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@ashrimpinhell
Welcome^_^
If we haven't met, my name is Krill, if you knew me by something else, I'm confident you can adapt. For my own privacy, I will not be sharing many personal details here. The important things to know are I use she/her only, I am an adult, and if you have a tech problem, I want to fix it. Any asks, questions, or other comments can be directed here.
*Krill return to her burrow. As she skitters up from the tunnel and through the living room, the quiet breathing of the sleeping dinosaur in the conversation pit, the pleasant chiming of the frozen chandelier drifting in the sea breeze, all do their part to brush away her worries. One more tunnel down into her bedroom, under the water once more, another carved room. A whole curved wall looks like mesh, but is in fact more stone, carefully chiseled out to let the ocean circulate through. She curls up in the midst of a garden of seaweed she's been coaxing to grow. And despite her earlier fears, she finds deep, quiet, contentment.*
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
You don't think a hundreds of year old lich, with years of working with a literal demon lord, would know about something like P.I. Labs?
I used to work as a spy in the Foundation for MC&D, I had access to their files, they're in there. It's part of the reason we put a few guards with sonic weaponry at the auction houses. That was a treat for you.
-Jenkins
*Krill mentally kicks herself for not expecting something like this. If the lab's files are also in Foundation hands that means- she pushes down the chilled fear swirling in her abdomen and attempts to recover ground, folding both pairs of arms as she faces Jenkins fully*
So you admit you were directly involved in the auction? That you knew who was down here and you made specific plans to neutralize us? And then what? You just suddenly have a change of heart and move in with one of our most powerful warriors for totally innocent and selfless reasons? Do you truly expect me to believe that?!
... I was directly involved in the auction, yes. I was involved in trying to convince Marshall, Carter and Dark, the people not the company, that it was a bad investment. Herald tried as well, it's part of the reason he assigned himself to acquire Hell and the major reason he accepted my resignation when Mr. Dark didn't.
If I had made plans to neutralize everyone down here, no one would've been left to be evacuated. It wasn't my job to do that, that was Belphagor's job. I was purely an assistant to Herald.
Jenkins face goes dark at Krill's implication that he's using Multi in some way, his hand going to the locker on his neck to try and calm himself. It works... But just barely.
Multi isn't one of the most powerful warriors you have, he is THE most powerful. He has the biggest heart and willingness to care for others out of every single person in this hell hole, pun not intended. And you want to know the reason I love him? It's because I've seen all of that first hand: with Luba, with you, and with me.
So if you ever insinuate that I would hurt him again, I'll make sure to prove you wrong over, and over, and over! Because nothing in this place is worth more to me than my angel and his kid being happy and safe! So you understand that?!
-Jenkins
And yet you said we.
*She scoffs at the mention of the attempts to dissuade the company heads* And a fine job you did of that, you still played out your roles swimmingly, still deceived friendly, honest people for their very lives. When exactly did you put in your resignation? After you realized the harm you were causing? Or after your cut hit your bank account?
*She gets right up in his face after his rant, a low, pissed off rumble underscores her speech* You're going to tell me about his character!? With your incredible length of experience? How long have you known them again? A year? At least more than three months of course? Past the length of a crush obviously. It would be silly to claim to understand someone when you've only known them through a veil of puppy love.
... You're right. I haven't known Multi for a long time, but that doesn't mean I can't understand him. I can tell by how he puts others before himself, even when it means putting themselves in danger, that they have a heart bigger than anyone I've ever seen before. And knowing that, I'd happily spend as much time as I can to get to know him even better.
As for my "payment" from MC&D... I've never been paid by them. When I signed on, apprenticeship wasn't paid. Ever. My payment was learning how to become a lich.
-Jenkins
Good, then you know why you don't deserve him.
There's footsteps behind them and then someone between them - Multitude. With a bright smile and one arm around each of their shoulders, he cuts in like the most naive bunny in all of Hell.
Heyyy, ohmigosh!! I was planning on introducing you two, but I didn't think you'd beat me to the punch, heheh! How are you, whatcha talkin' about?
As soon as Jenkins feels Multi's arm around his shoulder, he relaxes just a bit more. He puts on a mask, smiling as he laughs a bit.
Just... Getting to know each other, love.
-Jenkins
You
*Krill answers at the same time Jenkins does. She looks back and forth between the two of them, momentarily confused*
I mean...not you.
*She draws back slightly, aggression beginning to evaporate as she sees the affection in the couple's gaze*
Multi tilts his head ever so slightly. He's not an idiot, he knows when something is up, but he's not about to bring it up. His intuition has been wrong before, maybe he's just imagining the tension.
Well, I'm happy you two are getting acquainted! You're both super important to me, y'know? I'd hate for there to be any remaining tension after everything.
Jenkins can see the confusion on Krill's face, letting out a slow sigh before he pulls away from Multi, holding the fallen angel's hand in both of his.
Actually... Krill and I aren't on good terms, love. There's bad blood there, and Krill is rightfully worried about you being happy.
