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I will have to study it more in order to ensure there is some sort of backup if any of you ever needed it. I'm sure you know this already, but healers can't simply stand off to the side and let something happen if we can do something about it.
[That's about the response he expected.]
I don't agree with what they're doing, but if they get hurt and need my help, I will treat them as any other patients.
I don't agree with what they're doing, but if they get hurt and need my help, I will treat them as any other patients.
I am not entirely certain our blood is similar despite being black. Mine is born, theirs is caused by science. If Clarke has offered you hers, I suppose I can allow you mine.
[This is very difficult for Lexa to allow. Her blood is supposed to be sacred. She doesn't like the idea of giving it to scientists, in case they want to make more like Clarke and Murphy. But it is possible they will be injured again.]
[This is very difficult for Lexa to allow. Her blood is supposed to be sacred. She doesn't like the idea of giving it to scientists, in case they want to make more like Clarke and Murphy. But it is possible they will be injured again.]
I would appreciate the chance to study it. I can look for differences between the two types--it may become relevant, although I hope it never does.
[Julian will do his best to tread carefully due to the cultural significance of the blood, but that certainly won't stop him if someone's life is imminently in danger.]
[Julian will do his best to tread carefully due to the cultural significance of the blood, but that certainly won't stop him if someone's life is imminently in danger.]
Of course you will, doctor. With only the thought of helping and not the thought of bringing down danger on your own head for helping would-be heroes.
[He's sighing over here. It's a really good thing Julian didn't come here alone.]
Do your reckless attending. I will find a way to keep us both alive despite your best efforts.
[He's sighing over here. It's a really good thing Julian didn't come here alone.]
Do your reckless attending. I will find a way to keep us both alive despite your best efforts.
You've known me for 7 years, Garak. Did you expect anything else from me?
[It's a fondness that permeates the words. How could Julian do anything else?]
[It's a fondness that permeates the words. How could Julian do anything else?]
I live in constant hope of you finding a sense of self-preservation. It reminds me of the futility of hope.
I would say I'm sorry to disappoint but in this domain...I'm not.
You are truly a lesson in humanity.
[And the futility of hope.]
Give me a warning should any of them come to you. If we're to defy the state we find ourselves in I need to be prepared.
[And the futility of hope.]
Give me a warning should any of them come to you. If we're to defy the state we find ourselves in I need to be prepared.
Of course.
You'll know of anyone I come into contact with here whatsoever.
[It's the least he can do considering how much trust Garak has already put into him already.]
You'll know of anyone I come into contact with here whatsoever.
[It's the least he can do considering how much trust Garak has already put into him already.]
Spare me any list of conquests.
[He hopes it comes across as teasing, but with the decaying line of distance between them he worries it might hurt too much to know of Julian being with others.]
[He hopes it comes across as teasing, but with the decaying line of distance between them he worries it might hurt too much to know of Julian being with others.]
It is a difficult thing you ask for me, but I will try and trust you.
[That was certainly not the response Julian was expecting.
...Mostly because that thought never crossed his mind.
At first, it was the shock of being in a new place. Then the monster attack and the subsequent fallout. Now?
Well, he's been stewing in his own thoughts and emotions about his current roommate and friend for the past 7 years.
The truth of the matter is that he doesn't want other people. And he's not entirely certain, but he doesn't think Garak does either. The problem is that if Julian is wrong, his only ally and seven years of friendship could vanish in an instant. To say it's high stakes is an understatement. He needs to be more certain before he makes any kind of move.
For now, he tries to act like his usual.]
Well, considering I couldn't politely bring anyone over, you won't see nor hear of any.
[Even if he was inclined to look at other people right now, their living arrangement is not conducive to bringing anyone home.]
...Mostly because that thought never crossed his mind.
At first, it was the shock of being in a new place. Then the monster attack and the subsequent fallout. Now?
Well, he's been stewing in his own thoughts and emotions about his current roommate and friend for the past 7 years.
The truth of the matter is that he doesn't want other people. And he's not entirely certain, but he doesn't think Garak does either. The problem is that if Julian is wrong, his only ally and seven years of friendship could vanish in an instant. To say it's high stakes is an understatement. He needs to be more certain before he makes any kind of move.
For now, he tries to act like his usual.]
Well, considering I couldn't politely bring anyone over, you won't see nor hear of any.
