Kylo "Worst Disney Princess" Ren (![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png)
lostapprentice) wrote2035-01-06 02:37 am
lostapprentice) wrote2035-01-06 02:37 am
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[The dream Han isn't bothered by Hux's claims.]
Yeah, he's made some bad choices. A lot of 'em. But that doesn't mean he can't make the right ones from here on out.
[As much as Kylo is dubious, it's something his family would say. He looks away.]
Besides that, we all know Snoke was pullin' all the strings. Now that that creep's gone, Ben's got a better chance of that.
[Kylo's had enough of the pointless optimism, even as it tugs at his guilt over... everything.] I wouldn't count on it.
[He's already given up on the idea of ever being better. He'd just be disappointing everyone to try, including himself.]
Yeah, he's made some bad choices. A lot of 'em. But that doesn't mean he can't make the right ones from here on out.
[As much as Kylo is dubious, it's something his family would say. He looks away.]
Besides that, we all know Snoke was pullin' all the strings. Now that that creep's gone, Ben's got a better chance of that.
[Kylo's had enough of the pointless optimism, even as it tugs at his guilt over... everything.] I wouldn't count on it.
[He's already given up on the idea of ever being better. He'd just be disappointing everyone to try, including himself.]
Maybe act as if I wasn't a huge burden to deal with!
[Not that Hux is much better about that, but we're talking about Kylo here!! It's totally all on him.]
[Not that Hux is much better about that, but we're talking about Kylo here!! It's totally all on him.]
[Hux's a little surprised when Kylo eventually speaks up, turning slightly to look at this partner for a second. But a smug sort of expression appears on the general's face as he turns back to look at Han.]
You have it straight from your son. He's not coming back, there's no point in this. [You've lost, Han Solo!!]
You have it straight from your son. He's not coming back, there's no point in this. [You've lost, Han Solo!!]
I haven't met her larger form more than once. She was resting on a hill at the time, after the island no longer needed her to remain afloat. Perhaps she's tired of staying in one place for so long.
[Kylo can relate. He supposes there was some benefit to that whole love-fueled Elios rampage. ... it's not that great compared to how much he hated being forced to feel a certain way, though.]
Call to her through the crystals and I'm sure she'll answer.
[Kylo can relate. He supposes there was some benefit to that whole love-fueled Elios rampage. ... it's not that great compared to how much he hated being forced to feel a certain way, though.]
Call to her through the crystals and I'm sure she'll answer.
[While Kylo certainly can have a certain level of patience, it's wearing thin at the accusations he sees as unfounded. He clenches his jaw, taking in a breath through his nose before replying.]
Explain to me how I've implied that.
Explain to me how I've implied that.
[The old man puts his hands on his hips, leveling a look at both Hux and his son.]
I know that's what you think. But my son is more than that.
[Kylo can't look at him, so he simply turns back the way they came, unwilling to face the phantom of his grief after having suffered through it so much already.]
I have nothing else to say. [He's already said enough in all his dreams, words that will never reach their recipient. Expectantly, he calls for the general to follow him.] Armitage.
I know that's what you think. But my son is more than that.
[Kylo can't look at him, so he simply turns back the way they came, unwilling to face the phantom of his grief after having suffered through it so much already.]
I have nothing else to say. [He's already said enough in all his dreams, words that will never reach their recipient. Expectantly, he calls for the general to follow him.] Armitage.
You just said that I'm difficult to please. And you also implied putting no effort to our blasted anniversary...!
[The food that Hux brought begins to smell, like it's rotting despite how fresh it should be.]
[The food that Hux brought begins to smell, like it's rotting despite how fresh it should be.]
[While Hux has the opportunity to gloat in the face of a ghost, he actually manages to show some restraint and merely turns away when Kylo calls out to him. Of course, he can't stop the self-satisfied smirk from crossing his face as he does so, but no words leave the general as he begins following the knight.
For once, he'll follow his orders without question.]
For once, he'll follow his orders without question.]