-Jenkins
*Once again, not expecting Jenkins to break the façade, Krill just ends up looking put on the spot and making some random noises that don't turn into actual words*
Multi's ears droop when he hears that, his bright smile turning into a small frown.
Oh. Well, I guess that makes sense, everything is still fresh... even I wasn't forgiven instantly after what I did. So, um, I can't say I'm too surprised...
... but I am happy, Krill, promise! I wouldn't still be in this relationship if I wasn't.
And I want you to be happy, it's just- *The drooping ears are like a steel chair to Krill's resolve. Her antennae mirror them penitently* I'm sorry for interrogating your boyfriend...
... Krill, I want to apologize too. Our conversation wasn't the best, and I think I'm partly to blame for it.
Jenkins takes a small, glowing gem from the bag he brought to the beach and turns to Multi, putting the gem in his hand.
So, I'm going to show you what I mean when I say I will never hurt Multitude.
Love... This is my soul. It's yours. If you destroy it... Well, I don't think I need to tell you what'll happen.
-Jenkins
Wh-what? You just... had this? Sitting in your bag? And you're giving it to me??? Jenkins, you... I...
Multi has to pause to take a breath. Once he's not panicking over the sheer implication of Jenkins keeping the culmination of his being in a beach bag, he's calm - determined, even. He closes his hand around the gem with a sharp nod.
This will be the most well protected soul gem you've ever seen. Promise!
*Never has a conversation gone more off-script. Krill is just staring, feeling her entire brain rebooting from this unexpected deviation. That's one hell of a security measure*
Jenkins squeezes the hand Multi is holding his soul gem in, a gentle smile on his face as he moves in and kisses his boyfriend's cheek.
Multi giggles softly at the kiss before taking another, longer deep breath.
I, uh, I can't lie... I did not expect this conversation to take this turn. I thought this would be a "let's put our differences aside, power of friendship" thing and now I have so many questions but it's not like I'm complaining, heheh!
You, uh... you okay, Krill?
Aha yep! Not how I thought this conversation was going to go either! I'll just um, give y'all some space
I hope we can talk again, Krill. Under better circumstances.
Anyone who cares about Multi as much as you do is worth trying to be a friend to.
-Jenkins
The same to you, I think. Another time then. I'll see y'all around^_^
*That went...some kind of way but ended well. I think. I mean, having his soul is certainly one way to prevent betrayal. So what's with the sour taste in my stomach? He didn't plan that, did he?*
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
You don't think a hundreds of year old lich, with years of working with a literal demon lord, would know about something like P.I. Labs?
I used to work as a spy in the Foundation for MC&D, I had access to their files, they're in there. It's part of the reason we put a few guards with sonic weaponry at the auction houses. That was a treat for you.
-Jenkins
*Krill mentally kicks herself for not expecting something like this. If the lab's files are also in Foundation hands that means- she pushes down the chilled fear swirling in her abdomen and attempts to recover ground, folding both pairs of arms as she faces Jenkins fully*
So you admit you were directly involved in the auction? That you knew who was down here and you made specific plans to neutralize us? And then what? You just suddenly have a change of heart and move in with one of our most powerful warriors for totally innocent and selfless reasons? Do you truly expect me to believe that?!
... I was directly involved in the auction, yes. I was involved in trying to convince Marshall, Carter and Dark, the people not the company, that it was a bad investment. Herald tried as well, it's part of the reason he assigned himself to acquire Hell and the major reason he accepted my resignation when Mr. Dark didn't.
If I had made plans to neutralize everyone down here, no one would've been left to be evacuated. It wasn't my job to do that, that was Belphagor's job. I was purely an assistant to Herald.
Jenkins face goes dark at Krill's implication that he's using Multi in some way, his hand going to the locker on his neck to try and calm himself. It works... But just barely.
Multi isn't one of the most powerful warriors you have, he is THE most powerful. He has the biggest heart and willingness to care for others out of every single person in this hell hole, pun not intended. And you want to know the reason I love him? It's because I've seen all of that first hand: with Luba, with you, and with me.
So if you ever insinuate that I would hurt him again, I'll make sure to prove you wrong over, and over, and over! Because nothing in this place is worth more to me than my angel and his kid being happy and safe! So you understand that?!
-Jenkins
And yet you said we.
*She scoffs at the mention of the attempts to dissuade the company heads* And a fine job you did of that, you still played out your roles swimmingly, still deceived friendly, honest people for their very lives. When exactly did you put in your resignation? After you realized the harm you were causing? Or after your cut hit your bank account?
*She gets right up in his face after his rant, a low, pissed off rumble underscores her speech* You're going to tell me about his character!? With your incredible length of experience? How long have you known them again? A year? At least more than three months of course? Past the length of a crush obviously. It would be silly to claim to understand someone when you've only known them through a veil of puppy love.
