☲ VIII ☰

[burns-things.livejournal.com]

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[ Waking up in the Gardens was, for Azula, like waking up from a long, dreamless sleep. No time has passed in her home world, so aside from some a bit of grogginess and a slight headache one would have from sleeping far too long, it is as though no time has passed for her.

Considering she had disappeared in February, this is a bit distressing for her when she inevitably asks the cat how long she has slept. She does not believe the scroll telling her just how long she has been gone, but after weighing all the alternatives, she decides there is little reason for the cat or queen to make such an easily disputed lie--after all, she just has to ask someone she knows.

After inspecting a few areas, she further accepts the situation she is in, as she finds many areas entirely different from what she remembers. Eventually, she settles on a place to use the Vine. At the Pagoda, sitting on the base of the monstrous statue, she begins using the Vine. ]

Well. This is certainly interesting. Five--no, six months have passed and yet it feels like I slept for only one night. A particularly long one, but only one nonetheless. A bit of grogginess is nothing a bit of exercise won't fix.

At any rate, I am sure a many ridiculous number of things have happened and just as many people have come and gone.

[ She shows no indication of that upsetting her, although she does inwardly admit that if a certain few people--such as Kallen--are gone, it would be disappointing.

Like a child losing her favorite toys. ]

I would appreciate any and all help in catching myself up on the current state of this world and the Queen's status.

Oh. And, of course, to the many new people undoubtedly here, I would most gladly introduce myself: I am Azula--Princess Azula. Although I can hardly expect the authority that comes with royalty while here, I would appreciate at least a moderate amount of respect for my status.

Thank you.

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[scarletcamellia.livejournal.com]

[Meanwhile a miko in orange lurks behind the statue.]

Oh, you're a princess?

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[burns-things.livejournal.com]

[ Oh, she knows you are there, Tsubaki. How? She is AZULA THAT'S HOW. Regardless, she does not turn when she replies. Such polite treatment is not for commoners. ]

Yes, I am. A very good one, if I do say so.

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[scarletcamellia.livejournal.com]

Oh, do you take action for your...kingdom?

If I'm not mistaken, the common image with royalty is sitting on one's behind on a throne all day.

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[burns-things.livejournal.com]

Ha!

[ She leans back against the statue and folds her arms. ]

Even among royalty, I'm anything but common. The royalty of the Fire Nation are not weak bureaucrats. We're as much our nation's greatest warriors as we are its rulers.

After all, sometimes to make sure things are done right, one has to do it herself.

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[scarletcamellia.livejournal.com]

Oh, how impressive. [Just the sliiiightest bit of sarcasm. Just the slightest.]

I've never heard of the "Fire Nation," though. [Because right now, Tsubaki is thinking it's some inner-city gang or something and that Azula is making everything up.]

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[hopelessdreamer]

[well. Haughty princess. She's got experience with royalty like this.]

Pleasure to meet you, your Highness. I wish I could give you some good news, but that seems to be in short supply at the moment.

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[burns-things.livejournal.com]

Not surprising at all. One would think six months would be enough time for someone to accomplish something.

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[hopelessdreamer]

To be honest I'm still in the stage where I'm not entirely convinced this is real, but I'd have to agree with you there.

What I can tell you is that there was a bad storm recently, which is why everything looks like it's falling apart.

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[burns-things.livejournal.com]

I would be lying if I said I'm disappointed for missing that. Is that the worst that has happened as of late? A storm?

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[hopelessdreamer]

I haven't been here long, so that's pretty much the sum of my experience of this place. My apologies, Your Highness.

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[revolutionized]

A real princess? [Utena sounds quizzical.]

The Queen's nuts, same as always.

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[burns-things.livejournal.com]

Six months pass and aside from a change of scenery here or there, the status quo is still just that? Not surprising, but still disappointing.

--But, yes, I am a genuine, true princess, regardless of whether or not you believe.

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[revolutionized]

I didn't say I didn't believe you. [a lazy shrug.] But y'know, anyone can go around and call themselves a princess just to get people to listen to what they say. If you want people to respect you, you should try something else.

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[burns-things.livejournal.com]

Ha. Don't think of me as royalty that sits in a high tower, sheltered from the real world. There are reasons why I am respected in my nation aside from my blood.

Of course, actions speak louder than words. What do you like to see in a princess?

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[revolutionized]

Right. [But she doesn't sound particularly impressed.

She considers the question, and frowns.] I've never met a princess before. [Not in the traditional sense, anyway.] But if you're a ruler, I figure you should be good to your subjects to start.

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[existwithoutme.livejournal.com]

[Princess? That catches Kuja's attention, if not in a wholly positive way. Compared to the princess she knows (knew), this one seems lacking, nothing like her little canary.]

And what a haughty little creature you are. I don't doubt that you're royalty, as you're given to the usual unnecessary announcements.

As your title is meaningless here, why should anyone give you any additional, undeserved respect? Based on your mere word?

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[burns-things.livejournal.com]

Ha, cute. Well, I am bored, so:

Whether or not I have any authority here is irrelevant, as simply being born with such status should warrant a certain level of extra politeness from others. Whether or not anyone believes my word is nothing I can control, but I would hope most would give the benefit of the doubt--after all, what point is there in claiming such things in a world where that title, as you said, is meaningless?

Besides, I will prove myself if necessary.

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[existwithoutme.livejournal.com]

No, I fail to see why you should be treated more politely than anyone else, no matter whether your words are true. The reason people give royalty respect is that very authority. Do you think a being of a certain human bloodline gives you a greater innate worth? How amusing.

The point of claiming such a thing is exactly what you've said and exactly why you've told everyone. People are fools, and some will see it as a reason to treat you more respectfully.

You can't believe everyone here is honest about themselves.

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[burns-things.livejournal.com]

Go right ahead and be rude. I certainly have no obligation or interest in forcing you to behave.

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[existwithoutme.livejournal.com]

Yes, that would be unwise of you. [Kuja smiles.] Do I strike you as someone who wastes time going out of their way to be impolite? I admit, it is dull here, but not quite that dull yet.

I merely wished to point out that your right to respect is the same as anyone else's, unless you earn more.

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[a-good-daughter.livejournal.com]

[On her own recognizance following the storm, Kadaj has been lurking, taking her measure of the Garden and it's inhabitants. For the most part she has remained unimpressed and annoyed. Business as usual.

She chooses to coalesce before Azula, her shadows gathering near the entrance to the Pagoda.

So you have left this place, only to return? Or have you only been sleeping?

[tetrabiblos.livejournal.com]

Oh wow, it's been a long time since I've met a Princess.

My name is Lucy Heartphilia. As for what's been going on, well, let me see if I can find my journal...

[burns-things.livejournal.com]

[ Raises an eyebrow. ]

You're certainly a new...face. Take your time searching; I want to hear any news as soon as possible, but I don't see myself going anywhere soon.

[tetrabiblos.livejournal.com]

I only arrived a little while ago myself, so it was probably after you left.

[Slips on some glasses and starts flipping through a notebook]

In that case, I should be able to make a list of all the major events I remember happening. I don't think you need a day by day account of me dealing with obnoxious woodland animals.

[burns-things.livejournal.com]

I've dealt with the obnoxiously woodland animals myself more than enough as it is.