[CAMPUS/IC] II

[fluffydeathdealer]

[This is a general post for threads that can't go anywhere else, to prevent making closed posts for one or two characters.

Threads here are 100% IC for the_campus.

11/02/14 - An Unexpected Guest
21/02/14 - Finally, No More Pantomime!
21/02/14 - Trial of the Heart: The Truth About Bakura?!
24/02/14 - Just Die Already! Sibyll Versus the Ring
17/03/14 - Tiny Trials With Bakura
21/03/14 - The Soul Alternative! Inside Harriet's Mind
23/03/14 - Bonds Between Men! A Reluctant Tolerance


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[whiterosefoes]

[Harriet nods. It seems they're all in agreement.]

W-Well, I'd rather not throw away my life, you know. [Please do not even think about euthanizing her, man... but she sees what he's saying.]

It's all right to be selfish in this regard. I'm in your hands.

[She just really hopes she can trust him with that... but it seems she can. What is this strange feeling.]

[obeytherod]

Bakura... [He looks over at him at that, brow knitted with worry.]

Thank you. You didn't have to do any of this for me, or for her. [He was a spirit, after all. If he wanted he could just let them all perish. What Malik's other half did was ultimately of no concern to him.]

But don't forget to take care of yourself, too.

[fluffydeathdealer]

[Bakura looks a little embarrassed, shoving his hands in his pockets and looking away.]

Hmph... I'm fine.

[Despite the gruffness of his tone, he doesn't seem displeased. In fact, a little a bit of a teasing note slips in as he continues.]

I look after what's mine. That's all it is. Anyway, when have I ever failed to look after myself? [Beat.] ...don't answer that.

[whiterosefoes]

[LAUGHS AWKWARDLY. Not to kill the mood, but...] Oy! Isn't that pushing it, including me in what's "yours?"

[obeytherod]

... [Malik doesn't answer that, even though he could name plenty of occasions. For the moment he just lingers and let's the other two speak.]

[fluffydeathdealer]

What? Are you telling me we're not friends after all?

[Bakura stares at her as if it is entirely normal to refer to your friends as 'mine'.]

[whiterosefoes]

H-Huh?

[Harriet blinks. Has Bakura even used the word "friend" with her before... but that aside.]

No, I'm not saying that ... But normally friends wouldn't say to one another that they are theirs. It gives a weird impression.

[does he really not know that? Well, he really doesn't have any friends 8|]

[obeytherod]

[Malik says that sometimes, and that has him thinking on it long enough to speak up.]

I don't think it's that weird.

[fluffydeathdealer]

Like I ever cared what people would 'normally' do.

[...he has three friends if you count Malik.]

But I don't see why it's so bothersome. It's not like I'm calling you luggage.

[More like a pet.]

I'm just laying my claim on you.

[whiterosefoes]

You don't see it? Are you saying you wouldn't mind it if I started saying I had a claim on you?

[because Bakura always acts so high-and-mighty, she can't believe it's an equal thing. And so does Malik really - it's directed at both of them. She is definitely not a pet!!]

1/2

[fluffydeathdealer]

Like Malik doesn't get to do that all the time...

[fluffydeathdealer]

You don't really have the right attitude for it, but feel free, if you want to. But if you're going to say things like that, you might want to act the part... hehe.

Malik owns me because he'll shank me if I say otherwise. Also because I love him and bullshit like that. What's your claim on me?

[whiterosefoes]

["feel free"? what's with this guy?!]

It's this concept of "ownership" that I take issue with. I belong to me, you know! But after that explanation, I'm dying to hear why you think I belong to you. You're not gonna say you love me too, right?

But as for my claim....... because you just gave me permission. I don't need a better reason after that - you should take offers when they're free. [she smirks, satisfied with herself.]

[fluffydeathdealer]

O-OI-! Like hell! Whatever sick fantasies you have in your head, they're not true at all!

[Oh fine, take advantage of him why don't you?! Women! But now she's got him inwardly flailing.]

What part of tomb thief don't you get?! When I find something I like, I claim it for myself, and I don't care who already owns it!

[obeytherod]

[Malik had mostly fallen back to people-watching, but the fact Bakura went ahead and said he loved him did make him smile. He's back to looking stoic before long though as he idly hovers by and watches them argue. It was all pretty interesting, and it took his mind off things...]

[whiterosefoes]

Umm. I'm pretty sure when it's a person, that's kidnapping instead of thieving. I'm not a piece of gold, unlike some people...

Besides, you're the only one who has sick fantasies here!

[well. as far as she knows. sometimes the fragment creeps her out when he starts staring at them so quietly.... he's much less talkative and assertive than Malik!]

[fluffydeathdealer]

It's the same thing. If I want something, I'll take it... unless it's given to me.

[It's almost a riddle. But Harriet... you're talking like you think he considers humans to be people. You're all just player pieces~... some are just more nice and treasure-y than others.]

Kh... What do you know about my fantasies, anyway?

[whiterosefoes]

You know, I'm not even certain I know what you're talking about anymore. [Harriet blinks. Is he legit planning to kidnap her or... anyway, she doesn't care what he thinks humans are. Because he's obviously wrong! She's just taking it upon herself to give him reality checks. As for the fantasies... Harriet suddenly wonders if that's ACTUALLY a path she wants to go down in this conversation.]

...Enough that I don't think I actually want to discuss them at length.

[But didn't he bring up knifeplay in one of their movie nights. And maybe tentacles? And not to mention that he makes a lot of provocative statements toward her in general. He seemed to appreciate her being tied up like this too, unless that was her imagination.]

[fluffydeathdealer]

...

Well, I guess it's okay that you don't get it.

[Kidnapped? He already has you locked in his bedroom, Harriet... But no, he's just going to tsun at you and help you if you're at risk of death because he is a possessive bastard and maybe if you're very lucky he might do something nice for you if you get too messed up.]

Are you sure you even know anything about my fantasies, if you don't even dare talk about them? Are you just imagining naughty things over there? Clearly being tied up must do wonders for your mind...

[Tease tease~]

[whiterosefoes]

Ugh, that! That right there is exactly what I mean! You always say stuff like that, so of course I can guess what you're thinking- god damn it, I knew you were enjoying the stupid tape...

[and that just prompts more squirming.]

[fluffydeathdealer]

I'm a man, aren't I? It's only natural to enjoy the view. But don't worry... I'm not harboring any creepy fantasies about you.

[Much.]

Honestly, you act like I'm some kind of monster.

[Snicker.]

[whiterosefoes]

Except for ones about owning me, apparently.

I don't know what you are. You're just Bakura.

[fluffydeathdealer]

That's not a fantasy.

[Griiiin.]

But I guess that's good enough.

[whiterosefoes]

[flat look. It just doesn't matter what she says, does it.]

Well, at least you agree it's creepy.

[fluffydeathdealer]

Where did I say that? Don't put words in my mouth!