... You're right. I haven't known Multi for a long time, but that doesn't mean I can't understand him. I can tell by how he puts others before himself, even when it means putting themselves in danger, that they have a heart bigger than anyone I've ever seen before. And knowing that, I'd happily spend as much time as I can to get to know him even better.
As for my "payment" from MC&D... I've never been paid by them. When I signed on, apprenticeship wasn't paid. Ever. My payment was learning how to become a lich.
-Jenkins
Good, then you know why you don't deserve him.
There's footsteps behind them and then someone between them - Multitude. With a bright smile and one arm around each of their shoulders, he cuts in like the most naive bunny in all of Hell.
Heyyy, ohmigosh!! I was planning on introducing you two, but I didn't think you'd beat me to the punch, heheh! How are you, whatcha talkin' about?
As soon as Jenkins feels Multi's arm around his shoulder, he relaxes just a bit more. He puts on a mask, smiling as he laughs a bit.
Just... Getting to know each other, love.
-Jenkins
You
*Krill answers at the same time Jenkins does. She looks back and forth between the two of them, momentarily confused*
I mean...not you.
*She draws back slightly, aggression beginning to evaporate as she sees the affection in the couple's gaze*
Multi tilts his head ever so slightly. He's not an idiot, he knows when something is up, but he's not about to bring it up. His intuition has been wrong before, maybe he's just imagining the tension.
Well, I'm happy you two are getting acquainted! You're both super important to me, y'know? I'd hate for there to be any remaining tension after everything.
Jenkins can see the confusion on Krill's face, letting out a slow sigh before he pulls away from Multi, holding the fallen angel's hand in both of his.
Actually... Krill and I aren't on good terms, love. There's bad blood there, and Krill is rightfully worried about you being happy.
-Jenkins
*Once again, not expecting Jenkins to break the façade, Krill just ends up looking put on the spot and making some random noises that don't turn into actual words*
Multi's ears droop when he hears that, his bright smile turning into a small frown.
Oh. Well, I guess that makes sense, everything is still fresh... even I wasn't forgiven instantly after what I did. So, um, I can't say I'm too surprised...
... but I am happy, Krill, promise! I wouldn't still be in this relationship if I wasn't.
And I want you to be happy, it's just- *The drooping ears are like a steel chair to Krill's resolve. Her antennae mirror them penitently* I'm sorry for interrogating your boyfriend...
... Krill, I want to apologize too. Our conversation wasn't the best, and I think I'm partly to blame for it.
Jenkins takes a small, glowing gem from the bag he brought to the beach and turns to Multi, putting the gem in his hand.
So, I'm going to show you what I mean when I say I will never hurt Multitude.
Love... This is my soul. It's yours. If you destroy it... Well, I don't think I need to tell you what'll happen.
-Jenkins
Wh-what? You just... had this? Sitting in your bag? And you're giving it to me??? Jenkins, you... I...
Multi has to pause to take a breath. Once he's not panicking over the sheer implication of Jenkins keeping the culmination of his being in a beach bag, he's calm - determined, even. He closes his hand around the gem with a sharp nod.
This will be the most well protected soul gem you've ever seen. Promise!
*Never has a conversation gone more off-script. Krill is just staring, feeling her entire brain rebooting from this unexpected deviation. That's one hell of a security measure*
Jenkins squeezes the hand Multi is holding his soul gem in, a gentle smile on his face as he moves in and kisses his boyfriend's cheek.
Multi giggles softly at the kiss before taking another, longer deep breath.
I, uh, I can't lie... I did not expect this conversation to take this turn. I thought this would be a "let's put our differences aside, power of friendship" thing and now I have so many questions but it's not like I'm complaining, heheh!
You, uh... you okay, Krill?
Aha yep! Not how I thought this conversation was going to go either! I'll just um, give y'all some space
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
You don't think a hundreds of year old lich, with years of working with a literal demon lord, would know about something like P.I. Labs?
I used to work as a spy in the Foundation for MC&D, I had access to their files, they're in there. It's part of the reason we put a few guards with sonic weaponry at the auction houses. That was a treat for you.
-Jenkins
*Krill mentally kicks herself for not expecting something like this. If the lab's files are also in Foundation hands that means- she pushes down the chilled fear swirling in her abdomen and attempts to recover ground, folding both pairs of arms as she faces Jenkins fully*
So you admit you were directly involved in the auction? That you knew who was down here and you made specific plans to neutralize us? And then what? You just suddenly have a change of heart and move in with one of our most powerful warriors for totally innocent and selfless reasons? Do you truly expect me to believe that?!
... I was directly involved in the auction, yes. I was involved in trying to convince Marshall, Carter and Dark, the people not the company, that it was a bad investment. Herald tried as well, it's part of the reason he assigned himself to acquire Hell and the major reason he accepted my resignation when Mr. Dark didn't.
If I had made plans to neutralize everyone down here, no one would've been left to be evacuated. It wasn't my job to do that, that was Belphagor's job. I was purely an assistant to Herald.
Jenkins face goes dark at Krill's implication that he's using Multi in some way, his hand going to the locker on his neck to try and calm himself. It works... But just barely.
