36; opera stars; who let a dragon in here; not going soft shut up

[sandinmyboots]

[Kefka and Kasumi seem to be at a play. A rather fancy play, with singing and fabulous costumes, and it is being held in one fancy opera house - it's got gold, silver, red velvet curtains, the works. Kefka's as incognito as he can get, in pale blue make up and frilly, bright blue clothing; Kasumi sits beside him in a pink kimono.]

[The play is interrupted when a dragon waltzes onstage and starts roaring. (Dragon, T-Rex, same difference.) The actors flee; so does part of the audience. Another part, though, is taking this as part of the show; this includes Kefka, who is still munching on his popcorn like nothing's gone wrong. Kasumi, meanwhile, is leaning away from the stage with wide eyes. She leans over and asks Kefka:]

Are we really not going to do anything about this?

[Kefka shrugs.] Nah, the dragons can do what they want. They don't listen to me. Besides, it's not like she's hurting anyone.

If you are sure. [She keeps on staring; the dragon is stomping around onstage now. Kefka adds:]

The elemental dragons are not under my command, anyway. They obey Kaiser Dragon, who is - I don't know where she is. Sleeping or something. Who knows.

Shouldn't we be on our way, then...? Or are they a danger to those who flee?

Nah, we're fine. We can just walk out. Earth Dragon just wants to perform on stage like a real opera star. Poison Dragon, who moved into my tower, told me all about it.

[Kasumi perks up.]

She is doing an interesting performance, isn't she?

She is, yeah! This is the best show I've seen in years! Hee hee hee...

[Kefka passes the popcorn.]

Comments

[grimdarkseer]

I'm sure if Strider ever does decide to show his face to the community, you will be subjected to more than you would ever wish to be.

And why is that?

[heavenlyhome]

I suppose I will look forward to learning more about it when he does, then.

They're very busy with their own lives, I understand. Things are not going as well as they might.

[grimdarkseer]

I wouldn't get too excited if I were you, but then I've actually experienced his definition of music.

Oh?

[heavenlyhome]

I suppose I will determine if I am fond of it once I hear it, as well.

Yes, life does tend to change over time. They are capable people, however. I am sure things will work out for them.

[grimdarkseer]

Yes, I'm sure you will.

That much I know only too well.

[heavenlyhome]

I am sure that you do. But our trials make us stronger for the effort it takes to overcome them.

[grimdarkseer]

Assuming we survive them. But I'm sure that's not in question for your companions.

[heavenlyhome]

No, not any longer, I don't think.