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WHO: Eichi & YOU
WHERE: The Shopping Centre, The Atrium, and Fluff E. Bunny Restaurant
WHEN: Today! (Before the event)
WHAT: Eichi is exploring the ship and doing a little work too
WARNINGS: I'll add if any come up!

A. Mall Trip

[This is before he's had the chance to visit a mall back home, so when Eichi first arrives in the shopping centre, he can be found looking around like an amazed child. His eyes are sparkling, he's got a hand at his head to try and see further, and he's not even sure where to start!

So this is what they call a shopping mall, is that it? What a large place, and it looks like it's made to look even more spacious, despite being contained in this little ship.]

[Voices everywhere, lively in every direction. How exciting! Ah, but where should he start? There's so much to look at, he doesn't even know where to begin. Food, tea, toys, specialty stores... He has to get to work in here somewhere, eventually, but he has some time to look around. But he'll have to be careful not to get lost. He guesses the best way would be to find his work place, and then walk around from there.

So, he approaches the first person he sees for assistance.]

B. Tea Time

[When he's not wandering around like a child in a candy store, Eichi can be found sitting in the atrium with his own little picnic. He's set up on the grass near some flowers, a teapot in the center and his own teacup in his hands. But it seems he has extras set up. It almost looks like he's expecting company.

Until he looks over to whoever might be passing by, at least.]

[He talks so much that he barely allows for an answer in between this barrage of questions and comments.]

C. Everyone Loves Bunnies

[Honestly, the costume he has to wear to be "Peter Cottontail" in this restaurant is on the line between cute and creepy. The x for a mouth is probably what does it. Eichi being inside definitely doesn't help.

His job, for today at least, is to stand outside of the restaurant and advertise. So, here he is in full costume, waving his arms this way and that. It's all very unassuming until he takes the chance to lean over a strange's shoulder from behind in this full bunny suit, peering at whatever they're doing. Checking their wrist communicator? Looking around the mall? Well, now there's a bunny in their space.]

[Aren't mascots supposed to be silent... It comes out all muffled.]

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[Is that someone...singing? That's what catches his ear more than anything, and he blinks, turning around a little, dark eyes scanning the crowd around him. In the mall, he's used to hearing canned music, elevator music, bouncy pop songs fluted into the stores to encourage buying. Singing, he's not used to hearing, and it makes him curious.

The source ends up finding him instead of the other way around, though, in the form of a wide-eyed blond boy around his age who asks him if he knows where the Fluff E. Bunny Restaurant is.

For a moment, he stands still, and then abruptly he's laughing softly.]

Man, the people who run this ship think up the weirdest names.

[Marco shrugs narrow shoulders, lips pursed, then glances around.]

Never heard of it, but I bet we can find it. C'mon.

[He gestures toward one of the computer terminals which he can only assume has a map in it.]

You're new?

[Once this stranger agrees to help him find his workplace, Eichi brightens even more. Smiling wide, he places a hand at his own chest.]

I wasn't sure that anyone would come to my aid. You truly are a savior. [Just for some directions... He's a little dramatic, but his hand drops away and he glances curiously over to the terminal. They have a service like this here, too...? Amazing!]

Is it that obvious? Fufu, I should work at masking my confusion more cautiously, in a strange place like this, or someone might take advantage. Yes, I'm new. My name is Eichi Tenshouin. It's a pleasure to meet you.

[ That laugh sure is familiar, though when Ukoku turns around he doesn't give any indication that he recognizes it. He's wearing his crew uniform, this time, and carrying the duffel bag from orientation over his shoulder. It is very possibly full of weird tacky space souvenirs.

He actually gasps. ]

Look at you!

[ He's patting the top of the costume's head, this is fine… ]

Fufu, do I have a fan here, already?

[His arms wave at his sides a little, lifting as much as they can and making for just a cute motion.] Yes, look at me! Aren't I adorable? But you're the first one who hasn't ran away... I wonder if I should start being more forceful with my invitations?

[ Yes, please chase the unsuspecting and undeserving in a bunny costume. ]

That's a good idea! Maybe you could trick people into coming in. It's too bad those doors open from both sides, right? [ what is he saying… ]

Are you suggesting that I trap unwilling victims inside of the restaurant? That's not befitting of a cute mascot at all... ♪

[Yet, he sounds so amused. Stop...] How are you doing today, Dr. Ni? It's almost my break time, so if you'd like to be my first unsuspecting victim, we could have tea.