Multi isn't one of the most powerful warriors you have, he is THE most powerful. He has the biggest heart and willingness to care for others out of every single person in this hell hole, pun not intended. And you want to know the reason I love him? It's because I've seen all of that first hand: with Luba, with you, and with me.
So if you ever insinuate that I would hurt him again, I'll make sure to prove you wrong over, and over, and over! Because nothing in this place is worth more to me than my angel and his kid being happy and safe! So you understand that?!
-Jenkins
And yet you said we.
*She scoffs at the mention of the attempts to dissuade the company heads* And a fine job you did of that, you still played out your roles swimmingly, still deceived friendly, honest people for their very lives. When exactly did you put in your resignation? After you realized the harm you were causing? Or after your cut hit your bank account?
*She gets right up in his face after his rant, a low, pissed off rumble underscores her speech* You're going to tell me about his character!? With your incredible length of experience? How long have you known them again? A year? At least more than three months of course? Past the length of a crush obviously. It would be silly to claim to understand someone when you've only known them through a veil of puppy love.
... You're right. I haven't known Multi for a long time, but that doesn't mean I can't understand him. I can tell by how he puts others before himself, even when it means putting themselves in danger, that they have a heart bigger than anyone I've ever seen before. And knowing that, I'd happily spend as much time as I can to get to know him even better.
As for my "payment" from MC&D... I've never been paid by them. When I signed on, apprenticeship wasn't paid. Ever. My payment was learning how to become a lich.
-Jenkins
Good, then you know why you don't deserve him.
There's footsteps behind them and then someone between them - Multitude. With a bright smile and one arm around each of their shoulders, he cuts in like the most naive bunny in all of Hell.
Heyyy, ohmigosh!! I was planning on introducing you two, but I didn't think you'd beat me to the punch, heheh! How are you, whatcha talkin' about?
As soon as Jenkins feels Multi's arm around his shoulder, he relaxes just a bit more. He puts on a mask, smiling as he laughs a bit.
Just... Getting to know each other, love.
-Jenkins
You
*Krill answers at the same time Jenkins does. She looks back and forth between the two of them, momentarily confused*
I mean...not you.
*She draws back slightly, aggression beginning to evaporate as she sees the affection in the couple's gaze*
Multi tilts his head ever so slightly. He's not an idiot, he knows when something is up, but he's not about to bring it up. His intuition has been wrong before, maybe he's just imagining the tension.
Well, I'm happy you two are getting acquainted! You're both super important to me, y'know? I'd hate for there to be any remaining tension after everything.
Jenkins can see the confusion on Krill's face, letting out a slow sigh before he pulls away from Multi, holding the fallen angel's hand in both of his.
Actually... Krill and I aren't on good terms, love. There's bad blood there, and Krill is rightfully worried about you being happy.
-Jenkins
*Once again, not expecting Jenkins to break the façade, Krill just ends up looking put on the spot and making some random noises that don't turn into actual words*
Multi's ears droop when he hears that, his bright smile turning into a small frown.
Oh. Well, I guess that makes sense, everything is still fresh... even I wasn't forgiven instantly after what I did. So, um, I can't say I'm too surprised...
... but I am happy, Krill, promise! I wouldn't still be in this relationship if I wasn't.
And I want you to be happy, it's just- *The drooping ears are like a steel chair to Krill's resolve. Her antennae mirror them penitently* I'm sorry for interrogating your boyfriend...
... Krill, I want to apologize too. Our conversation wasn't the best, and I think I'm partly to blame for it.
Jenkins takes a small, glowing gem from the bag he brought to the beach and turns to Multi, putting the gem in his hand.
So, I'm going to show you what I mean when I say I will never hurt Multitude.
Love... This is my soul. It's yours. If you destroy it... Well, I don't think I need to tell you what'll happen.
-Jenkins
Wh-what? You just... had this? Sitting in your bag? And you're giving it to me??? Jenkins, you... I...
Multi has to pause to take a breath. Once he's not panicking over the sheer implication of Jenkins keeping the culmination of his being in a beach bag, he's calm - determined, even. He closes his hand around the gem with a sharp nod.
This will be the most well protected soul gem you've ever seen. Promise!
*Never has a conversation gone more off-script. Krill is just staring, feeling her entire brain rebooting from this unexpected deviation. That's one hell of a security measure*
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
You don't think a hundreds of year old lich, with years of working with a literal demon lord, would know about something like P.I. Labs?
I used to work as a spy in the Foundation for MC&D, I had access to their files, they're in there. It's part of the reason we put a few guards with sonic weaponry at the auction houses. That was a treat for you.
-Jenkins
*Krill mentally kicks herself for not expecting something like this. If the lab's files are also in Foundation hands that means- she pushes down the chilled fear swirling in her abdomen and attempts to recover ground, folding both pairs of arms as she faces Jenkins fully*
So you admit you were directly involved in the auction? That you knew who was down here and you made specific plans to neutralize us? And then what? You just suddenly have a change of heart and move in with one of our most powerful warriors for totally innocent and selfless reasons? Do you truly expect me to believe that?!
