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[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

I feel melancholy for all those who were injured, though Tamaki has moved back into the apartment at last. To protect me, he says. I have been trying to see how we could afford a piano; we simply must have one. I do not like to think of money but here it seems necessary. The inelegance of this place and these people astounds me constantly. I miss the sound of people speaking French, though Tamaki does occasionally; I think he enjoyed the wine I received at Christmas more than I did (nevertheless thankyou for that, anonymous giver, it gives me pleasure to see Tamaki happy.) There is very little wind here, and the sunshine is unrelaxing, and despite all the strange tension in the air, I often find myself without anything to do. Perhaps I should take up needlework again? Perhaps I should find a piano. Computer keys are not so melodious.

Comments

[crusaded.livejournal.com]

Pardon me, Miss, if I'm intruding.

You said you were French? I was unaware that there were others here from my mother country. Others who liked to play the piano, no less.

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

It is no intrusion at all! I have not been very sociable here, which I am attempting to remedy. It is good to find someone else who understands; I miss France so much. Tamaki is the only person I have found to speak French to, but now I feel not so lonely. You must come and have afternoon tea with us both some time. I am still a little awkward with the piano; however I would like one because hearing Tamaki play brings tears to my eyes. You would like him, I think. Everyone likes Tamaki.

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

How rude of me, to not properly introduce myself. I am Éclair Tonnerre.

[crusaded.livejournal.com]

Officer Ky Kiske, it is a pleasure to make your acquaintance; no matter how informal it seems over this sort of technology, it is no less of a delight.

I think we all have a difficult time adjusting. The people are foreign, the world is foreign, and even the atmosphere remains painfully unfamiliar, it seems, from anyone's world. The government stresses the idea of a new start, but that does not make it any more comforting.

No matter how many wars rage, I have always missed France. Being on Swedish soil hinders this little, as there are very few who speak our native language. I would be honored to have afternoon tea with you, Miss Tonnerre; and I'm looking forward to meeting Mister Tamaki; especially if his playing moves you so.

[hostbu]

Oh! Eclair!

[hostbu]

I've had a wonderful idea!!

[hostbu]

We will have them lift in a piano from outside!

[hostbu]

Remember? Because you said it would not fit through the door!

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

Oh, Tamaki. I remember. However, we're quite high up; that would be a lot of effort just for a piano we haven't found yet.

[hostbu]

I keep looking! They don't seem to have any Grands. It's terrible!

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

None at all! How terrible, Tamaki. I'm sure we will find a piano for you to play somewhere in this bubble. Perhaps Charlie could teach you how to play the saxophone?

[hostbu]

He could! But I miss the sound of a piano dearly. I didn't know you cared for the saxophone, Eclair!

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

I have never been overly fond of jazz saxophone, but I thought it might interest you.

[hostbu]

You don't need to worry about me! Between you and Haruhi, my life is very interesting!

[notwalking]

I'm not much of a teacher.

[hostbu]

No?

[notwalking]

I mean, if you wanted to learn, I could try. It's a natural thing, though. I never had lessons.

[hostbu]

Another natural musician! I see why we get along so well, brother.

[notwalking]

It's the only way to learn.

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

I promise I wouldn't mind, though the neighbours might.

[notwalking]

You're sweet.

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

Hm.

[hostbu]

And I can't bear the thought of one being taken apart and put back together.

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

Would it really be so bad?

[hostbu]

Well... I suppose I could put it back together myself...

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

That would be a fun project for you. Do you know how to rebuild a piano, Tamaki?

[hostbu]

I do not! I'm sure I'll gt the hang of it. But maybe we should find something we would both enjoy.

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

We could always find someone who does know so that they can assist you! But what did you have in mind?

[hostbu]

Whatever you would like!

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

I would like to find somewhere with grass, and flowers, and trees, and have a picnic. Does that sound nice?

[hostbu]

It sounds beautiful. Let's do that today!

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

I'll pack a basket.

[giantego]

You damn sure better feel a melancholy for the injured, princess. Because God knows I feel a melancholy. Oh, wait, that's not melancholy, that's all-out, brain-pounding, bone-breaking exhaustion from having to tend to a brood of hypochondriacs with technology that I've never seen before. Fancy that! All the melancholy in the world won't bring defibrillators back, and it sure as shit won't heal the folks in the hospitals. Christ, what the hell did I miss? Was there another nuclear war right before I was pulled through? Oh, that's a good time to bring in the doctor! Have him say the day! I can't say that it's not familiar, but damn it all if it's not tiring. So, you speak French and play the piano. That is just so enthralling that I














Oh, I'm sorry, I seem to have passed out. Who are you again?

[hostbu]

She's not someone for you on take your frustrations out on. Are you well?

[giantego]

Of course I'm well. Who are you?

[hostbu]

Forgive me for asking, you were clearly upset. I'm her fiancee.

[giantego]

Good luck with that, kiddo.

[hostbu]

Thank you!

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

You work at the hospital? How generous of you, especially after the unfortunate events of recently. I am sure the patients appreciate your tireless and uncomplaining care.



These things are important to me, at least.

[giantego]

I'm the paragon of moral medicine, princess. Jesus H. Cox, M.D., at your service.

Like I said, I'm enthralled, enraptured, absorbed, fascinated, charmed, gripped, engrossed, enchanted and beguiled. Please, tell me more.

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

No.

[giantego]

You kids sure do learn quick, it's enough to make a grown man cry!

[tokencommoner]

I think that there's a piano available for use at Babylon University, if sempai would really like to play one.

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

Thankyou.

[tokencommoner]

There's nothing to thank me for, Tonnerre-san.

[tempetedans.livejournal.com]

I think this information will make Tamaki happy.

[hostbu]

Really??

[tokencommoner]

Yes, I think so.