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[Maybe the problem isn't that Ky has too much spare time, maybe he simply hasn't formulated the right things to do to fill his time. Clearly cooking is a skill that many people have that he lacks -- although he's not sure it's one that he can really obtain, since he recently tried and the fact that Sol lives above him makes him even more self-conscious than usual when Ky starts to be making his own smoke.

It has become clear to him that simply taking up more patrols with the Defense Force isn't ideal, and he can and has exercised but even that leaves him wanting something more.

And, well, why not? If he ends up not remembering or retaining anything from here then it's not really a loss, and if he does gain a skill then it can help him.]

What sort of things have people been able to learn that they consider useful? Not so much magic that can't be taught, but, for instance, how to stitch a wound, or fire a bow?

You don't have to be able to teach it...although I suppose it would help me if you could and were willing to.

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[ It takes Ky a moment to find words after that, swallowing the wow that is nearly automatic. ]

You make it sound very appealing. But in my experience, I'm not...very good at doing nothing. Even on the war front between battles, I could find something to do. Perhaps, then, it wouldn't be something for me. I don't know.

[Malik blinks.]

I suppose fishing isn't for everyone.

I suggest writing all the more strongly then. You can do it almost anywhere, it's a particularly good activity when things are quiet and there isn't anything else to do, and there are no boundaries on what you could write. Poems, stories, jokes, even plays about food ingredients.

[Malik has an enthusiastic face.]

I suppose...even if I'm not very good, it doesn't hurt to start somewhere.

[And he doesn't have to share it with anyone.]

But it doesn't seem like it will help anyone else.

[Or really be productive at all.]

Of course it can help someone else. Think of the smiles or the tears that you could evoke from others as they live in the worlds you create.

Everyone loves a good story.

Haven't you ever come away from reading something feeling good or inspired?

Oh, I have, but...

I'm certain that I can't write so well as that.

[Someone needs a lot more self-confidence.]

Which is why you should practice. You'll never know until you try.

[Malik rubs his goatee, a small amount of frustration settling in from this stubborn knight. It's not the first knight that he's met with this kind of attitude and in some ways he respects the dedication and seriousness on display.]

What about gardening?

[Ky has plenty of self-confidence, when it comes to the things that he's actually good at. ~~Ask him about his lightning magic.~~]

Gardening?

I suppose that that could be done on the island up above?

If you don't have any space down here in the bubble. A close friend of mine has a nice garden right outside our house.

Going up to the island does have the advantages of fresh sea air and sun.

[And for casting lighting without electrocuting things!]

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[Ky never electrocutes things he doesn't intend to. It's lightning, yes, but it's still magic, can still be controlled.]

Can the plants grow down here, without the sunlight?

[Shhh. It's MAAAAGIIIC.]

It seems they can. I suppose wherever or whatever this light down here is, it's enough to grow plants.

There are trees around right? There's also the park. A couple of gardens shouldn't be too hard.

I suppose I've never really thought about it, but I suppose so.

[ Kind of musing now. ]

But it's not enough like sunlight to harm a vampire. Hmm.

Vampires? You mean to say that there are actual vampires here in Vatheon?

[Malik had seen people dressed up as them, most notably Zelos, but he hadn't thought they really existed.]

At least one, still.

He's a good person, though.

Huh. If you say so, I'll take your word for it.

[Ky has made a good impression on Malik, there's no reason he wouldn't believe him. Besides, Malik's getting used to all sorts of 'monsters' turning up that aren't trying to kill everyone.]

So what do you think? Are you going to be taking up gardening?

I think I'll give it a try.

Although I admit I'm not sure where to get...plants to plant from. Or seeds, if seeds are better?

Either one will work. Most of my friends grow their plants from seeds although I'm not entirely sure why. They're certainly easier to store and transport. It might be more rewarding to see them grow up as well.

I could probably get you some if you'd like. Or, if you prefer, I'm sure there would be all kinds or varieties available in the Nostalgia Nook.

The only Earth plants I know are the ones that produce something edible, so if you wouldn't mind getting me some, I'd appreciate it. Not that there's anything wrong with edible, it just...I think there are more options out there.

There are a huge variety! Flowers, decorative plants, leafy ferns.

I'll talk with Sophie and see what she suggests for you.

Thanks. I appreciate it.

You're welcome! Knights should stick together right?

Feel free to stop by and see me at Golden Victory for a drink sometime.

I don't really...

Maybe some tea.

There's quite a good selection of tea as well.

[Malik smirks, glad of the accepted invitation. Besides, nothing like a little irish creme to enhance a tea or coffee.]

[He drinks very occasionally, a glass of wine, and it hasn't been so long since he had hard cider at the host club with Zelos. Still, he certainly never sets out to drink, has too much of a problem letting go. There are too many situations where he might be needed, and it's easier to constantly remind himself of his responsibility than to let it go sometimes.]

That's nice to hear. I look forward to seeing you, then.

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