Call to her, sure, but...
[ He's a little stunned by the other aspect. ]
She was... carrying the island at one point?
[ He's a little stunned by the other aspect. ]
She was... carrying the island at one point?
[He's forgotten the food on the counter by now, anyway. If Hux is going to be that way, though:]
I didn't even think you would remember it, much less put any value to it. Maybe if you would tell me what you want, I could actually manage to do that rather than wasting my time on something you have no interest in.
I didn't even think you would remember it, much less put any value to it. Maybe if you would tell me what you want, I could actually manage to do that rather than wasting my time on something you have no interest in.
Partly. Her original form is like a giant snake, large enough to curl around it from underneath.
[He'll send an image of her for reference.]
[He'll send an image of her for reference.]
[Surprisingly, Hux becomes quiet after that. He just looks at Kylo for a few moments, any remaining anger gone from his expression. So, that's how it is.]
Why would you assume that I wouldn't remember?
[The food continues to rot, giving a stronger stench with each passing minute.]
Why would you assume that I wouldn't remember?
[The food continues to rot, giving a stronger stench with each passing minute.]
[ He's confused, surprised, and genuinely stunned to see that image. ]
I... guess that would make it harder to meet us one-on-one like she did with me...
Uhm, thanks I guess.
I... guess that would make it harder to meet us one-on-one like she did with me...
Uhm, thanks I guess.
[Kylo has no intentions of being anything but honest at this point, however upsetting the truth may be.]
Your disdain for me and everything I care about is obvious enough. Why would it mean anything to you?
Your disdain for me and everything I care about is obvious enough. Why would it mean anything to you?
...You honestly think that you matter so little to me?
[How could Kylo think something like that? Although, a small part of Hux wants to point out that he hasn't given much reason for him to think otherwise.
He decidedly refuses to give voice to that thought.]
Then why are you still here?
[How could Kylo think something like that? Although, a small part of Hux wants to point out that he hasn't given much reason for him to think otherwise.
He decidedly refuses to give voice to that thought.]
Then why are you still here?
I doubt you'll find her there much anymore, now that the island is rooted. But you'll likely have to leave the city to meet her directly.
[Instead of saying you're welcome like a normal person, a noncommittal noise comes through instead. That's... about as much as Arden is gonna get as far as a parting remark.]
[Instead of saying you're welcome like a normal person, a noncommittal noise comes through instead. That's... about as much as Arden is gonna get as far as a parting remark.]
[That goes without saying, so he doesn't bother to reply. He's always seen their relationship as a side note to Hux—significant enough to notice due to their proximity, occasionally enjoyable enough to engage in, but not exactly a priority. He's never expected much more than that.]
Because I still care about you despite all of that. I gave you my word.
[He said he wouldn't leave. He's not going to.]
Because I still care about you despite all of that. I gave you my word.
[He said he wouldn't leave. He's not going to.]
[So, it's out of some sort of obligation, partly. Hux hates it and he's not sure why. This basically confirms that Kylo will stick by him no matter what, but it doesn't make him happy.
It's strange, Hux thought just owning Kylo in some manner would be enough, but it's not.]
It was foolish for me to believe that your feelings for me would continue. If you're only here out of some stupid duty or vow, then leave. I care nothing for that.
[Look how straight and neutral he's being. He's not shaking, especially not his hands. The hitch in his voice is completely imagined as well.]
It's strange, Hux thought just owning Kylo in some manner would be enough, but it's not.]
It was foolish for me to believe that your feelings for me would continue. If you're only here out of some stupid duty or vow, then leave. I care nothing for that.
[Look how straight and neutral he's being. He's not shaking, especially not his hands. The hitch in his voice is completely imagined as well.]
Did you not hear what I said?
[He is trying to be patient, by the Force he is. But Hux's constant questioning and doubting is making it difficult, and the smell of smoke fills the air despite his efforts.]
I just told you my feelings have stayed the same. Why are you so determined to believe otherwise?
