[locked to dept of the enma] video; un: sannan

[threateningly]

[Sannan is dressed fairly formally, in Western clothes with two swords at his hip, so he looks sort of... official. Which might make this come off as way more passive-aggressive or official than is entirely intended. I mean, it's intended to be passive-aggressive, considering he is how he is, but he'll say the following with an utterly pleasant, head-tipped, eyes somewhat closed smile.]

First, let me introduce myself. My name is Sannan Keisuke, a recent arrival. I have been given the privilege [the way he says privilege tho] of joining the ranks of the Department of the Enma. I'm quite unfamiliar with this sort of technology, so forgive me if I do something incorrectly.

[He shifts slightly.] To the point then. I, and several of my fellow new arrivals, have been experiencing difficulty acquiring information about certain aspects of our duties. It must also be noted that fellow Lost Souls who shall remain nameless, but who report to other factions, have been greeted with information about rules, regulations, leadership, and even dress codes.

One wonders, then, if there are any such requirements for our faction. This is merely a personal inquiry, as I have little desire to pin any one person to responsibility they do not wish to hold. Therefore, if someone with more tenure and experience could see fit to enumerate upon such things for those of us newly arrived, I will gladly facilitate dissemination of such information to fellow newcomers, and alleviate any burden upon those already far busier than myself.

Thank you for your time, and for your efforts which have preceded our arrival. We will all assuredly do our utmost to do honor to the tasks set before us. [Thinking back. To arrival. And sharks.] No matter how interesting they may be.

[And he parts that whole thing with a formal bow.]


[OOC: This is open to all Enma, feel free to threadjack and go wild on the answers!]

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video | un: beseeingyou

[parasaito]

Someone sounds a little too eager to prove themselves worthy. I wonder why.

[He's the kind that prefers to stay out of the limelight whenever possible, but he can spot an opportunist when he sees one. It takes one to know one, after all.]

[itstillhurt]

I would rather be seen as overly enthusiastic than inadequately motivated.

[She doesn't sound particularly indignant or offended by the implication, either.]

1/2

[parasaito]

[Not that he expected her mask to falter at the first jab. It would actually be a bit disappointing if it did.]

Yes, being enthusiastic is good and all, but that's not what I meant.

[private] 2/2

[parasaito]

I meant to say it's obvious your enthusiasm to help has some ulterior motive.

[Cue the quote-fingers gesture added to emphasize his opinion on her word choice.]

[private]

[itstillhurt]

[Well, well, well. Aren't you fascinating?]

I'm sure I don't know what you mean. What more motive do I need than the satisfaction of a job well-done, and the assured success of my allies?

[parasaito]

[He's just insight(o)ful. It's in his name. (I'm sorry I love that pun)]

The "motive" is the part I don't know. [A meaningful pause.] Yet.

But if I were to guess, I'd say it's to gain authority as quickly as possible. Some people would do anything for the power to stand above and rule the masses.

[He's the son of an influential politician so he knows. How some people will lie or even kill for power. He does both himself, although for a different reason.]

[itstillhurt]

(First of all how dare you.)

[He is hitting entirely too close to the mark for her sake, even if he hasn't hit on her main objective. Her composure, fortunately, remains as masterful as ever- if that's adequate to fool him, it's tough to say.]

Well, you sound awfully confident that you'll figure it out. When you do, let me know, won't you? I'm sure it'll be amusing.

[parasaito]

Oh, don't worry. Of course I'll let you know.

[If she's the kind to play her cards close to her chest, as her nearly-impeccable act seems to imply, figuring out her main objective might not be so easy. But hey, he's a patient man.]

You and the whole network. I'm sure that will be amusing in its own way.

[itstillhurt]

[... A threat? Oh, this almost sounded like it could be fun.

She gives a dismissive eyeroll, though she keeps her voice as sincere and even as ever.]



You do whatever you think you must, of course.

[parasaito]

[A threat? No no no, this is just a roundabout way of showing interest! Because she does look like she has potential to be useful, in many senses.]

I would even if you'd told me otherwise.

[... or is it?]

Be seeing you around, Miss Azula.

[Needless to say, the honorific isn't there to serve its original purpose at all.]