[ miyuki had just finished her shift, so she's almost on her way back to her room. the atrium is a nice place to relax, and it actually reminds her of home in a way, so she makes sure to visit every day. when the stranger extends an invitation to her, miyuki can't help but smile brightly and nod. ]

Oh, my. How kind of you. [ she takes a seat, making sure her dress' skirt doesn't get so dirtied when she does. ] I'd like some green tea, if you please.

Green tea is a fine choice. [There's a little bit of emphasis on "fine," but nevermind that. He's leaning to pick up the teapot now and pour her a cup.] Would you believe that's what I was having just now? Fufu, what perfect timing for your taste.

Here, help yourself. Unfortunately, I don't have any snacks, though.

[ as she sits, she places her tote bag next to her and opens it. in it is a smaller bag with some cookies. ]

Actually, I work at a cafe and they let me take home some cookies. [ she takes them out of the bag now and places it in between them. ] Please, do have some.

What a coincidence! It's as if you were prepared for this very tea party of two. Fufu, I will have one, thank you.

[He reaches to take one now, eager to try some cute cafe cookies. How exciting, they've got a proper set up now! Mostly.] Oh, I should introduce myself. My name is Eichi Tenshouin. [He places a free hand over his chest, smiling at her.] It's a pleasure to meet you.

[ What kind of tea do they serve at Fluff E. Bunny? It sounds instant. Not that it really matters; Ukoku's already heading for the door. ]

It is you! I thought you sounded familiar. You don't mind spending your break entertaining some old guy?

[ they're shaped like animals too! yummy! ]

It's very nice to meet you, [ miyuki bows her head slightly. ] I'm Miyuki Shiba.

Do you spend a lot of time here in the atrium?

Part of who I am is to entertain others, after all. Besides, I don't mind at all, when it's your company.

[He would probably find instant tea to be fascinating commoner food, but this restaurant has the real deal. He pulls the head off his costume, causing a few more people to stop and stare. Is he allowed to just do that??]

Shall we?

I only arrived here recently myself, but I hope to spend time here so long as the weather remains nice. I wouldn't do very well if they were to emulate winter, for example.

[He chuckles, biting the head right off of a cute cookie animal. Is it delicious??]

Oh, how troublesome... Is there a particular reason why? Do you not like the cold?

[ it's milky and delicious, yes! as for miyuki, she takes the cup of tea with both hands and takes a short sip, not wanting to be rude to the man who offered it to her in the first place. ]

[ Whether or not he's allowed to do it, that bunny head is no longer safe. Ukoku's already glancing at it with interest. Someone stop him. Anyway, he'll let Eichi lead him to a table. ]

So how are you adjusting? This must be very different from what you're used to.

[ He gestures to the restaurant at large. One day you're running some kind of junior talent show mafia at a talent show hell high school (maybe?? this was his impression), and the next day you're scaring people away from Fluff E. Bunny. That's rough. ]

Ah, what a delicious cookie this is. Thank you for adding it to our tea party here. I should stop by your cafe some time, since I'd love to have more like this.

[He smiles politely still, finishing off his cookie before he brings a hand to his chest. Right, the cold weather.]

I'm afraid not. You see, I've been sickly since birth, so cold weather can cause many complications for my health. At times I might venture out despite that with extra layers, but I don't want to risk being isolated in the medbay.

[Ukoku no, he needs this bunny head. They head to a table, and Eichi sets the bunny head down in a chair next to them. It's like a table for three, how marvelous.]

It's wildly different, but I'm a little curious about it, so I'm moving forward with all of my strength. I've done a little manual labor here and there, but nothing quite like this. [Is this manual labor???] A large suit like this keeps me warm, so I don't mind it at all. Fufu, but if my heart were to stop inside of it, I wonder how long it would take someone to notice?

[He says that so cheerily as he slips his arms out of the suit enough to be able to move his hands freely.] What sort of tea do you prefer, Dr. Ni?

[ at the explanation, the only thing miyuki can do and say is a quick "sorry". she looks so pained now, just imagining what his life must have been like. ]

Then I do hope that winter is never emulated on this ship. That would be so unfortunate.