... I was directly involved in the auction, yes. I was involved in trying to convince Marshall, Carter and Dark, the people not the company, that it was a bad investment. Herald tried as well, it's part of the reason he assigned himself to acquire Hell and the major reason he accepted my resignation when Mr. Dark didn't.
If I had made plans to neutralize everyone down here, no one would've been left to be evacuated. It wasn't my job to do that, that was Belphagor's job. I was purely an assistant to Herald.
Jenkins face goes dark at Krill's implication that he's using Multi in some way, his hand going to the locker on his neck to try and calm himself. It works... But just barely.
Multi isn't one of the most powerful warriors you have, he is THE most powerful. He has the biggest heart and willingness to care for others out of every single person in this hell hole, pun not intended. And you want to know the reason I love him? It's because I've seen all of that first hand: with Luba, with you, and with me.
So if you ever insinuate that I would hurt him again, I'll make sure to prove you wrong over, and over, and over! Because nothing in this place is worth more to me than my angel and his kid being happy and safe! So you understand that?!
-Jenkins
And yet you said we.
*She scoffs at the mention of the attempts to dissuade the company heads* And a fine job you did of that, you still played out your roles swimmingly, still deceived friendly, honest people for their very lives. When exactly did you put in your resignation? After you realized the harm you were causing? Or after your cut hit your bank account?
*She gets right up in his face after his rant, a low, pissed off rumble underscores her speech* You're going to tell me about his character!? With your incredible length of experience? How long have you known them again? A year? At least more than three months of course? Past the length of a crush obviously. It would be silly to claim to understand someone when you've only known them through a veil of puppy love.
... You're right. I haven't known Multi for a long time, but that doesn't mean I can't understand him. I can tell by how he puts others before himself, even when it means putting themselves in danger, that they have a heart bigger than anyone I've ever seen before. And knowing that, I'd happily spend as much time as I can to get to know him even better.
As for my "payment" from MC&D... I've never been paid by them. When I signed on, apprenticeship wasn't paid. Ever. My payment was learning how to become a lich.
-Jenkins
Good, then you know why you don't deserve him.
There's footsteps behind them and then someone between them - Multitude. With a bright smile and one arm around each of their shoulders, he cuts in like the most naive bunny in all of Hell.
Heyyy, ohmigosh!! I was planning on introducing you two, but I didn't think you'd beat me to the punch, heheh! How are you, whatcha talkin' about?
As soon as Jenkins feels Multi's arm around his shoulder, he relaxes just a bit more. He puts on a mask, smiling as he laughs a bit.
Just... Getting to know each other, love.
-Jenkins
You
*Krill answers at the same time Jenkins does. She looks back and forth between the two of them, momentarily confused*
I mean...not you.
*She draws back slightly, aggression beginning to evaporate as she sees the affection in the couple's gaze*
Multi tilts his head ever so slightly. He's not an idiot, he knows when something is up, but he's not about to bring it up. His intuition has been wrong before, maybe he's just imagining the tension.
Well, I'm happy you two are getting acquainted! You're both super important to me, y'know? I'd hate for there to be any remaining tension after everything.
Jenkins can see the confusion on Krill's face, letting out a slow sigh before he pulls away from Multi, holding the fallen angel's hand in both of his.
Actually... Krill and I aren't on good terms, love. There's bad blood there, and Krill is rightfully worried about you being happy.
-Jenkins
*Once again, not expecting Jenkins to break the façade, Krill just ends up looking put on the spot and making some random noises that don't turn into actual words*
Multi's ears droop when he hears that, his bright smile turning into a small frown.
Oh. Well, I guess that makes sense, everything is still fresh... even I wasn't forgiven instantly after what I did. So, um, I can't say I'm too surprised...
... but I am happy, Krill, promise! I wouldn't still be in this relationship if I wasn't.
And I want you to be happy, it's just- *The drooping ears are like a steel chair to Krill's resolve. Her antennae mirror them penitently* I'm sorry for interrogating your boyfriend...
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
You don't think a hundreds of year old lich, with years of working with a literal demon lord, would know about something like P.I. Labs?
I used to work as a spy in the Foundation for MC&D, I had access to their files, they're in there. It's part of the reason we put a few guards with sonic weaponry at the auction houses. That was a treat for you.
-Jenkins
*Krill mentally kicks herself for not expecting something like this. If the lab's files are also in Foundation hands that means- she pushes down the chilled fear swirling in her abdomen and attempts to recover ground, folding both pairs of arms as she faces Jenkins fully*
So you admit you were directly involved in the auction? That you knew who was down here and you made specific plans to neutralize us? And then what? You just suddenly have a change of heart and move in with one of our most powerful warriors for totally innocent and selfless reasons? Do you truly expect me to believe that?!
