genessia | action / video

[Ai is quite calm about the whole "new arrival" ordeal. He's absorbing the information and cataloging it appropriately, making note to check up on some specific questions later. He looks down at the device in his palm, questioning whether or not he should use it. If it's a public broadcast, then there's a chance he might come across a fan... and Ai doesn't want his fans to worry about him when he's confused and unsettled.

So for the first few hours, Ai won't be touching the video device. He'll be going to the commons, unloading his pockets and bag, then making a list or what he does and does not have with him. When he's done, Ai can be found wandering Genessia City. Particularly, he's trying to buy his own groceries and then sitting down on a random bench for a while.]

Everything appears normal enough. I can understand the text and speech here without running any translations. [He also still has his beginner's pamphlet, which he reads blatantly while on the bench.] ... I'm going to miss my photo shoot.

[video]

Good afternoon. I will make this quick: If you recognize me, then don't worry. I've settled well and will begin producing music shortly. Thank you all for your patience and support. I'm sorry to hear that my fans got caught up in this. If there's any way I can make the situation more tolerable for you, you're welcome to contact me. [He's even smiling. Wowow. Frame that, because Ai won't smile as much from here on out. He also won't be as nice.]

For those of you who do not recognize me, that's fine. This isn't Japan. My name is Ai Mikaze, and I'm an idol in my... 'world.' I would like to resume work promptly. Who are the music specialists here? I am looking to buy a piano to start, but I will need access to a mixing bay in the future. I understand there to be a difference between those with and without pendents, and would prefer to support fellow pendent wearers with my purchases.

I would also like to hire a photographer for headshots and talk to a talent agency about representation. Don't bother offering if you're not good at what you do.

[Action Note: Ai is a robot. He's a very well disguised robot at that, so please hmu before your character automatically knows.]

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[Well, that's not cool. Ai is actually not reassured.]

... People like that are brought here?

[This would give him chills, if he was flesh and blood. Instead, it just seems to haunt his thought processes. Ai thought people were taken to Genessia on purpose... Why take someone so dangerous?

He isn't capable of actual panic, but Ai is trying to steady his logic.]

Yes. It's very good.

The good news is there has not been another disaster like "him" in years. The next worst was just a ton of snow and a self-proclaimed ice queen which was resolved peacefully.

It's nice here, if a bit weird...

Hm. Maybe they perfected their selection algorithm... [He can only hope they don't have another murderer on the loose.]

Years, then. No wonder so many people are engaged.

[She didn't understand that. Poor kidlet.

A small jump in surprise at that one little word at the end.]

Engaged?

Mm. As of right now, half of the people I have spoken to are engaged. Is it common for people in Genessia to date each other? Perhaps my statistics will make more sense as I meet more people.

[Well, now she is kind of sort of jealous. And also concerned. And several other feelings she's not certain about.]

Well... I'm one who is not...e-engaged.

[She wants to be some day, but she knows that will never be possible. And that depresses her.]

Hmm. It would be concerning if you were. You're a bit young.

[Though, he's not one to get involved with other peoples' business.]

Love is strange. I would think it is difficult in such a dire scenario.

[She sighs sadly. Even if she looks young, she is still young. And that's the way she'll forever be.]

Love makes it worthwhile in the end. People are two halves of a whole and generally hate being alone. Love is a solution to many problems when the couple works together...

[Another half she'll never have or be. Forever alone. And she is prepared to accept that.]

I'm quite happy alone. [He mumbles softly, not intending to be heard.

It all still sounds so illogical.]

Regardless. I suppose I should be congratulating them on defying statistics.

You don't want a girlfriend or a wife? Someone to share your life and your love with? Someone you can be happy with and do all your favorite things together?

[Now that is illogical.]

I have my music.

[And that's his purpose. Ai isn't here to fall in love. He's here to sing and fulfill dreams as an idol.]

I'm an idol. That's all I need.

An idol? As in a singer? Just like the group, "Boys For Now?"

In that case, what about someone to share your music with? A duet, of sorts?

[Is that a group here? Ai nods, hoping that's the case.]

Mm. Singing, composing, dancing, acting, modeling. [Though, singing is his favorite part.]

Duets and group performances are nice, but not necessary.

[He's really set on not finding love, isn't he. Well, she expects that will change eventually.]

Hmm... Singing, modeling and dancing... I did those too. Well, modeling once and I have ballet classes at school.

If you start doing shows here in Genessia, I'd love to come watch.

[And he's back to smiling. Conversations about 'love' are difficult for him, but Ai is quick to jump on board with a conversation about music.]

I definitely will. I have some songs that I plan to distribute here, and more that I intend to write. If you're really looking forward to it, I will work extra hard.

[The love of fans is all Ai reaches for right now. He needs them to help define his robot idol self.]

I will look forward to it. Maybe you can even tutor me in singing and dancing someday.

[She wants to be a good student! Help her achieve this goal!

Speaking of goals...]

Oh. Here's the grocery store. Like I said, I won't be long.

I wouldn't say I'm tutoring material.

[It's the nicest way to explain that he doesn't typically take on students. Syo and Natsuki were forced on him, even if he has warmed up to them.]

Do you need help carrying things?

Aww, that's okay.

[She Wasn't expecting a yes anyway.]

I might, but I don't know yet. We'll see in a few minutes.

[With a push buggy, she sets her bag in and starts zeroing on each item on her shopping list.]

What do you like to eat, Ai?

[She asks the good questions. Ai follows after her, trying to come up with a suitable answer. Like to eat? He sort of just... eats.]

I try to watch my diet and make every meal count. [Is that the same as liking to eat?]

Ah, I see. I do the same.

[Satsuki makes sure she stays at a healthy size. Not that it stops her from snacking on cake and strawberries from time to time.

Taking a shortcut down the cereal aisle, she sees one that brings back memories.]

Ha, I remember that one. "Sugar-Frosted Cocoa-Loaded Kerpows." Never had them. Far too sweet for me.

[A soft giggle, as it was a ridiculous name. Way to act like an old lady, Ana. Finally, she got the last item on her list and they were on their way to the check out counter.]

Again, I'm sorry about all the trouble I'm putting you through, Ai. But also, thank you for keeping me company for this long.

[He regards the cereal, mildly perplexed. Those colourful pieces have no meaning. He just can't wrap his head around why it's necessary.]

It's no problem. I do need to find Nova City.

[To Ai, this is still an exchange and not a favor.]

I didn't know so many cereals existed. Why?

I don't know~
There many kinds of cereal. There's cornflakes with raisens, and then there's cornflakes with bananas and strawberries.

If I have to guess, I'd say its to cater to different tastes. Kind of like music~

[As she's getting a bunny clutch purse out of her bag to pay for the items, she realized something.]

You ask some curious questions, Ai...

[He isn’t sure that he entirely understands what that means. The differences in the cereal are so subtle that it seems pointless to him.

He brushes it off, shrugging at her realization.]

As questions should be.

It must be hard to pick a favorite cereal when the sample size is so big. It would take months to try all of them.

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