[semi-open] Early Feb catch all

[cryptsleeper]

Who: Alucard and [open]
When: Early February
Where: Cadens, Libertas, the Horizon
What: Some closed threads, a newly opened park in Libertas, the Horizon, and odds and ends
Warnings: None

Comments

[techmaturgy]

Cautious in my dealings with Jaskier, maybe.

[Inherently risk-taking in practically every other avenue. But this is all said as a joke, anyway—in fact, now that he isn’t worried about dying, Viktor has picked up his audio recording project to make Jaskier even more ubiquitous, so he’s not one to talk.

With that settled, Viktor resolves to enjoy the tour, which he does. He’s attentive, directing his attention where Alucard tells him to, nodding appreciatively as each aspect of the memorial unfolds as they walk through it. The layout is pleasant, the plants enhancing every aspect of the walk, and he finds himself imagining what it will look like, when everything is in full bloom.

The centerpiece, of course, is what’s most impressive, and upon taking in all the details—the contributions from the residents and the way that the light catches the mosaic, Viktor finds himself moved.

The idea, of course. Clearly it’s all been very successful.]

This is beautiful, Alucard. You should be proud.

[cryptsleeper]

He grows on you. Can't be helped.

[Alucard's words are warm and confident with a basic statement of fact. That's how the bard is, end of story.

Viktor's compliment is genuine. No doubt about it, although the form of address is a reminder of perhaps...well. Alucard sighs, soft and fond.]

I think you have the right to call me Adrian now. [Or Al, but that's mostly Gideon.] Thank you. We'll be working to maintain it, but a lot of what has been put in place should look after itself.

[techmaturgy]

I know what you mean.

[It's nice, to hear Alucard speak so fondly of someone, and Viktor of course understands it, in a way. Jayce himself can be somewhat overwhelming to a more taciturn personality, but he has a similar way of endearing himself to people.

The significance of this is not lost on him, and Viktor offers a smile.]

I'll call you whatever you prefer. [But he does understand that permission to use Alucard's first name is something of importance.] Is there anything I can do to assist?

[cryptsleeper]

Well, only Gideon calls me Al. [Except Hilda seems to be doing it too. Alucard's decided not to overthink that little element.]

Not for this project, no. Keep visiting, I suppose. I've a theater in mind next though, and I imagine I'll need some thoughts about mechanical elements and other things that may be more your wheelhouse than mine.

[techmaturgy]

Duly noted.

[He’s graduated to Adrian, but probably not Al—-not that Viktor would ever use a mode of address so informal, anyway. The more interesting subject of discussion, is of, course, the next project. It’s not hard to imagine that Viktor is probably chomping at the bit to get back to work.]

I’d be happy to help you. Anything you need, always.