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[cleptes]

Normally at this time of year I would be in a much warmer country, sipping cocktails on the beach and working on my tan. Work and responsibilities being the furthest thing from my mind. Sounds perfect, doesn't it?

[ There's a lilt of nostalgia in her voice. ]

Unfortunately, my travel plans are a little restricted in this universe or alternative dimension- whatever you want to call it. If anyone has any suggestions of where I can go, please leave them here. Serious answers, please. I don't want to end up somewhere dull and boring. Least of all, cold.

I won't be taking a holiday until early next month so don't fret, my shop will be still be open as normal. It's called Herodotus Antiques, located in Maurtia Falls, for those of you who don't know already.

[ Blatant advertising? Not exactly beneath her. ]

I strongly encourage you to come and take a look. Not tonight though. I'm heading out.

[ And click! ]

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[restingstitchface]

Oh, you should visit Florida. It's one of the milder states at this time of year.

The residents befit a woman of your stature.

[And get caught midst a hurricane or something, please.]

[cleptes]

[Oh. Him.]

You sound awfully sure about that, Crane.

Considering the fact that you don't really know me.

[restingstitchface]

No I don't. You've had quite the number of roles, after all. But you're not that talented an actress. Are you the sacrificial maidan? Are you the person you pretend you are? Is it wealth and sex you desire or something more ephemeral? I wonder...

[Ah. Such a fascinating thing.]

[cleptes]

I like to think that I'm adaptable. Playing whatever role I need to play in order to survive. I'm sure I'm not the only person here who does that.

[It's not exactly a lie, but it isn't the whole truth either. She doesn't want Crane of all people to analyse her.]

The wealth seeking part is certainly true. And while I like sex, I don't need it all of the time.

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[glitterateur]

California! Or Texas, it's super warm in Texas.

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[cleptes]

Texas, hm? Never been there before. I'm more interested in somewhere with a beach though.

How are you, Mabel?

[glitterateur]

Then California is your best bet! I dunno what the ones in this world are like but the ones back home are warm and have plenty of sand and guys in swimsuits.

[She gives Bela a thumbs up.]

I'm okay! Things're kinda busy but it's almost the holidays so that's normal, right?

[cleptes]

Guys in swimsuits? I think I might be sold on that alone.

[Okay, so she's a little shameless.]

Yeah, that's normal. I'm sure you must be excited about them though, right? With the celebrations and the decorations. That sort of thing.

[justimprobable]

You should come down to Florida. I'm not sure how cold it'll get next month, but it's still bare legs weather here.

[cleptes]

Another vote for Florida. Seems like a popular destination.

[A smile.]

Is that a personal invite or more general?

[justimprobable]

Well, it's whatever you'd like it to be, Miss Talbot.

[She puts on her extra posh voice for that. It's a nice day and she's feeling bold.]

Where do you usually jet off to, back home?

[cleptes]

I'll keep that in mind, Miss Oswald.

[Bela likes bold.]

The Bahamas. Or Jamaica. But southern France is lovely too.

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[stealwithit]

I feel like Miami's always a safe bet if you're looking for nice beaches. And if you can travel more... conventionally, [ i.e., not limited to places you can get to with the Porters ] Somewhere in California. Or Hawaii?

And I think I've walked past your store a few times while wandering around Maurtia Falls. Just window-shopping. [ Honest! ] I have to say -- nice collection you've got going on in there.

(( ooc; I know I promised cr forever ago and failed but here we are!! ))

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[cleptes]

Another suggestion for Florida. [ Bela sounds faintly amused. ] I do like the idea of Hawaii. Not too far away and the perfect getaway spot. I need to think about it.

Well, thanks. I'm rather proud of how the shop looks and the stock I have. You should consider coming in the next time you pass by. Maybe I'll give you a discount as a new customer.

(( it's never too late! we have it now :3))

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[stealwithit]

Well, it is the easiest to get to. But I would take Hawaii over Florida any day, especially if you're really looking for that "getaway" feeling.

[ hahaha buying things ] Maybe I will. It can't hurt, right? Although, I'm actually more interested in your procurement of the collection. Antique road shows, thrift shops...?

[cleptes]

[ Hawaii was much more appealing than Florida to Bela at this point. ]

You're not the only person who has asked me how I acquire the items for my shop. Antiques aren't exactly common here.

[ But was there a particular reason why she was asking or was it genuine curiosity? ]

There was a quite a bit of inventory when I first got the shop, but I've sourced them from other places.

Why do you ask?

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[knifecollecting]

Why not just move to Florida somewhere? [Florida's pretty warm most of the time.]

Voice

[cleptes]

I don't want to move to Florida. I'd rather treat it like a holiday spot instead.

Voice

[knifecollecting]

Oh. [A shrug.]

Then just take a vacation.

Voice

[cleptes]

That's the plan.

[Wherever she decides to go.]

You should consider taking one.

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[mickeyd_emon]

If you like the small town mindset and just wanna get away, that De Chima place in Virginia is pretty homey. Lotsa trees. [he was there for like 3 hours and accosted a demon dog before leaving. don't take him at his word. not that he's wrong]

But more importantly, I live in Maurtia Falls, too! Call me Maou. It's nice to phone-meet you.

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[cleptes]

I've been to De Chima a few times before. It's nice, but I'm still keen to go to the beach. [Because of the possibility of cocktails and a tan.]

Ah, a neighbour then. My name is Bela. Nice to phone-meet you too, Maou. How long have you been here for?

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[mickeyd_emon]

Looks like Florida's your best bet, then.

I dropped into this world about a month ago, an' I gotta say. America and Japan are like day an' night. The Japanese hardly even look up when the sky's on fire. [he talks like he's fond of Japan, but he definitely thinks their lack of survival skills is insane]

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[americanhustle]

[ There's no reason for this to be video, but why not do video when you look like this. Solo is sitting outside somewhere hard to identify, drink in hand. ]

That does sound quite perfect. Any interesting suggestion thus far?

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[cleptes]

[ She switches to video as well, giving him a smile. Bela doesn't mind looking at him and she's fairly certain he won't mind doing the same in return. ]

Florida, Texas, California. Even De Chima. I'd call that interesting.

[ A pause. ]

Why, you thinking of taking a holiday yourself?