... I was directly involved in the auction, yes. I was involved in trying to convince Marshall, Carter and Dark, the people not the company, that it was a bad investment. Herald tried as well, it's part of the reason he assigned himself to acquire Hell and the major reason he accepted my resignation when Mr. Dark didn't.
If I had made plans to neutralize everyone down here, no one would've been left to be evacuated. It wasn't my job to do that, that was Belphagor's job. I was purely an assistant to Herald.
Jenkins face goes dark at Krill's implication that he's using Multi in some way, his hand going to the locker on his neck to try and calm himself. It works... But just barely.
Multi isn't one of the most powerful warriors you have, he is THE most powerful. He has the biggest heart and willingness to care for others out of every single person in this hell hole, pun not intended. And you want to know the reason I love him? It's because I've seen all of that first hand: with Luba, with you, and with me.
So if you ever insinuate that I would hurt him again, I'll make sure to prove you wrong over, and over, and over! Because nothing in this place is worth more to me than my angel and his kid being happy and safe! So you understand that?!
-Jenkins
And yet you said we.
*She scoffs at the mention of the attempts to dissuade the company heads* And a fine job you did of that, you still played out your roles swimmingly, still deceived friendly, honest people for their very lives. When exactly did you put in your resignation? After you realized the harm you were causing? Or after your cut hit your bank account?
*She gets right up in his face after his rant, a low, pissed off rumble underscores her speech* You're going to tell me about his character!? With your incredible length of experience? How long have you known them again? A year? At least more than three months of course? Past the length of a crush obviously. It would be silly to claim to understand someone when you've only known them through a veil of puppy love.
... You're right. I haven't known Multi for a long time, but that doesn't mean I can't understand him. I can tell by how he puts others before himself, even when it means putting themselves in danger, that they have a heart bigger than anyone I've ever seen before. And knowing that, I'd happily spend as much time as I can to get to know him even better.
As for my "payment" from MC&D... I've never been paid by them. When I signed on, apprenticeship wasn't paid. Ever. My payment was learning how to become a lich.
-Jenkins
Good, then you know why you don't deserve him.
There's footsteps behind them and then someone between them - Multitude. With a bright smile and one arm around each of their shoulders, he cuts in like the most naive bunny in all of Hell.
Heyyy, ohmigosh!! I was planning on introducing you two, but I didn't think you'd beat me to the punch, heheh! How are you, whatcha talkin' about?
As soon as Jenkins feels Multi's arm around his shoulder, he relaxes just a bit more. He puts on a mask, smiling as he laughs a bit.
Just... Getting to know each other, love.
-Jenkins
You
*Krill answers at the same time Jenkins does. She looks back and forth between the two of them, momentarily confused*
I mean...not you.
*She draws back slightly, aggression beginning to evaporate as she sees the affection in the couple's gaze*
Multi tilts his head ever so slightly. He's not an idiot, he knows when something is up, but he's not about to bring it up. His intuition has been wrong before, maybe he's just imagining the tension.
Well, I'm happy you two are getting acquainted! You're both super important to me, y'know? I'd hate for there to be any remaining tension after everything.
Jenkins can see the confusion on Krill's face, letting out a slow sigh before he pulls away from Multi, holding the fallen angel's hand in both of his.
Actually... Krill and I aren't on good terms, love. There's bad blood there, and Krill is rightfully worried about you being happy.
-Jenkins
*Once again, not expecting Jenkins to break the façade, Krill just ends up looking put on the spot and making some random noises that don't turn into actual words*
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
You don't think a hundreds of year old lich, with years of working with a literal demon lord, would know about something like P.I. Labs?
I used to work as a spy in the Foundation for MC&D, I had access to their files, they're in there. It's part of the reason we put a few guards with sonic weaponry at the auction houses. That was a treat for you.
-Jenkins
*Krill mentally kicks herself for not expecting something like this. If the lab's files are also in Foundation hands that means- she pushes down the chilled fear swirling in her abdomen and attempts to recover ground, folding both pairs of arms as she faces Jenkins fully*
So you admit you were directly involved in the auction? That you knew who was down here and you made specific plans to neutralize us? And then what? You just suddenly have a change of heart and move in with one of our most powerful warriors for totally innocent and selfless reasons? Do you truly expect me to believe that?!
... I was directly involved in the auction, yes. I was involved in trying to convince Marshall, Carter and Dark, the people not the company, that it was a bad investment. Herald tried as well, it's part of the reason he assigned himself to acquire Hell and the major reason he accepted my resignation when Mr. Dark didn't.
If I had made plans to neutralize everyone down here, no one would've been left to be evacuated. It wasn't my job to do that, that was Belphagor's job. I was purely an assistant to Herald.
Jenkins face goes dark at Krill's implication that he's using Multi in some way, his hand going to the locker on his neck to try and calm himself. It works... But just barely.
Multi isn't one of the most powerful warriors you have, he is THE most powerful. He has the biggest heart and willingness to care for others out of every single person in this hell hole, pun not intended. And you want to know the reason I love him? It's because I've seen all of that first hand: with Luba, with you, and with me.
