Voice/Audio; Anonymous (mild language warning)

[angel_of_death]

It feels like I can barely walk five steps in Celliwig before someone tosses confetti over my head.

[There is a soft sound in the foreground just behind Walter's androgynous voice, fingers gingerly picking through strands to remove the offending substance from his hair.]

His Majesty was gravely wounded, yet they still insist on giving us some kind of hero's treatment. I went to the ceremony and all for the sake of Camelot staying on good terms with Celliwig, but this charade they insist on putting on... it's a goddamned nuisance.

[And every time they do it -- every cheer or offer for a free meal, it's like rubbing salt in an already aggravated wound.]

If something happens in Celliwig that requires my attention, just... put the word out on the network here, and I'll get to it.

Comments

[starshower]

Why not come with next time I'm there?

[Even though this whole thing is anonymous, and she has no idea who she's even talking to, but having a friendly... face? might prove to be helpful.]

There's not a whole lot left to do, but I could use a couple extra hands.

[angel_of_death]

When do you plan on going?

[With as much as he has planned to do, he would prefer to arrange for something like this in advance.]

[starshower]

I kind of come and go when I've got time, but...

[If he plans on actually meeting her there, then? She can make some exceptions to her schedule, or lack thereof if it will keep this anonymous man out of danger.]

In a week from today, maybe? Next plan was painting that fence. I was thinking something more colourful to help liven it up for the animals.

[angel_of_death]

I think I can make that work. Fair warning though, I'm not an artist.

[And he has no idea why a colourful fence would be appreciated by the animals. But a painted fence is a painted fence. No matter what colour it is, the paint should protect it from the elements.]

[starshower]

[Shhh, don't ask questions, Walter! Accept the colourful fence for what it is, and that is cute.]

You don't have to be a painter, but you do know how to wield a brush, yeah? I don't think anyone will mind. If there's a place to herd the sheep into for some shearing, then that's what matters, but might as well make it look nice in the process.

[angel_of_death]

...Is it really for the animals?

[It sounds more like something artsy for people to have fun with. Children, perhaps? Or maybe there's some culture out there that just really enjoys colours on things...]

Will we be bringing the supplies? Or will they be provided?

[Important questions there.]

[starshower]

I like to think animals appreciate a nice looking space too.

[But whether they do or not, having something for the workers there to look at wouldn't be so bad.]

I prefer to bring my own, but I think there's some provided around there, but I don't mind sharing either if you don't have any.

[angel_of_death]

I can pick up a brush. Do you have enough primer for the job?

[He's going to leave the colours up to her. She's the one with the artistic vision in this.]

[starshower]

Don't worry about the supplies. I've got you covered.

[Including enough primer! And whatever else is required to paint a fence. Even something to sand it with to make the wood look nicer. It's probably overkill (it definitely is) but it's the only way she thinks she can make up for the damage she caused to it.]

Just bring yourself and maybe your best apron. Wouldn't want your clothes to get dirty. [ ... ] Oh, and a name...?

[She's going to need that if they're gonna partner up for this.]

[angel_of_death]

Walter.

[As for the apron, he will indeed bring one; he may know how to get just about anything out of just about anything, but getting dried-in paint would take far too much of his time.]

Since you mentioned shearing sheep, would the location you have in mind happen to be the one listed for that quest?

[starshower]

It's nice to meet you, Walter.

[At this point, Tifa hasn't had the chance to take a peek at the job postings, but if there are sheep, then there is a likelihood that these ones are somewhat involved. Every sheep does need shearing eventually.]

Could be, but I wouldn't put my money on it. This isn't the only farm around here after all... but if you're looking for some cute animals, I can point you in a few directions.

[angel_of_death]

[Why would he be looking for cute animals? It doesn't make any sense to him. But his is a life ill-suited to keeping pets.]

I can't imagine why I would. No one has asked me to acquire any for them.

gonna push to a wrap if that's cool! :)

[starshower]

Once you meet the sheep, maybe they'll change your mind.

[Because they are cute. Not that she's a sheep person—she prefers cats and dogs herself—but they're fun to play with and feed. Goats, too!]

Anyway. I'll see what we can do for dates, and get back to you. How's that sound?

o7

[angel_of_death]

I'll anticipate your call.

[Or text, perhaps, since it functions rather like an instantaneous, direct-to-one's phone telegram.

On that note, he sends a short message directly to her account less than a minute later, including his phone number.

She did, after all, say she would be getting back to him.]