[WELL he’s walkin around which is already going against her orders BUT LOOK... school. I am hand waving that he was taught about showers and laundry and shit idc THE POINT IS he is clean and tidy with real bandages, thanks to her, though his forehead ribbon is probably tragically bloodstained and thus tucked away on his person. He looks okay, though!! He bows to her in greeting, eyes curiously trained on her books.]
I am well. Thank you for your aid. [Polite...] You attended class?
[Honestly, that makes sense. As much as he's fallen "easily" into this whole situation, it's mostly because he doesn't yet have enough evidence to judge anything--and he's not exactly in the best state to take a stand.
The mention of Wei Wuxian has his gaze dropping, though he predictably shakes his head at her apology. It's not her fault.]
...Members of his clan should be attempting to rescue him. [Not that they have any way of keeping track of that.] But they may be delayed. If his fever does not break...
[Even magical healing abilities can only do so much, when you're malnourished, dehydrated, and trapped in a cave.]
[It's a difficult question, though not, perhaps, for the obvious reason. It's more that answering something like "strength" would feel like bragging, treading too closely to breaking a rule ("Arrogance is forbidden").
But after some thought, and from his observations, it seems like most have interpreted it as a question about values. Not showing off, but discussing what's important--if he thinks of it like that, it makes more sense.]
[Technically yes, he supposes, but phrasing it like that feels... chaotic, somehow. More like Wei Wuxian than him. He’s quiet for a moment, thinking about it.]
It is important to consider all paths. Thorough investigation often reveals the best course of action.
[So yes, as far as necessary—but not in the sense of charging recklessly into situations.]
[Lan Wangji didn't come directly back to the dorm--but he does come back, of course, hands at his sides and squirrel--who knows.
He looks downcast, an extremely troubled expression visible even on his normally placid face, though he does lift his gaze and bow to her when he sees her.]
A proper investigation, done by those qualified to do so. Enough time to complete it. No "mandatory voting". [...He doesn't move, but there's more tension in his body anyway.] No threat of random sacrifices.
[Is that what it is? He isn't sure how he would even begin to describe this.]
...I did not wish to vote. [But he did, in the end. He doesn't know what form of punishment Kaoruko will receive, but he can't imagine that it will be anything good. And she does deserve punishment, of course, but it's still...] Even knowing she was guilty, I...
I didn't want to blame someone based on a dog's reaction... truthfully, there are a lot of stimuli that can make a dog reactive to someone and there was still too much we didn't know. So in the end, I voted for myself.
I say this with all gratitude, but I'm not really sure what would help. I can still hear out of the other ear, of course. But nothing I've tried has worked on the first.
... [ wryly ] I suppose it wouldn't count as a punishment if I could fix it.
[ Otome is just chilling in the common room this morning and sipping tea, looking like she didn't really sleep all that great. Ribs, probably. But when she spots him-- ]
But, well. Far be it from him to tell a doctor how to do physical medicine? He's still kind of hovering, though--or at least, he has the "I'm hovering" vibe.]
Very well. However, if you do require help, please permit me to assist you.
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Week 0, Monday
Hello, Lan Wangji!
[ And she says it cheerfully, with an armful of books. ]
How are you feeling?
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I am well. Thank you for your aid. [Polite...] You attended class?
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[ She'll behave for now. ]
... Also, I'm sorry that I couldn't find your friend.
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The mention of Wei Wuxian has his gaze dropping, though he predictably shakes his head at her apology. It's not her fault.]
...Members of his clan should be attempting to rescue him. [Not that they have any way of keeping track of that.] But they may be delayed. If his fever does not break...
[Even magical healing abilities can only do so much, when you're malnourished, dehydrated, and trapped in a cave.]
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[ He's very clearly worried. ]
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[HE'S VERY CLEARLY WORRIED]
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[ HE'S VERY CLEARLY WORRIED!! ]
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No he can’t even say anything because he just lied on sheer gay panic impulse and now he doesn’t know what to do]
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[ She takes pity on him. ]
Did you investigate the task board?
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Mm. The assignments are [...] unique.
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[ Mom may be merciful but she also wants to Bond and what better way to bond than to discuss deeply personal questions-- ]
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But after some thought, and from his observations, it seems like most have interpreted it as a question about values. Not showing off, but discussing what's important--if he thinks of it like that, it makes more sense.]
...Perhaps compassion. Or strength.
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[ Or. Maybe stubborn, but at least he can be reasoned with. ]
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“Diligence is the root.” It is a rule of my sect. We must also carry out our duties to completion, whenever possible.
[So they might not be able to solve every single problem they’re called to handle, but they generally won’t just ditch in the middle.]
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[ Whatever that looks like. ]
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It is important to consider all paths. Thorough investigation often reveals the best course of action.
[So yes, as far as necessary—but not in the sense of charging recklessly into situations.]
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Physical and spiritual strength are also necessary.
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[ The heavy-hitters and the magic-slingers. ]
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w0, saturday
He looks downcast, an extremely troubled expression visible even on his normally placid face, though he does lift his gaze and bow to her when he sees her.]
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You'll give yourself wrinkles like that. [ Said softly. ]
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...This was not justice.
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...I did not wish to vote. [But he did, in the end. He doesn't know what form of punishment Kaoruko will receive, but he can't imagine that it will be anything good. And she does deserve punishment, of course, but it's still...] Even knowing she was guilty, I...
[It doesn't sit well with him.]
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[ She shakes her head, slowly. ]
I didn't want to blame someone based on a dog's reaction... truthfully, there are a lot of stimuli that can make a dog reactive to someone and there was still too much we didn't know. So in the end, I voted for myself.
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[So there's frustration, there, at feeling so useless. He looks at her, then.]
...I considered doing the same, or abstaining. But the risk of randomization...
[He only didn't because he didn't want to risk his vote getting submitted for someone completely unknown.]
Was there a punishment?
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There was.
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May I ask what it was?
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... [ She taps her left ear. ] I've lost the ability to hear out of it.
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Do you require assistance?
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... [ wryly ] I suppose it wouldn't count as a punishment if I could fix it.
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... But I feel like it might be.
Week 1, Tuesday morning
Oh, good morning!
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Are you well?
[There's something a little hesitant there, when he asks--it's a little difficult to be "well" after everything that happened on Sunday, he's sure.]
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I'm healing up nicely, I think. You still win for Most Injured in the Summer Dorm, if that's any consolation.
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Do you need assistance this week? You should rest.
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I'll be fine. I've been resting as much as I can, and I can move about on my own, so long as I'm not running.
[ Like I will be when you run for your life-- ]
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But, well. Far be it from him to tell a doctor how to do physical medicine? He's still kind of hovering, though--or at least, he has the "I'm hovering" vibe.]
Very well. However, if you do require help, please permit me to assist you.
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[ He's sure fussing. ]
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[He’s worried, yes! And he’s also, y’know. A teenager who’s feeling a little bit lost, latching on to the first tangible method of help he’s found.]
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I appreciate it. I... mm, might need your help a little later, if moving around proves to be too much for me.
[ But his leg is broken, so. ]