So if you ever insinuate that I would hurt him again, I'll make sure to prove you wrong over, and over, and over! Because nothing in this place is worth more to me than my angel and his kid being happy and safe! So you understand that?!
-Jenkins
And yet you said we.
*She scoffs at the mention of the attempts to dissuade the company heads* And a fine job you did of that, you still played out your roles swimmingly, still deceived friendly, honest people for their very lives. When exactly did you put in your resignation? After you realized the harm you were causing? Or after your cut hit your bank account?
*She gets right up in his face after his rant, a low, pissed off rumble underscores her speech* You're going to tell me about his character!? With your incredible length of experience? How long have you known them again? A year? At least more than three months of course? Past the length of a crush obviously. It would be silly to claim to understand someone when you've only known them through a veil of puppy love.
... You're right. I haven't known Multi for a long time, but that doesn't mean I can't understand him. I can tell by how he puts others before himself, even when it means putting themselves in danger, that they have a heart bigger than anyone I've ever seen before. And knowing that, I'd happily spend as much time as I can to get to know him even better.
As for my "payment" from MC&D... I've never been paid by them. When I signed on, apprenticeship wasn't paid. Ever. My payment was learning how to become a lich.
-Jenkins
Good, then you know why you don't deserve him.
There's footsteps behind them and then someone between them - Multitude. With a bright smile and one arm around each of their shoulders, he cuts in like the most naive bunny in all of Hell.
Heyyy, ohmigosh!! I was planning on introducing you two, but I didn't think you'd beat me to the punch, heheh! How are you, whatcha talkin' about?
As soon as Jenkins feels Multi's arm around his shoulder, he relaxes just a bit more. He puts on a mask, smiling as he laughs a bit.
Just... Getting to know each other, love.
-Jenkins
You
*Krill answers at the same time Jenkins does. She looks back and forth between the two of them, momentarily confused*
I mean...not you.
*She draws back slightly, aggression beginning to evaporate as she sees the affection in the couple's gaze*
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
You don't think a hundreds of year old lich, with years of working with a literal demon lord, would know about something like P.I. Labs?
I used to work as a spy in the Foundation for MC&D, I had access to their files, they're in there. It's part of the reason we put a few guards with sonic weaponry at the auction houses. That was a treat for you.
-Jenkins
*Krill mentally kicks herself for not expecting something like this. If the lab's files are also in Foundation hands that means- she pushes down the chilled fear swirling in her abdomen and attempts to recover ground, folding both pairs of arms as she faces Jenkins fully*
So you admit you were directly involved in the auction? That you knew who was down here and you made specific plans to neutralize us? And then what? You just suddenly have a change of heart and move in with one of our most powerful warriors for totally innocent and selfless reasons? Do you truly expect me to believe that?!
... I was directly involved in the auction, yes. I was involved in trying to convince Marshall, Carter and Dark, the people not the company, that it was a bad investment. Herald tried as well, it's part of the reason he assigned himself to acquire Hell and the major reason he accepted my resignation when Mr. Dark didn't.
If I had made plans to neutralize everyone down here, no one would've been left to be evacuated. It wasn't my job to do that, that was Belphagor's job. I was purely an assistant to Herald.
Jenkins face goes dark at Krill's implication that he's using Multi in some way, his hand going to the locker on his neck to try and calm himself. It works... But just barely.
Multi isn't one of the most powerful warriors you have, he is THE most powerful. He has the biggest heart and willingness to care for others out of every single person in this hell hole, pun not intended. And you want to know the reason I love him? It's because I've seen all of that first hand: with Luba, with you, and with me.
So if you ever insinuate that I would hurt him again, I'll make sure to prove you wrong over, and over, and over! Because nothing in this place is worth more to me than my angel and his kid being happy and safe! So you understand that?!
-Jenkins
And yet you said we.
*She scoffs at the mention of the attempts to dissuade the company heads* And a fine job you did of that, you still played out your roles swimmingly, still deceived friendly, honest people for their very lives. When exactly did you put in your resignation? After you realized the harm you were causing? Or after your cut hit your bank account?
*She gets right up in his face after his rant, a low, pissed off rumble underscores her speech* You're going to tell me about his character!? With your incredible length of experience? How long have you known them again? A year? At least more than three months of course? Past the length of a crush obviously. It would be silly to claim to understand someone when you've only known them through a veil of puppy love.
... You're right. I haven't known Multi for a long time, but that doesn't mean I can't understand him. I can tell by how he puts others before himself, even when it means putting themselves in danger, that they have a heart bigger than anyone I've ever seen before. And knowing that, I'd happily spend as much time as I can to get to know him even better.
As for my "payment" from MC&D... I've never been paid by them. When I signed on, apprenticeship wasn't paid. Ever. My payment was learning how to become a lich.
-Jenkins
Good, then you know why you don't deserve him.
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
You don't think a hundreds of year old lich, with years of working with a literal demon lord, would know about something like P.I. Labs?
