[ It's quite embarrassing, the way she jumps, hand going for the digistruct device at her hip. Thankfully, the lighting in the bar is dim enough to hide the way her cheeks color once she realizes who it is. ]
[ She might not be able to see the way Maya's blushing, but her body language and manner of speaking are enough for Kasumi to pick up on her embarrassment and she can't help but smile in response. ]
Woops, sorry. That's kind of a thing I do. I'll tap you on the shoulder or something next time.
[ Because saying hello not-invisibly like a normal person is totally beyond her. ]
[ Kasumi's frankly a little moved, though she would never admit it. Part of her wasn't entirely sure if Maya would take to the romance genre and half expected the reaction to be, "That was boring. Where are the space monsters?"
So while there was no contact between them apart from her sending the book, Maya can be sure Kasumi might be reaching out more often after this. ]
I'm glad you enjoyed it; it's one of my favorites.
So, what brings you to this part of the galaxy, Maya? You're pretty far out from Pandora.
I did tell you I wanted to explore the galaxy, didn't I? For the most part, I'm looking to see if there's any information on Sirens out there. I am one, and I hardly know anything about us.
[ she's resting her chin on her hands now because she's actually really really interested to hear about this. Having never encountered Sirens until she met Maya, Kasumi did a little bit of research, herself, after leaving Pandora--or tried to, at least. Nothing came up on her end. ]
[ The silent look of glee and the glint in her eyes pretty much sum it up: Maya, you are awesome and I have got to see these fiery wings of doom someday. ]
[ A pause, as she crosses her arms over her chest and leans back in her chair. Whatever illusion of serious judgement she has is instantly shattered by the grin that appears on her face and the nonchalant shrug she gives ]
[ She watches Maya carefully when she leans back in her chair. From what she'd seen on Pandora, acting outside of the law wasn't exactly a big deal for its residents, but Kasumi hadn't been sure where exactly Maya personally stood on that matter.
So when she responds in the affirmative, Kasumi smiles. ]
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You scared the crap out of me!
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Woops, sorry. That's kind of a thing I do. I'll tap you on the shoulder or something next time.
[ Because saying hello not-invisibly like a normal person is totally beyond her. ]
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[ She takes the opportunity to take a seat, clasping her hands together on the tabletop and leaning forward. ]
Looks like the book's been through a lot with you, huh?
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Thank you, by the way. I had no idea how to reach you to thank you properly, but I had a feeling we'd cross paths again.
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So while there was no contact between them apart from her sending the book, Maya can be sure Kasumi might be reaching out more often after this. ]
I'm glad you enjoyed it; it's one of my favorites.
So, what brings you to this part of the galaxy, Maya? You're pretty far out from Pandora.
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[ she's resting her chin on her hands now because she's actually really really interested to hear about this. Having never encountered Sirens until she met Maya, Kasumi did a little bit of research, herself, after leaving Pandora--or tried to, at least. Nothing came up on her end. ]
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Not a single damn thing.
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I was afraid you'd say that. But hey, just goes to show you unique you are, yeah? I know that doesn't help, but it's a thought.
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I just wish I knew why.
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[ No stop Maya that's so cool ]
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[ She shrugs, then leans in a little. Can't have anyone listening in, after all. ]
How do you feel about taking stuff--possibly without asking politely and possibly by force?
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[ A pause, as she crosses her arms over her chest and leans back in her chair. Whatever illusion of serious judgement she has is instantly shattered by the grin that appears on her face and the nonchalant shrug she gives ]
I'm down.
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So when she responds in the affirmative, Kasumi smiles. ]
That's what I like to hear.
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Mind you, this is something I don't ask of very many people, ever. So, this is kind of special. Just so you're aware.
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