Do you have any medicines you have to take?

Prescription medications and IVs are what I've known my whole life. It seems they have everything I need here, so don't worry. I'll be fine as long as I don't push myself.

[Probably, maybe. Usually. He's so casual about being on his deathbed constantly.] I don't want anyone to have to worry about me. I'd rather live my life to the fullest by enjoying things like this tea right now.

Oh, please forgive me. I can't help but worry now that you've told me something like this.

[ she downs the rest of her tea, drinking it straight out of stress. ]

But I do hope you enjoy life! If there's anything I can do to help you, please let me know!

Don't let your concern for me ruin your enjoyment of the tea. Please, have another cup.

[A sweet girl, she's nice. He really doesn't intend to go to the medbay very much at all, so he'll be careful...! But the truth of the matter is, he'll probably be there so regularly everyone will know his name.]

Enjoying tea by the flowers is my favorite thing, so your company right now is plenty soothing.

Then, I'll be glad to accompany you whenever you wish to have tea and cookies here at the atrium.

[ she gives him a determined nod. they're friends now!!!! ]

Really? [Eichi sounds pleased about that, in that mellow voice of his.]

Fufu, how kind of you. That lightens my mood completely. I feel as if a weight has been lifted from my very soul... You see, drinking tea has always been something I do to relax and enjoy myself, so to have that comfort here is wonderful. Let's meet as often as we can here and we can speak about our days. How does that sound?

Of course.

[ miyuki's smile is so bright, truly delighted to be acquainted with eichi now. ]

I can even cook some snacks. Do you have any preference? Hopefully they're native to my world.

For me? Would you really? That's so sweet of you, Miyuki. [He likes to jump immediately to first name basis...] I'd be thrilled to try any of your snacks. To be honest, my tastes are a little high class due to my upbringing, but nothing beats a homemade treat. I'd love anything that you were to prepare, I'm sure.

[ The kind that someone else makes for him, and/or the trashiest most low-effort kind, probably. ]

You know, I don't really know! I usually drink coffee. I'll defer to you, okay? You're the tea expert. What's your favorite?

[ He's just going to casually lean around the table and pick the bunny head up by its ears to see how heavy it is, which is an important consideration, obviously. ]

[ she doesn't mind being called by her first name at all. everybody does, anyway. ]

Oh, my. It looks like I have certain standards to meet. [ she covers her mouth as she laughs. ] But please do not worry.

[ she's pretty high class too, despite how normal she looks. ]

It's difficult to pick a favorite when they're all so different! Fufu, if you're used to drinking coffee, it wouldn't be wise to go without caffeine... Perhaps the right oolong would be a nice first choice for you, Dr. Ni. I don't know the quality of the oolong here, but it tastes better the more you brew it. Isn't that fun?

[Try it, try the oolong. Eichi is going to get some black tea for himself.

As for that bunny head, it's heavier than it looks, but not too heavy that sickly Eichi is suffering. It might still be surprising that a frail boy like him can walk around with it on his head... He's a little strong, even while sickly. It's a Serious bunny head.]

[ Fun, sure…but it's true that acquired tastes are automatically more interesting. He's going with it (and pretending henceforth that he's never had oolong tea before and everything's very new and surprising). ]

I hope this kind of thing is exciting enough for you. I'm not sure I really understand what you were doing before, but it sounds like it was perfect for an ambitious hard worker.

[ being a high school idol......... ]

Then you're confident in your snack making? How great. In that case, I hope you'll wow me with flavor.

[He's teasing just a little, it's fun!!] I'll be happy no matter what, since they'll be snacks made especially for our little meetings.

That's right, you don't know, do you? I'm used to everyone recognizing me by my family's name, if not my reputation as an idol. I'm a senior at Yumenosaki Academy, a private university for training idols, and I'll be graduating soon. I'm part of the top Unit at the school, "Fine." As student council president, some call me "Emperor," but... really, I'm a wanderer who's been driven from the throne.

[He just keeps going like this... And then pauses, smiling as he rests his chin on his folded hands.]

You're right, though. I haven't let my dreams die once, even at the cost of the dreams of others. [He has crushed everyone. Idol school is fierce.]