I used to work as a spy in the Foundation for MC&D, I had access to their files, they're in there. It's part of the reason we put a few guards with sonic weaponry at the auction houses. That was a treat for you.
-Jenkins
*Krill mentally kicks herself for not expecting something like this. If the lab's files are also in Foundation hands that means- she pushes down the chilled fear swirling in her abdomen and attempts to recover ground, folding both pairs of arms as she faces Jenkins fully*
So you admit you were directly involved in the auction? That you knew who was down here and you made specific plans to neutralize us? And then what? You just suddenly have a change of heart and move in with one of our most powerful warriors for totally innocent and selfless reasons? Do you truly expect me to believe that?!
... I was directly involved in the auction, yes. I was involved in trying to convince Marshall, Carter and Dark, the people not the company, that it was a bad investment. Herald tried as well, it's part of the reason he assigned himself to acquire Hell and the major reason he accepted my resignation when Mr. Dark didn't.
If I had made plans to neutralize everyone down here, no one would've been left to be evacuated. It wasn't my job to do that, that was Belphagor's job. I was purely an assistant to Herald.
Jenkins face goes dark at Krill's implication that he's using Multi in some way, his hand going to the locker on his neck to try and calm himself. It works... But just barely.
Multi isn't one of the most powerful warriors you have, he is THE most powerful. He has the biggest heart and willingness to care for others out of every single person in this hell hole, pun not intended. And you want to know the reason I love him? It's because I've seen all of that first hand: with Luba, with you, and with me.
So if you ever insinuate that I would hurt him again, I'll make sure to prove you wrong over, and over, and over! Because nothing in this place is worth more to me than my angel and his kid being happy and safe! So you understand that?!
-Jenkins
And yet you said we.
*She scoffs at the mention of the attempts to dissuade the company heads* And a fine job you did of that, you still played out your roles swimmingly, still deceived friendly, honest people for their very lives. When exactly did you put in your resignation? After you realized the harm you were causing? Or after your cut hit your bank account?
*She gets right up in his face after his rant, a low, pissed off rumble underscores her speech* You're going to tell me about his character!? With your incredible length of experience? How long have you known them again? A year? At least more than three months of course? Past the length of a crush obviously. It would be silly to claim to understand someone when you've only known them through a veil of puppy love.
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
You don't think a hundreds of year old lich, with years of working with a literal demon lord, would know about something like P.I. Labs?
I used to work as a spy in the Foundation for MC&D, I had access to their files, they're in there. It's part of the reason we put a few guards with sonic weaponry at the auction houses. That was a treat for you.
-Jenkins
*Krill mentally kicks herself for not expecting something like this. If the lab's files are also in Foundation hands that means- she pushes down the chilled fear swirling in her abdomen and attempts to recover ground, folding both pairs of arms as she faces Jenkins fully*
So you admit you were directly involved in the auction? That you knew who was down here and you made specific plans to neutralize us? And then what? You just suddenly have a change of heart and move in with one of our most powerful warriors for totally innocent and selfless reasons? Do you truly expect me to believe that?!
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
How do I know you won't get hypnotized or tricked again?
He turns to face Krill, pulling one of his knees up to his chest to sit in a more relaxed pose.
Can you guarantee that Multi and Luba are safe around you?
-Jenkins
*She flinches backward, looking absolutely stricken* How did you...
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
Thank you for not hiding that.
I'm not going to.
-Jenkins
Oh delightful, I'm glad we can say such encouraging things. How do I know that?
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
Indeed...
So, let's cut to the chase and stop acting like children. You're afraid I'm going to hurt Multitude, correct?
-Jenkins
Yes.
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
Jenkins digs his fingers into the sand, keeping his expression neutral.
I'm no longer working with Marshall, Carter, and Dark. In fact, it was Multi and The Devil that helped me break my contract with them.
It's very good to know who your friends are, and who's just using you, wouldn't you agree?
-Jenkins
*She does turn her head to look at his body language better, trying to gauge if that was a targeted implications or coincidence*
It is.
Betrayal's sting worsens when it comes from those that one has only shown kindness and affection for.
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
... I don't think Jenkins is a common name anymore, so I'm not sure why you would be too confused. Even my clones don't usually use their given name.
And no, we don't share memories. We're not a hive mind, we just have similar interests at times.
-Jenkins
So I've noticed. Those interests seem to end up for auction more often than not, don't they? Must be convenient when your personal and work life flow together so easily.
*Krill silently appears next to Jenkins on the beach. She's looking out towards the water as she speaks, but you get the sense that she can see you just fine* So...you're the original, aren't you?
Huh? Oh, um... Hello again... Krill, was it?
I... Suppose you mean that I'm the original Jenkins. I am, yes. Jenkins Jenson, if we're wanting to be proper.
-Jenkins
So you don't share memories with the others, interesting,,, You know when Multitude told me he met a guy named Jenkins, I didn't think it meant the Jenkins.