[Even if he was inclined to look at other people right now, their living arrangement is not conducive to bringing anyone home.]
I will ensure your trust is not in vain, Lexa. Thank you.
I will let you know when I have access to proper equipment to do the analysis.
I will let you know when I have access to proper equipment to do the analysis.
[He feels guilty. What right does he have to keep Julian from enjoying himself? Knowing about others would hurt but that's his own fault, his own weakness. He doesn't have the right to deny Julian life and pleasure just because his emotions are out of control.]
When I have a shop set up, you can let me know if you need me to not come home too early.
[It's very good he can simply send this instead of saying it. He's not certain he could keep a pleasant expression on his face in person. Even now his chest hurts, aches in a way that makes it so clear how very far he's fallen for his friend.
But he has always believed in sacrifice, and if he must sacrifice for Julian's sake now then he will.]
When I have a shop set up, you can let me know if you need me to not come home too early.
[It's very good he can simply send this instead of saying it. He's not certain he could keep a pleasant expression on his face in person. Even now his chest hurts, aches in a way that makes it so clear how very far he's fallen for his friend.
But he has always believed in sacrifice, and if he must sacrifice for Julian's sake now then he will.]
I cannot speak for Murphy, you would have to ask him separately.
Of course. I will address that with him separately.
How are you holding up after the attacks?
How are you holding up after the attacks?
I am fine. I have been helping Clarke in the aftermath, she is coming up with many plans with Stephen Strange about what we all could be doing. I have offered to train people in self-defense, Displaced and average civilian. I have also agreed to be in a vigilante group, whatever that may be, but the details are unknown as of right now. In exchange I will be trained myself in firearms.
And you?
And you?
As am I.
I am attempting to get a job as a research technician in a laboratory, since my medical credentialing holds no weight here. I hope to move up quickly to gain access to equipment for "side projects". I'm also trying to help Garak get his tailoring business set up as quickly as possible.
[Julian also has Opinions on that vigilante group.]
Do be careful with that group. It may become a target or paint targets on the Displaced.
I am attempting to get a job as a research technician in a laboratory, since my medical credentialing holds no weight here. I hope to move up quickly to gain access to equipment for "side projects". I'm also trying to help Garak get his tailoring business set up as quickly as possible.
[Julian also has Opinions on that vigilante group.]
Do be careful with that group. It may become a target or paint targets on the Displaced.
They may be in need of medical expertise here, so it's possible you could move faster than expected.
The Displaced are already targeted. It is wise to be ready to fight. You should learn yourself, in case we find ourselves in danger again, which is inevitable. Ask Garak to assist you. As we both know, he is far more than only a tailor.
The Displaced are already targeted. It is wise to be ready to fight. You should learn yourself, in case we find ourselves in danger again, which is inevitable. Ask Garak to assist you. As we both know, he is far more than only a tailor.
Perhaps, although medical training takes several years where I'm from. I will likely have to practice underground for the most part unfortunately. At least for now.
It's not learning to defend ourselves that concerns me. It's the vigilantism.
He is far more than onlya tailor.
He's the best tailor I've ever come across. Possibly in our corner of the galaxy.
[He actually derives a bit of amusement from this, keeping Garak's "secret". Of course Lexa is no fool. She knows Garak can fight.]
It's not learning to defend ourselves that concerns me. It's the vigilantism.
He is far more than onlya tailor.
He's the best tailor I've ever come across. Possibly in our corner of the galaxy.
[He actually derives a bit of amusement from this, keeping Garak's "secret". Of course Lexa is no fool. She knows Garak can fight.]
So I will put you as a yes for learning how to fight. My healers were always good fighters as well, the better way to get across a battlefield.
I would like to learn for defensive purposes, yes.
[Julian also has a few tricks up his sleeve. He's fast and has quick reflexes, as well as strength beyond what one would expect out of his slight frame, but that's certainly not enough against actual monsters.]
[Julian also has a few tricks up his sleeve. He's fast and has quick reflexes, as well as strength beyond what one would expect out of his slight frame, but that's certainly not enough against actual monsters.]
Excellent. I offer my own services. While Garak is very skilled, I've seen for myself that people have a difficult time training their closest companions.
I would very much appreciate that. Thank you.
I can also offer to teach you first aid, if Clarke hasn't already done so.
I can also offer to teach you first aid, if Clarke hasn't already done so.
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