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[The General seemed a bit...piqued, yet at the same time somewhat pleased. He absently stripped a dark liquid substance from his sword blade as he spoke quite calmly.]

As a precaution, I would advise avoiding Floors Four and Thirteen until the Tower maintenance crew - whatever it may be - clear both areas of debris. Anyone traveling to either floor, use caution; do not proceed alone, if possible, as we encountered hostile creatures on both floors last night.

[Hence the needed cleanup.]

Doctor Brown, Marty, my thanks again. [Sephiroth actually smiled, although it was tinged with just a bit of...malice.] Your craftsmanship, Doctor, is masterful. I'm in your debt.

Thirdly, should any residents be interested in joining our impromptu patrols or providing assistance and or support, contact either myself or Zack Fair. Experience preferred, but willingness will suffice under these conditions.

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[Sephiroth was tired, too, Shiva knew, but there were still things to be done before he retired for at least a few hours.]

Mm, maybe. Given their...penchant for decapitation, it's impossible to discern an accurate count.

[A nap and a shower would do them both a world of good, it seemed; trying to stifle that yawn is getting rather difficult for Zack now that he's stood up.]

The fact they just kept coming doesn't help, either. Kill one and there's three more coming at you from all sides. It's annoying.

[Captain Obvious, thy name is Zack Fair.]

Yet we managed.

[A quiet chuckle and a tip of his head.]

Go. Shower and sleep, soldier. You're not worth much with your face gaping like it is.

Hey, in case you forgot, we did take out a Zolom once. This was nothing in comparison.

[Granted these guys were only trouble because of cramped quarters and exceedingly annoying numbers, but the meaning is still there. There's pretty much nothing they can't handle after a Zolom met its end thanks to them...even if it's annoying enough to give Zack a headache.]

Yeah, yeah, I hear you. But I'm not going anywhere until you do, so you're not getting rid of me that easily.

[After all, Zack's taken it upon himself to make sure that Sephiroth doesn't run into Hojo alone, if it can be helped. He doesn't like to take chances with his best friend, after all.]

Took forever to get the gore off my coat. [As if he'd forget that. Be serious, Zack Fair.]

Mothering me now, Zack Fair? [Sephiroth chuckled, shaking his head bemusedly. But he pushed out of the chair and rose to his feet, stretching lightly, fighting his own yawn.]

Fine. As you will. Lead the way, Angeal. [A small jest, but a meaningful one.]

Yeah, I remember that. [Oh, he's serious. He remembers how much grumbling the General did on the way back about that damned coat, so of course he's serious.

Also, that's a grin. It's not as wide as it could be, considering what was said and that Zack does indeed know the meaning behind that jest, but it's warm. Lighthearted banter does them both so much good. And Zack does indeed lead, looking over his shoulder as they go. Mothering, huh? He hasn't even started.]

Hey, someone's gotta make sure you don't go burning the forest down again, man. We've got enough problems as it is; don't need the tower falling on top of us, too.

I thought you might. [Custom made, Zack. Shit ain't cheap.]

Rest assured, SOLDIER, my fit of pique is well and done with. [For now, anyway.]

Well, since I didn't hit my head on the way back or anything, pretty sure it's impossible to forget it. [ShinRa budget. Has plenty of room for coats if it can feed a half-dozen SOLDIERS.]

Glad to hear it. But next time you feel like blowing something up? Lemme know and I'll find you something to kill. [or a certain someone whos name began with H.]

I think we've targets enough without you toddling off in search of more. [A wink.] I can't be running after you to pull you out of the fire every day, Zack Fair.

[Zack catches that wink and knows this is just light-hearted teasing, so his pout is around 95% acting. The other five? Well. That much is a real pout.]

It was one day, man. One day! How was I supposed to see the Tonberry sneaking up on me, anyway? Those caves are pitch dark!

[And it's not like he goes looking for trouble here, either....yet, anyway.]

Which will live forever in infamy. [Now, Sephiroth snorted a genuine laugh, unable to help it.] You had no business being in that blasted cave in the first place, so it's your own fault, you know. "Looking for mushrooms" was not a valid excuse, thank you.

[As good as that laugh is to hear, Zack's pout gets just a bit more genuine now. Infamy, huh? Of course it would have. Nothing stayed secret in ShinRa.]

Hey, it was either that or have a revolt on our hands because the guys were sick of two months straight of rations. Besides, you didn't have to go in after me, either. Still don't get why you did.

[not that he didn't appreciate the help, oh no, he honestly did because that Tonberry would have hurt but still.]

Oh, and was I to simply stand by while you shrieked your terror? Honestly. Besides, who knew you hadn't stumbled over another zolom, or three?

And the supply chopper was en route, if you recall. [Have an arch look, First Class.] I seem to remember hearing snippets of "need some action" and "so bored, ugh" and "what could possibly be in there?"

I wasn't shrieking. And if there'd been a zolom in there the place would have caved in or something. Not like those things are little!

[Have an arch look? Have a pout right back. Is he ever going to win one of those little "bouts"? Doubtful.]

What, you're telling me you were any better at that point? We'd been out there for almost two weeks; if you were still patient then I'll eat my boot.

[He's kidding. Mostly.]

[Probably not, no. But the effort was appreciated nevertheless. Evidenced by the fond hair ruffle.]

Let's just say I was a touch more patient than you. And could have found other ways of amusing myself than pissing off the local fauna.

[Sputter sputter; what is it with you people and messing with his hair, huh? You have any idea how long it takes to get it hold still? ...Clearly not and Zack doesn't care either. Evidenced by how he's laughing now.]

Like what? Make us all dodge empty crates or something?

Better than having a Tonberry's knife in your ass, hm?

I dunno about that, man. Splinters are more annoying than stab wounds most of the time.

[Experience? Some. Ah, the missions they went on...]

[Just...this look, Pup.]

[This look. Pardon him, General; you know he acts weird when he's sleep deprived.]

What? It's the truth, man.

[Understatement.]

Go shower, before I decide to test your little theory.

[Although where they'd find a Tonberry here was anyone's guess.]

[Oh, there's plenty of other things he could get stabbed by. Not that he wants to, mind you, but if he was asked...well. He could come up with a few other suggestions.]

Yeah, yeah, I hear you. Stay out of trouble, okay?

[Said with as pointed a look as he can manage while still grinning, which is nowhere near intimidating, but he means it. He'll come fish you out of trouble whether or not you want it, General, and you damn well know it.]

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♘ 2 : Video - backdated to 5/26

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[action] - that icon is so appropriate, too.

[action] - best pouter award goes to Zack, no doubt. :3

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