...I'm sorry. I'm just self-conscious sometimes. Or, I was. Mostly, I am angry that he betrayed my trust. [ 99% of the time when she talks about Rinoa, it's the sorts of things that she said to Kondo. ]
Hey, we're family right? Even in books sisters complain about each other sometimes. So there's nothing to worry about.
[Maybe her reasoning isn't completely solid, but at least she means well.]
He seems like the sort of guy who sometimes says things without thinking about it. So don't go too hard on him, okay? Because he's even taking Daniel for a few hours so I can get some sleep.
I wasn't complaining. I was nervous. [ She realizes that Rinoa is giving her an out, making it clear that no explanation is needed, but... ]
I think he tries too hard. I think that in his own way, he's lonely. But betraying my trust... Jokingly or unknowingly... I... [ He's clearly very important to her. She wouldn't be as upset as she was if he didn't mean a great deal to her. ] I'll... talk to him. I just need some time.
It's mostly not so bad here, but I'm not comfortable enough to just sit around and do nothing. That's just now who I am! If it was I never would have left Deling City in the first place.
Quite a shocking revelation, that is. Well, it doesn't have to be apples. Different variations in general is what I meant. I have tried a variety of fruits, but I'd much rather not delve further into this metaphor or my love life, current or prior. [ This is for the better, isn't it. Quistis's taste in men is... well, it's interesting, isn't it? ] It's not like that, Rinoa. I was interested in someone else, but I suppose that was just a crush. I couldn't see myself really being involved with him.
Cute... That's just not something I ever considered myself to be. I think that he's changing. Squall's already changed. I imagine he'll always be closed off, but given time I think that he'll only change more and for the better. I do not think this place is all that bad. I'm very grateful to know the people I've met here.
Meanie. :P Okay okay. Just don't get so caught up on liking apples that you never eat an orange ever again. Probably a good idea, this conversation is getting kind of weird. [Though not half so weird as a certain someone who might be a gorilla.] I guess that makes sense. I've never really thought of you as the crush type, but I guess it's something everyone goes through. So kind of like crushing on someone in a movie but different?
It's okay! People who are too aware of their cuteness can be kind of annoying sometimes if they try to force being cute. of course i wouldn't want Squall to change too much, then he wouldn't be Squall anymore! That's the last thing I want. Some things I wouldn't trade for anything. Like the way he frowns so seriously when playing triple triad even though it's just a game. Or like how sometimes if I'm careful I can see his eyes soften as he watches you guys, because even though he doesn't really show it very well he really cares about all of you a lot. For such a tough guy he can be pretty cute. [Okay gushing about crush over for now.] It'd be a lot scarier if you weren't here.
There's nothing wrong with getting caught up in apples. Who knows? I could be a one apple only kind of woman. [ She likes him enough that she could see a future between the two of them beyond some casual relationship. Just because it was casual doesn't mean it couldn't last, right? Regardless, this is getting weird. Er. Weirder. ] I suppose. It was more like finding something in common with them, getting along with them, finding them attractive but... not pursuing anything.
He's an interesting man, that's for certain. I suppose we both get along because of our awkwardness and antisocial behavior. I think that he shows the best parts of himself when he's with you. I'd like to bring that out in someone, someday.
There's a difference between being a one apple person and only choosing apples without trying any other kind of fruit. [This conversation is rather surreal. Who started this metaphor again? Oh right, she did. That explains everything.] Maybe not quite like a movie star then, but I know what you mean.
Sounds about right to me! Though you're not as antisocial as he is. If you were I'd have to find a different dinner buddy. [She could probably drag him into trying restaurants with her too, but that's not the point.] You really think so? I'm sure you will! I know I fight better when you're around. Does that count? [Because she doesn't want to look like a complete loser in comparison.]
I've tried other fruits. Once, maybe twice. I've come to the conclusion that once or twice is enough. [ But Quistis turned it into fruit, didn't she? From books to fruit to... well, they're both a bit strange, aren't they? Makes for interesting stories, at least. ] Not when there's an option of having something, I suppose.
No, I'm growing use to being more social. I recharge in silence, but I can be rather chatty at times! I don't mind you two-timing me with other people for dinner. It goes back around to the variety thing, right? We all fight better when we're together. It counts.
It is not weird. I found myself wishing everyone was here, as well. There are reasons to want everyone here and reasons to want them to be at home. We are trapped, but time moves differently, doesn't it? So if we must be trapped, I would much rather be trapped together.
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