TEST DRIVE MEME #5

[fairyfoes]

TEST DRIVE MEME

Considering apping to EACHDRAIDH? Why not give the setting a test run here! OPTIONAL SCENARIOS 01. ARRIVING IN THE DRABWURLD. The Seelie and Unseelie courts welcome you with mirthful revelry and hearty food. After you have been briefed on your purpose here, you will find an endless feast and a night filled with entertainment to placate your concerns. Mingle with new arrivals, sneak down the castle halls and make sure your eyes are always on your glass; fairies and imps have no bias when it comes to tricks! 02. THE STATION. Looking for a little slice of home? The Station gives you all that and more. Take advantage of the wifi, have a cup of fairy-brewed coffee (the one they didn't spit in) or sit back and relax on the patio. You can even move your things into one of the available rooms! 03. WILDCARD. Your own scenario! Explore the Drabwurld or simply take advantage of your Locket!

Comments

[depicted]

[Dorian feels certain that he has gotten it wrong, and he bows his head, rosy-cheeked once more, voice nervous to see things right.] I'm sorry, I only meant—I didn't mean anything by it.

[cagedinflesh]

[He pulls his hand from his pocket, and finger-by-finger does away with his gloves, to push them into that pocket and put a barrier between the potion and himself. It could become all too tempting to use it, if he can't be a hero of justice, to go the opposite route. Instead, Berserker puts on his best smile, his greatest of talents.]

No, Mr. Gray, you need not apologise. The subject is mine alone to lament. What's more besides, my original meaning was nothing more than that a knight should be more suited to a combative situation than a doctor. Unless you intend to accuse me of having anything less than a maiden's heart?

[depicted]

[It is a good smile, and it distracts him from the peculiar behaviour that preceded it. Dorian lifts his head up, now a little curious, but not certain about if he should ask.

And then he's instantly sent back-pedalling again.] No, of course not—or rather, I would say you don't have a maiden's heart, but I'm certain your heart is as good as any.

[cagedinflesh]

[Covering his mouth, Jekyll laughs, before raising a hand to relent.] I'm afraid I've teased you too much. You needn't remain polite in response to mockery.

[depicted]

[Dorian's very startled.] Oh! You were—mocking me? I didn't realize. [Which is even more mockable. Oh my god he sucks. KICK YOURSELF IN THE TROUSERS, DORIAN, YOU SUCK.]

[cagedinflesh]

[Oh- oh no, he's worse than Tatsumi, it's long since moved from good natured, minor teasing to...just wrong.] A-ah, my most sincere apologies, Mr. Gray. It was nothing more than a small joke, which really was more at my own expense than yours. Please do forgive me my behaviour. I haven't quite got the hang of acting my apparent age.

[depicted]

[He can accept that, derp that he is.] O-oh, all right.

Are you certain?

[cagedinflesh]

Certain of what, exactly? I am certain I had no intention of being cruel. If I overstep, you'll reprimand me, won't you? I wish to fully immerse myself in the mindset of this age, but you see, it proves to be incredibly difficult without my mentor. It is a perilous thing. So you must chastise me for any transgressions, Mr. Gray, and do not hold back for politeness.

[Stand up for yourself, poor, shy boy.]

[depicted]

I could not chastise you for anything, Dr Jekyll. [He manages a slightly braver smile.] How could I be so rude to the Royal Society?

[cagedinflesh]

[It's okay, they probably think he's a quack by now, so, it would only be agreeing with them!

Jekyll laughs, and feigning importance, raises his chin a little higher.]

Ignoring my request would be to disregard the orders of a Doctor of Laws, and more besides!

[depicted]

[At least Dorian's smile is getting better in response.] What, dare I ask, is that 'more' besides your doctorate?

[cagedinflesh]

More doctorates! I am not only a man of science and medicine, but law as well. So you see, you mustn't disregard the law.

[He has like five doctorates don't underestimate him]

Thinking of, do you study?

[depicted]

[WOW THAT IS SO AMAZING OMG!! Dorian is all wide-eyed admiration for Dr Jekyll.] How incredible!

[Wait, this is about him again. He is shy again, except he's a huge nerd so he wants to talk about it. But also, it isn't exactly the most popular topic in social circles and he knows that.] I do, Doctor. At Cambridge. Christ's College.

[cagedinflesh]

Ah, how wonderful, I too studied at Cambridge! Theology, then? Such a rare topic, but as good a topic as any. Better, in fact.

[He tries not to allow his smile to waver, as his statement comes with the distinct feeling of dread and pain which he knows to mean Hyde's annoyance.]

[depicted]

[Dorian shakes his head slightly, somehow feeling he is a disappointment to Jekyll by not studying Theology.] No—I am not settled, but—mathematics is what I like best.

[cagedinflesh]

Ah, very interesting! Too many ignore mathematics, even in my field, yet they always hold relevance, do they not? You must be wise, Mr. Gray.

[depicted]

[His head turns down a little. He needs to get better at taking compliments. (Harry'll teach him!)] It is only that I enjoy them, sir.

[cagedinflesh]

Is that reason for shame? No, a passion is a wonderful thing to have, Mr. Gray. You should never apologise nor feel it is lesser than another man's interest.

[depicted]

[Still not quite meeting Jekyll's eyes, Dorian answers.] No, it isn't shame. Thank you, Dr Jekyll. You're very kind. [Even though Jekyll looks his age, he feels so much older. It leaves an impression on this very impressionable youth.]

[cagedinflesh]

Hardly! You flatter me, Mr. Gray. Have you a particular area of interest within the broad subject of mathematics? Or is it simply an appreciation for numbers?

[depicted]

Only an appreciation, Dr Jekyll. I have not yet refined my studies. [There's a flutter of that brashness that bubbles to the surface—] It is all so wonderful, so beautiful, and I would hate anyone who forced me to choose between its aspects.

[cagedinflesh]

[Jekyll's smile grows, to see Dorian offer some chance to stand up for himself.] Then I shall pray none should ever be so foolish as to force such a thing from you. Never have I heard anyone describe mathematics as 'beautiful', it's a testament to your true investment, and no doubt talent. I admire that.

[depicted]

Do you not think it is beautiful, Dr Jekyll? There is much of song in numbers and much of numbers in song. As music is the purest of all arts, mathematics is the purest of all philosophies.

[cagedinflesh]

I had never considered it that way, in truth. And yet, when you explain it, and with such enthusiasm, I know it to be true.

[depicted]

[Encouraged like this, Dorian cannot help but burst into a sweet, happy smile, an expression to abandon all the stress and fear of life in the purity of its pleasure.] I am glad you are convinced. Many others do not seem to feel the same way.