOTES

INVITES | RESERVES | APPLICATIONS

▶ BLANKET CW: alcohol; altered states; aphrodisiacs; breeding urge; delusions; forced clotheswearing; hallucinations; harassment and bullying; jealousy; thalassophobia; transformation; unreality

▶ All characters on the TDM are WILDCARDS, which means they have not yet been assigned a card value. The house is still observing and deciding. As rank and suits are assigned upon acceptance your character's suit will not manifest until they are accepted into the game.

▶ All TDMs are game canon. This TDM acts as the game's June event. The beach will ICly be present from June 15th - June 30th.

▶ Current characters may top level on the TDM. Any current characters posting to the TDM should note they are current in their subject header.

▶ The top level directory is for new characters only. We want to make sure new characters are prioritized and receive attention!

▶ If you aren't satisfied with these prompts, please feel free to check out our LOCATIONS to explore more of the resort! There are recent additions to the locations page as well, for those who have yet to see them!

▶ Smut threads that take place on this TDM can be used for rewards. If both parties in the smut thread join the game, you may retroactively apply the character's initial card values to your 52 bank. If one character does not join the game the thread will not be applicable toward rewards (as that character would not have a card value). The character that does join would still receive a small payout for the encounter. Hopefully it was a fun thread regardless!

▶ We ask you to kindly add content warnings to your threads as appropriate.

▶ If you do not currently have permissions and kinks listed in your character’s journal we suggest leaving a note in your top level of any limits or boundaries for other players to reference.

▶ Don't forget your sunscreen! We'd hate for any chicken wings to come out burnt.

NAVIGATION • LOG • NETWORK • OOC • MEME

Comments

i. I am blowing you a kiss as always

[armwriostle]

[He doesn't see who they're harassing at first, just that he has noticed that the lifeguards are up to no good. And well, Wriothesley is not someone who likes to see those in authoritative positions abusing their station.

After all, these guys are supposed to be there incase anything goes wrong, not to be bullying beachgoers as they please. Well, what gull is going to try and test the mettle and bite of a dog? While he isn't a face card, he is of moderate rank and if moderate rank isn't enough, the man has a vicious aura around him. It's one that definitely screams that they shouldn't test their lucky anymore.]

You guys better scram if you know what's good for you. [They might be muscled, but Wriothesley is too and the large scars all over his body is definitely enough for one to know his bite is probably worse than his bite.] Beat it.

mwah

[lieabilities]

[ Watching the seagulls finally flutter off with flustered squawks isn't nearly as satisfying as it should have been, given it'd taken the appearance of another power to achieve that result. Appearing weak and helpless was a tactic Kleken reserved to use on his own terms, and this most certainly hadn't an example of that. But as the crowd clears off and he catches sight of who his unexpected rescuer is, his indignation starts to settle at the familiar face. ]

[ Well, this wasn't the worst outcome. ]

It appears my hero has arrived.

[armwriostle]

[As he turns to check on the other, recognition immediately arises. He kneels down to help brush sand off the other and help them back to his feet.] Really, are you sure you're not a guest here? With how often we've ran into each other, I'm honestly surprised.

[Twice is a coincidence. Three seems too much. Still, he's glad he found the other as he did.] Are you okay? They didn't hurt you, right?

[lieabilities]

[ This is one of a few occasions where Kleken lets himself be assisted and fussed over, the indignation of being treated as some bird's breakfast snack far greater than his personal pride. Plus, he is quite fond of Wriothesley, however few their meetings were at this point. ]

This has become one of my favorite vacation spots.

[ In particular because the man often played along with his ridiculous little lies. ]

I'm fine now. They were annoyances, but they weren't able to pierce my skin.

[ He holds up his wrists to show evidence; there's no bleeding happening, but there are several dark spots on his skin, bruising caused by sharp beaks. His skin, as pale as it was, made them look worse than they were, a fact Kleken well knew and took advantage of whenever he needed to. ]

[armwriostle]

Oh~? I think that you could find better vacation spots. I'm not sure I quite recommend this one. Different strokes for different folks, I guess. [And playing along, he does.