[Marco actually rolls his eyes at that - he can't help it, it's just so over thee top. He also can't help feeling a little spike of suspicion about it too, because anyone who's that effusive can't be on the level. Of course, Marco feels little spikes of suspicion about almost everything, so it's easy to put to the back of his mind for now.]

Totally. I mean, you ask anyone who knows me, and 'savior' is the first thing they think. I figure when I die someday, at the ripe old age of 100 or so, they'll probably put that on my tombstone. Marco, savior of bunny theme restaurant enthusiasts.

[Grinning, he heads over to the terminal and looks it over for a bit before glancing over at the boy and laughing.]

I'm Marco. Just Marco is fine. And no, it's not that obvious. I'm just observant. Any reason you're looking for this place?

[By the time he's halfway through the sentence, Marco's eyes are back on the terminal while his fingers move over it, trying a bunch of different spellings for the restaurant name.]

I always tried to make delicious snacks for my brother so he can like me better.

[ she giggles at that, her cheeks even flushing a bit as she's reminded of her brother. this is embarrassing... i'm sorry she's a brocon. ]

[ He listens with rapt attention the whole time, chin propped in his hand—he's not quite mirroring Eichi, and it's not intended to be mocking, but there's a tiny bit of self-aware humor in it. ]

Wow! You have pretty impressive drive, for somebody your age. That's great. [ It's not like it reminds him of himself as a teenager, or anything.............. ] Whatever your dreams are here, I hope you're just as relentless. [ Crush more people though. ] And if there's anything I can help you with, please don't hesitate.

[That gets an honest chuckle out of Eichi because he, for one, appreciates death jokes.]

I was assigned to be their mascot, it seems. How do you suppose the uniform looks? At the very least, I hope their tea is nothing horrible. [Imagine... Working at a place that served bad tea. horrible.]

I appreciate your help, Marco. I've never been to a place quite like this before, you know.

[Good thing he's already used to the bro side of this with their siscons... He knows some...]

Fufu, do you really think you have to make snacks in order for your brother to like you? I'm sure he likes you as much as possible already. You seem a perfectly nice girl.

I don't have time to waste when death is nipping at my ankles.

[Ah, so blunt. But he says it proudly, with a little bit of formal regret twisted in.] It's really nothing so impressive. This useless body of mine has caused more trouble than it's worth. But despite that, there are dreams that I'd like to close my hands around and hold with an unfaltering grip, even if I have to step on the shoulders and heads of others to reach them.

[He finally drops his hands away from his chin.] Thank you, though. I'll be sure to approach you if I have something I need.

[ she looks rather confused. ]

I may seem that to you, but there are certain standards I must uphold to become the perfect sister.

[ it's not just about being nice! she has to have sex appeal too!!! why this... ]

A mascot?

[Marco appreciates basically any joke, as long as it's a good one, honestly. Even jokes at his own expense. So when he gets a smile out of Eichi, he smiles back, shrugs his shoulders.]

No idea. Probably bunny themed though, sorry about that, man. And if you're a mascot? I'm guessing bunny suit, top to bottom, with the weird furry head and everything. Man, I'm sorry.

[He maybe doesn't look all that sorry with a little crooked smirk on his face, and one brow raised, but he just keeps talking while he looks through the directory.]

I mean, they wouldn't sell tea if it was bad, right? Anyway. Found it. This way.

[Ducking his head to the side, he starts off down a corridor, pausing to let Eichi come with him.]

What do you mean? A mall, or in space?

Ahh, a bunny. Well, a bunny can be a little cute, can't it?

[Maybe it will be a Cute costume. A place can absolutely sell tea if it's bad, but he won't mention that, smiling and following along instead.]

How quick! Oh, but I meant both. I've never been to space or a mall. Fufu, my body wouldn't allow the former at all, I think, so I'm amazed I'm still alive~.

Depends what kind of cute you mean. Disney-cute or cute-guy cute, you know? The first one maybe, though sometimes mascots can be a bit creepy? But they made me a magician for kids parties and that's kinda embarrassing too, so I can't judge.

[Marco shrugs narrow shoulders, heading off along the promenade in the direction the map showed.]

I'm good with computers, what can I say? And I've been in space on a space ship for like 7 months now, so I'm pretty used to it.

[A beat, and he can't restrain his curiosity anymore.]

Your body wouldn't allw you to be in a mall? Still alive? What?

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