[ He's not used to so much contact... Gradually grows awkward. ]
I am curious. I just didn't expect you to suggest breaking it down. [ He has no qualms though, looking rather amused. ] You're kind of a rule breaker, huh?
he's thoughtful for a second, as if trying to determine what to say. but this is heaven, and these people aren't from his island. so... ]
They carry memories of time spend with my grandfather. They're beautiful, and they mean a lot to my family.
He'd take me there, and show me how to care for them. Even if I didn't know much about plants at the time, I love my grandpa. So I wanted to love them, because he did—I wanted to be like him. Someone who loves all flowers, no matter what anyone says.
[ His expression softens as he listens, charmed by Yves' description of and love for his grandfather. ]
Well, I don't really believe in curses. A flower is a flower, neither good nor evil. And honestly, humans are way too quick to assume they belong in everywhere, more than the nature that's native to the land.
[ Rubs his chin. ]
I don't know if I'd take the risk myself given the consequences of a misstep... But if it's a place beloved to you and your family, then that's fine, isn't it?
[ ah... he didn't even realize that he was nervous, but he relaxes a little bit at claude's acceptance with the explanation. is this how people react? maybe he could've trusted more in the island (he would've been stoned and killed) ]
There are little paths you can take to make sure you don't hurt them - they really don't make problems for anyone as long as you're careful. But... I get it.
[ why people naturally don't want to risk it ]
I think it's safer to talk about here. The whole island probably would've scorned me even worse if I mentioned it while I was alive.
yves tries for a smile, just a little smaller than usual ]
You'd think so. [ a beat, thoughtful ] Mm, I don't know why but my scar is... strange.
It's frightening for people. It makes them think I'm possessed, or there's something wrong with me. I... was lucky and given this mask to hide it, and they handle me better now.
[ there is hesitation here - not from lack of trust, but a fear. it eases slightly when claude closes the distance between them, and yves squeezes back
even so, he looks out toward the ocean ]
… well they’re a superstitious people. They think it’s related to the curse. There was another girl there on the night of the fire, who already had rumors surrounding her…
I saved her, but none of what happened was her fault. But because my scar reminds them of the curse… They thought I was Death’s puppet.
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I am curious. I just didn't expect you to suggest breaking it down. [ He has no qualms though, looking rather amused. ] You're kind of a rule breaker, huh?
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I've been told before that I'm less self-righteous than expected, but that keeps things fun right?
[ winks ]
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I'll say. It's nice to get a pleasant surprise.
[ Pats him on the shoulder before extricating himself. He turns away from the door and back toward the view of the water, just enjoying breeze. ]
I am curious. Let's revisit it with some artillery... Right now I'd rather enjoy the weather before getting in trouble.
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Alright. Just say the word when you need a hand.
[ but he'll similarly take in a big breath of the sea breeze, a smile on his lips ]
It really is a nice day out, isn't it? I was just saying if this is really heaven, we should get to have a beach... I wonder if someone heard me.
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[ Looking out over the water... ]
Is a beach the first thing you thought of when you thought of heaven?
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[ love those weirdos ]
But after that, it was places I'd love to see again... so it was the beach, and one other place.
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What's the other place?
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What if I said... a cursed field of flowers?
[ glances over... just to see how claude reacts... ]
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Cursed in what sense? Is this related to the flowers on your halo...?
[ Like, he can see them. ]
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Well... if you leave them alone, nothing bad happens but...
If you plucked them or stepped on them or accidentally hurt them - you'd die. So... I do understand their bad reputation.
[ and yet, ]
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[ Like, that does sound terrible. ]
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he's thoughtful for a second, as if trying to determine what to say. but this is heaven, and these people aren't from his island. so... ]
They carry memories of time spend with my grandfather. They're beautiful, and they mean a lot to my family.
He'd take me there, and show me how to care for them. Even if I didn't know much about plants at the time, I love my grandpa. So I wanted to love them, because he did—I wanted to be like him. Someone who loves all flowers, no matter what anyone says.
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Well, I don't really believe in curses. A flower is a flower, neither good nor evil. And honestly, humans are way too quick to assume they belong in everywhere, more than the nature that's native to the land.
[ Rubs his chin. ]
I don't know if I'd take the risk myself given the consequences of a misstep... But if it's a place beloved to you and your family, then that's fine, isn't it?
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There are little paths you can take to make sure you don't hurt them - they really don't make problems for anyone as long as you're careful. But... I get it.
[ why people naturally don't want to risk it ]
I think it's safer to talk about here. The whole island probably would've scorned me even worse if I mentioned it while I was alive.
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[ Man, cut this guy some slack. ]
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[ but he does realize something and he pouts a bit ]
But I feel like we talk too much about me, Claude? I don’t mind - but I’ll start to get self-conscious… I want to know about you too, if that’s okay.
[ yves would sooner die than be that hinge date that talks about himself for 45 minutes ]
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But I almost got to ask all the questions I had. The last one being if it's related to your mask.
And why you wear a mask.
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[ he's taken aback, obviously - and that little bit of nervousness does come back
but there's only one answer here and yves isn't in the habit of lying to his friends ]
... well. Yes.
... but the day's nice, and you seemed to be enjoying the peace. I don't want to bring down your mood with something so... [ pitiful? ] sad.
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No, I should apologize. I shouldn't dredge up painful memories for the sake of my curiosity.
I hope you'll forgive me.
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No, that's not—of course I forgive you.
It's okay. I don't mind. It really is just... I can handle it okay, but I don't want to make others sad with it.
The same reason I wear a mask so I don't scare people.
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His brows furrow. ]
Scare people? Are you hiding a dragon under there?
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yves tries for a smile, just a little smaller than usual ]
You'd think so. [ a beat, thoughtful ] Mm, I don't know why but my scar is... strange.
It's frightening for people. It makes them think I'm possessed, or there's something wrong with me. I... was lucky and given this mask to hide it, and they handle me better now.
I think that's the easiest way to say it.
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[ Well, he guesses that can be intimidating, but it seems like a silly reason to ostracize people.
Then again, he knows all about that.
He'll take one of his hands and squeeze. ]
Why is it strange?
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even so, he looks out toward the ocean ]
… well they’re a superstitious people. They think it’s related to the curse. There was another girl there on the night of the fire, who already had rumors surrounding her…
I saved her, but none of what happened was her fault. But because my scar reminds them of the curse… They thought I was Death’s puppet.
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[ Well, people are strange. ]
But you're still wearing the mask here. Are you worried people will mistreat you?
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