Well, it's not like they actually have a choice in being here.]

I'm sure you could have handled yourself, fine. [Which is just a little pointed that he knows Kleken definitely doesn't need to rely on him. He knows this man is more than meets to eye. Yet, he also doesn't really call them out on it.] You'll probably want to go to the infirmary for these, but if they aren't really affecting you as it is, they'll heal with time. Nothing serious, right?

[lieabilities]

Oh, but this one has you.

[ The sincerity with which that's said is easily enough to be suspicious for anyone who's known the man, even for a few minutes. ]

[ He's also not going to address being able to handle himself, because this is very much the one case where he can't quite do so. But he also won't be admitting that to anyone anytime soon, not without some sort of substantial gain for himself in the process. ]

Nothing serious. I believe you're right, with time they'll heal up. I'm quite sorry for worrying you though.

[armwriostle]

Are you trying to seduce me again? You seem to have a knack for it.

[And Wriothesley is happy to play along. The sentiment seems less sincere and more just playful flirting and he's happy to pretend with the other regardless of its validity or not. It's all in good fun.

Satisfied that the other looks no worse for wear, he finishes dusting sand off the other.]

You don't have to apologize. They shouldn't be bullying people around like they are. [A click of his tongue as he glances out where he's sure some of them are looking for a new target to bully.] I'm glad that I could help before things got any worse.

[lieabilities]

It seems you simply have that effect on me.

[ Honestly speaking, it's far too easy to fall into flirtatious patterns with the other man, given how easily he goes along with Kleken's whims every time. It's comfortable, in a way he's rarely had the chance to indulge in back in Umbraton with all the political movements around him. What a dangerous addiction this could grow to be...

[ But that's a worry for another time, if there is one. He fully expects to be tossed off into the wilds once again after this brief but especially enjoyable outing. ]

You have my thanks for getting involved. I do hope you've been well?

[ How long has it been, he has to wonder. ]

[armwriostle]

Have I charmed you that much? I'll try not to squander your affection then.

[He chuckles softly.]

I don't like bullies like that, so I had to do something. [Wriothesley very much wasn't about to let the lifeguards act like they own the beach. He wasn't going to let bullies do their thing in prison, so he definitely wasn't going to let them do it here.

He runs a hand through his hair before shrugging. His appearance had changed somewhat, his short hair now a long mane, tied into a messy ponytail. Ultimately, he isn't much different. Perhaps a little tired since February.] Same old, I suppose. A few things have happened since we last saw each other. I think you manage to miss the most exciting moments of this place.

[lieabilities]

I appreciate your consideration.

[ He's obvious in looking over Wriothesley, a mixture of assessment and appreciation. The physical differences are noted, giving him a rough estimate of a few months that he's been stuck in whatever strange cycle he has been. The Shadowlord would undoubtedly be disappointed in him for allowing himself to be trapped for so long... ]

[ The momentary concern in his gaze is gone in the next moment, composure regained as he offers his usual easy-going smile. ]

What a shame. I don't suppose you might have the time to spare to catch me up?

[armwriostle]

[Wriothesley snorts a little at that.] Sure, why not. [He had no reason not to talk with Kleken. If the man might one day become a guest, then it might be best if they were familiar with some of the things that were to come.

He hooks his arm with Kleken's so they can stroll across the beach together. Part of it was just that Wriothesley was a naturally tactile person, but it also meant that the lifeguards would think twice about approaching the tentacle'd man.

As they walk, he goes over events that had transpired the last few months. The predator and prey event in March to the following spring festivities in April. The strange happenings of May that involved the Clubs suit to vie for power.] You really did miss out on quite a bit. [Somehow, he gets the feeling that Kleken would have thrived being a predator to all the hapless diamond rabbits.

Himself included.]