[He is trying to be patient, by the Force he is. But Hux's constant questioning and doubting is making it difficult, and the smell of smoke fills the air despite his efforts.]
I just told you my feelings have stayed the same. Why are you so determined to believe otherwise?
[So Kylo is honestly saying that his feelings haven't changed at all? It's not out of some duty? Perhaps Hux misinterpreted what he was saying and he's just been blinded by his insecurities to see that. With a hard swallow, he looks away from the other man, and he doesn't look much better than before.
It's obvious that Kylo is getting upset too, judging by the smoke penetrating through the room. Normally he wouldn't care too much, but.]
I. ...It's nothing. [He's quiet now and much of his anger is slowly disappearing. Hux suddenly feels tired and he definitely doesn't want to talk about how inadequate he feels to his partner.] I'm sorry.
It's obvious that Kylo is getting upset too, judging by the smoke penetrating through the room. Normally he wouldn't care too much, but.]
I. ...It's nothing. [He's quiet now and much of his anger is slowly disappearing. Hux suddenly feels tired and he definitely doesn't want to talk about how inadequate he feels to his partner.] I'm sorry.
[It's a relief to have the topic end in such a way—it's tired Kylo out too, and he lets out a breath after the apology. The scent begins to dissipate, leaving a pleasant one rather than something suffocating.
Rather than expressing his acceptance in words, he steps forward to pull Armitage into an embrace, resting his head against the other man's. Hopefully they can move past this.]
Rather than expressing his acceptance in words, he steps forward to pull Armitage into an embrace, resting his head against the other man's. Hopefully they can move past this.]
[It's been some time now, since Leia's departure, and while Ignis isn't so certain he can call Kylo Ren a friend, he certainly considered his mother as such. It seemed improper to check in on him too soon, knowing how withdrawn he tended to be to begin with, but now, Ignis thinks it's been long enough— and there's no rule against dropping a line to a semi-friendly acquaintance, at any rate.]
Ignis Scientia here. Pardon the intrusion, but I realized it's been some time since we've spoken or seen one another. Can you spare a few moments of your time?
Ignis Scientia here. Pardon the intrusion, but I realized it's been some time since we've spoken or seen one another. Can you spare a few moments of your time?
Scientia.
[Hrm. They... did not have the greatest of interactions last time they met. The entire city was out of sorts at the time, certainly, but that doesn't make things any less uncomfortable.]
What is it?
[His tone doesn't sound impatient, at least; he'd just rather get to the point than waste time with small talk.]
[Hrm. They... did not have the greatest of interactions last time they met. The entire city was out of sorts at the time, certainly, but that doesn't make things any less uncomfortable.]
What is it?
[His tone doesn't sound impatient, at least; he'd just rather get to the point than waste time with small talk.]
Edited (i am an elipsis monster :() 2019-09-12 21:20 (UTC)
Pretty sure I know what brought this on, but hey I still totally want in on this.
[There's definitely a heavy undercurrent of despair here. If something like that works, Junko can definitely think of a few applications for it that suit her own purposes. Particularly ones she's avoided so far.
But that's only if it works.]
And in case my feelings are bleeding through this thing, I'm totally not gonna screw it up. It's way more despair inducing if this is a success than not.
[There's definitely a heavy undercurrent of despair here. If something like that works, Junko can definitely think of a few applications for it that suit her own purposes. Particularly ones she's avoided so far.
But that's only if it works.]
And in case my feelings are bleeding through this thing, I'm totally not gonna screw it up. It's way more despair inducing if this is a success than not.
[So that whole talk about plotting the other month, huh.]
What would you be bringing to it, exactly. Are you an engineer?
[It's said with a tone that implies he's not expecting the answer to be yes. Although he's not opposed to sharing, whatever her purposes may be, she has to contribute.]
What would you be bringing to it, exactly. Are you an engineer?
[It's said with a tone that implies he's not expecting the answer to be yes. Although he's not opposed to sharing, whatever her purposes may be, she has to contribute.]
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