003 ☠ video/action

[kringlefuck]

<sub>[ Evening, Network. It's been awhile since you've seen this kid on the network, but here he is. The video starts with him trying to adjust the communicator on the coffee table in the living room of his residence, though it falls over and there's an obvious "aw devilshits" in the darkness.
Ok, try again.
Looks like we're being picked up again and we see two curious green eyes behind thick, rectangular glasses. He sets the communicator up on a hard surface again and then steps back, muttering something incoherent to himself before he steps back and adjusts himself a little.

This is Jake. This is Jake with his hair actually combed and his face free from dirt and bruises. He's a bit over dressed for the communicator, wearing this. Just where the hell did he get that anyway?

The teen shuffles back against the living room sofa, the area brightened up by a mere lamp. Then, he lounges, crossing one ankle over the other and we see he's still wearing his combat boots. What a nerd. ]</sub>

Greetings fellow residents. Uhmm.

_{[ Oh wait. He's pulling out a piece of paper now. It's obvious he's shaking by the way he's holding it and he reads off of it. ]}

If I am not terribly mistaken, the holiday known as Valentine's Day is coming up within a duo weeks, and it would be my greatest honor to escort an individual on this day. It is absolutely peachy if you want this not to be anything too, uhm, forward on the romancing spectrum, but rather just one of comradery, especially if I am unacquainted with you.

_{[ A deep breath. He withdraws from his pocket a handkerchief and paps his face down a little. He lowers the paper and looks at the camera. ]}

I've never celebrated Valentine's Day, so, uhhhhhh. I don't want to be alone for this holiday. And while friends and what have you are absolutely splendid, it is customary to have a specific date if I am understanding correctly. I guess.. that's it? I'm asking in advance so may chance we can get to know each other first, or plan accordingly on schedule. I'll make sure to take care of the dinner one way or another!

_{[ He'll be spearing fishes and preparing it that way, jsyk. ]}

Uhhh, shoo. Well, thanks.

<sub>[ /end personal advertisement. He'll reach way over and click the communicator off. ]

[ Action available for room mates! ]</sub>

Comments

[spacecase]

Hi, Jake. Long time no see.

[Has he been just...hanging out in the forest? Like she did when she first arrived?]

...Where the heck did you even get that thing?

[kringlefuck]

Get what thing, Jade?
If you're referring to my attire I am dashingly sporting, I'll have you know that's kept secret.

[spacecase]

Dude, there's only so many places to get clothes here.

...It does look nice, though.

[wait--dammit Jake, don't derail her!]

What's got you on this Valentine's Day kick suddenly? There's nothing that special about it, even if you've got somebody to celebrate it with.

[kringlefuck]

Well, I was excited about Christmas, which was spectacular, and now I'm excited for Valentine's Day.
Weren't you? I mean, good grief, you're finally around people you can enjoy holidays with. Don't you reckon that's something to be ecstatic about?

[spacecase]

Christmas is different from Valentine's Day. Seen it, done it, no more.

You know, just getting a date for Valentine's Day seems kind of...um...douchey? Not trying to offend you or hurt your feelings just--there's other peoples' feelings involved?

[kringlefuck]

Certainly.
But nobody should be alone for it, so I figured I was doing a favor by offering myself to them.

_{[ Oh Jake. ]}

You know, in case they didn't have a date.

[spacecase]

...[That...still sounds douchey, but she knows very well he's not intending to be such.]

I don't know, I think people generally want something more permanent out of relationships?

Might be better to be alone than with a one-off date.

[kringlefuck]

Come now. Just because I go on a date and rendezvous with somebody doesn't mean we're getting married or anything. Don't be preposterous. It should all be lighthearted in a way. I could even escort you if you wanted.

I mean, given nobody else wants to ask you out. They'd certainly be missing out because you're a lovely lady, Jade.

[spacecase]

Let's not get carried away, technically you're my grandpa. That'd just be weird.

...I don't know, I feel like people around here are a lot more serious than that.

[kringlefuck]

You know I love you, Jade. It's a different kind of love, but I got'cha if you'd rather not.

_{[ He half shrugs. ]}

I can definitely see what you mean, but I was hoping maybe somebody would think of it a little more casual around here?
Besides, I haven't really met too many persons. I thought maybe this would be a fantastic opportunity.

[spacecase]

I'd be happy if you found someone that made you happy, really, because I know that if you're my grandson in another reality that means you grew up alone on that island. But I also want to make sure that you don't forget about the people that care for you in the here and now, you know?

[kringlefuck]

Erm. I suppose.

_{[ He fidgets. ]}

Would it have been smarter to ask one of my friends out instead or would that have been awkward in some instance?

[spacecase]

Far be it for me to make a decision for you, Jake!

But, uh...they might be a little hurt that you didn't consider them first.