[lieabilities]

[ He has little problems with hooking his arm together with Wriothesley, well aware of the physical protection the man provides, one that he's more than willing to take advantage of. He'd had quite enough seagulls for one day, and not nearly enough Wriothesley. A tentacle also sneaks its way out of Kleken's sleeve to wind its way along the other man's bicep, nestling comfortably on his shoulder without a care in the world. ]

[ Each tidbit of information he's given is eagerly consumed and stored away, a part of him pleasantly surprised at how cleanly and concisely the information is provided. It's satisfying to be able to listen to how easily he recounts the various scenarios that have happened, and brushes up against that thought of just how nice it'd be if his coworkers back home were anywhere near as competent. Alas, just another dream in this odd dream-like world. ]

[ He glances over at the comment, giving his best predatory smile in response. ]

A shame. Perhaps they thought it for the best?

[ Which was rude to Kleken specifically, honestly. ]

[armwriostle]

[What does it say about him that he got so used to the tentacles that accompany Kleken? Well, they’re kind of cute with how friendly they are, so who could fault Wriothesley for liking them. He gently pats the tentacle on his shoulder as they walk across the sandy beach.

When one works with information most of their life, one also knows how to present it. It’s obvious that the boxer works with intel to some extent.]

Who knows. It’s hard to tell how they decide anything. I haven’t exactly seen any particular pattern nor a rhyme or reason. It just seems like you’re unlucky. Or lucky, depending how you see it.

[Don’t worry. One day, Kleken will get to enjoy a rabbit Wriothesley.]

[lieabilities]

[ He better get a chance to see rabbit Wriothesley himself, he deserves it after all he's been through. ]

[ Well, he doesn't, but he wants it all the same. The tentacles do deserve pats though. ]

I'll think of it as both then. Lucky enough to have been here for the moments I have and unlucky enough to miss the interesting moments I did.

How do you suppose my luck will go from here on out?

[ Kleken fully expects to be tossed back into the abyss pit once this wonderful vacation is over, but negative thoughts of the like are better left unsaid in such bright locales. ]

[armwriostle]

[He'll get plenty of things in the near future. Kleken merely needs to be patient for it to eventually fall in their lap.

Wriothesley taps his chin in thought before smiling.]

What is this? The third time right? Third's time a charm is a saying, no? Perhaps you'll get your lucky break now. [Wriothesley doesn't know what will happen. Clorinde had also shown up for a third time. He was pretty sure it was either people got checked in soon after or ended up similarly to Kleken and Clorinde apparently.

It was hard to gauge the whims of the resort.] What do you want to happen?

[lieabilities]

[ Well, at least patience is the one thing he does have. Somehow. And unbeknownst to him, it truly would be rewarded this time. ]

Oh, is that the saying? Then perhaps I am due for my turn of luck.

[ It sounded more a lesson in persistence than patience, to annoy the competition into accepting your way, which was just as viable a method as any to Kleken. So why not be annoyingly persistent while he was here then? He'll have to bother more people later and see if that has any effect on his status. ]

[ When asked for his ideal, however, he simply smiles lightly in return before glancing ahead at the beach before them. ]

To have a proper vacation, I suppose. I've heard they're quite enjoyable.

[armwriostle]

Better to hope for the best but keep your expectations realistic. [Which is to say, he guesses the other doesn't want to get tossed into whatever strange time discrepancy the resort has and actually be checked in. Or stop being dragged back here constantly. He isn't sure which one Kleken would want more.

He laughs though.]

A proper vacation? I don't think I've had one myself, but I also heard they're good to have.

[lieabilities]

Should I tamper down on my dreams then?

[ the tone of his voice is far too teasing and light to be any sort of actual worry or concern. Because while he may talk romantically about dreams and the like, Kleken is by far a realistic sort. Something hammered into him since youth. Whims of fancy and ideal hopes don't carry a man very far on the streets, and survival has always been his first and foremost priority. ]

[ That doesn't mean he can't at least pretend to indulge in them sometimes though. ]

Ah, what a shame, I'd been hoping to ask for advice. Perhaps you're due for one as well though.

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