Time in the Stars(Akassa/Open)

[Conri Lane]

Listening as she mentioned that she wanted to get stronger, he supposed that made sense as well, there probably was something about being Royalty that he didn't understand. Then again, his thinking was that there was nothing wrong with being a little selfish from time to time either, but he could fix the not knowing part. There was a lot that he could probably do well with learning, so he would start here with learning more about her own duties that seemed to be a part of all her reasoning. Still, it was actually rather nice to have Akassa speaking to him like she was, he figured she would still be closed off like she had been the first time they met. She still had a bit of a temper issue though, and slight homicidal tendencies.

"That's true, I don't understand all that well, so maybe at a later time you can explain things to me in more detail? I'd like to understand your reasons more. Although at the same time, I wasn't saying you should fulfill all of your desires and whims, but I figure being selfish once in a while isn't always a bad thing. Sometimes you have to look after yourself as well as others," he smirked towards her. Hopefully, she understood his words, he wasn't saying that she shouldn't be doing what she was for her family. Just that it wouldn't hurt to do something that was just for her, even if only once in a while. Maybe something important, maybe something not so important.

"Hm, then I would say that it was only luck that I won this spar," he said, knowing that she was skilled in her own right, so it wasn't a lack of that. It wasn't a lack of strength either, she had more than proved her strength in that little exchange as well, he would be feeling those hits even with the sensu beam having healed him. They both had the same kind of resolve for battle, which meant that it simply came down to luck and that it could very well go the other way the next time. That was fine with him as well, he wasn't afraid to lose and he would use every lose as a means to grow even stronger. Then she spoke and surprised him a little with what she said next, she wanted to ask something about him.

"Sure, ask anything you want," he answered her, then she went on to ask her question regarding his organization and why he was creating it. He scratched at his chin for a moment to find the right wording for how he wanted to explain it to her, this was something serious for him as well. It was technically a two-fold thing, but it was hard for him to explain completely, his mind was weird like that. The best he could do would be to give her the main goals for his organization, other than that it was all a lot more complex even for him.

"Well, it's not that I don't like the attention, it's just I'm more using it for my own means. The organization is being made for two purposes, the first is that we'll be taking jobs but also learning about out clients as well as targets. We are doing this to try and learn how to make the universe a better place as a whole, less pointless killing and all that. The second is more personal, I sent a message to a certain group of people telling them that I was still alive and coming for them," he shrugged slightly. She may or may not understand that part, but it was the truth. He was using the attention from both to send a loud and clear message.

"On that note, don't suppose you'd be willing to join?" he smirked a bit, figuring she would say no, given that she was loyal to her family. Which he understood completely, but it never hurt to at least try to see if the unexpected happened.

[Queen Akassa Hattori]

A chuckle actually comes from the Princess at his first statement, not thinking she would ever take the time to explain her situation to him. Of course she could try and get him to see what her life was like, but she doubted he would truly understand. When it came down to it they were quite different and their lifestyles different as well. Like before, when he had slapped her backside as part of an attempt to explain how she had left herself open, no matter how much he tried to explain it there was nothing he could say that would convince her it had been needed. As for being selfish at times…Akassa did her best to never think of herself first.

”I always look after myself Conri, but if my family can gain by my sacrifice then I will not hesitate.” The Princess was being honest with him, her family her main focus almost one hundred percent of the time. It would be a lie though to say that she never thought of herself, those times were rare enough though that she couldn’t recall one off the top of her head. Part of it was a matter of perspective. She had challenged Conri to see if she could defeat him, defeat the man that had won the tournament. If she had been able to it would prove that the Royal family did possess the power to claim that title had she not made her mistake against Ninjin. Yet it had also been slightly for herself, the Princess wanting to see how well she could handle herself against him for her own pride as well…even though she wasn’t really aware of how much that drove her to challenge him.

”Luck…perhaps, but let’s not take your victory away from you just yet. Next time I will do my best to make sure the outcome is different.” The two had no rematch scheduled as of this time since they had just finished their first session, but apparently Akassa was planning for more at some time in the future. Making no further comment on that topic she listens to his answer to her question as she continues to try and figure him out. It seemed he didn’t mind the attention after all which meant that maybe the title was just something he could do without. Title or not he was the champion and whether you addressed him as that or Conri most would know what he had accomplished.

”Fair enough. I do see the logic behind making your announcement at the closing ceremonies for you had a huge audience. I am sure there are many out there that are contemplating you proposal, maybe some will even contact you about it.” After a slight pause he suddenly pops the question, asking if she would be interested in joining his organization. To his possible surprise she lets out a small chuckle like before. It was not meant to be disrespectful or anything the Princess just thought the idea a little ridiculous. He must already know how she was going to answer, she was a Princess of New Vegeta and her loyalty was quite obvious.

”You know I cannot do that Conri, my loyalty and time is for the Crown. Just so you know though, my decline of your offer has nothing to do with you.” Maybe in another life she could have joined his organization, the thought of taking different missions across the Galaxy was appealing, but something she just could not do.

[Conri Lane]

A wide grin formed as he heard her chuckle, pretty sure that it was the first time that he had heard something like that from the Princess since they had met. It was well worth the wait in his mind, but he was also serious about her explaining things to him, if he could understand her thoughts then he would probably be able to see the situation better. He didn't know if he would like it any better, but he could at least see things from her perspective, which would be a start. It would probably be a difficult thing, but he was at least willing to learn about it. She spoke once more about looking after herself but then mentioned her family gaining be her sacrifice he crossed his arms in thought for a moment.

"Yeah, I suppose I can't really stop you from doing that either, so instead I'll go with plan B. I will sacrifice for you in turn," he nodded, his expression was quite serious as well. If she was going to try to sacrifice herself for her family, then he would do the same for her it was only fair. He didn't quite know how he was going to do that, but he would figure it out at some point, he didn't make a promise that he couldn't keep. Even if it took him a while to keep it, he was a bit of a stubborn bastard in that regard. Plus, what kind of champion would he be if he didn't do something for others, not a very good one that was for sure.

"Hm, well thank you for that and next time? Why, if I didn't know any better I'd say you enjoy my company," he smirked teasingly but would take what he could get without complaint. She had also given him a bit of a compliment with that little not taking his victory away from him, he supposed that did show she respected him. Of course, they did come from different worlds in a way, so it would probably take time before any real progress could be made between them. Still, Conri at least believed that he was on the right path towards that, he could get to know her more by talking to her about all these things. Even with the vague knowledge he had, he was starting to understand a bit more about who she was, even if there was a lot to still be discovered.

"Yeah, I figured it would be the best place to hit as many people as possible given the amount of people watching the end of the tournament. I hope they do, and I should probably come up with a name for the group," he tapped his chin in thought. When she chuckled again, however, he smirked liking that she seemed to be enjoying herself around him a bit more. Then she gave her answer, and he grinned, nodding his head as it was the answer he had expected to hear from her.

"Nah, I understand completely, but you can't blame a guy for trying, right? I mean getting a triple win recruit to join would have been amazing," he laughed. Still, he was glad that if things were different she would likely join, perhaps there was a way to work with that in the future. Stroking his chin, he shook his head before turning towards Akassa, "By the way, triple win is like this: First, it would be less empty on my ship which is always a good thing. Second, I would have gotten someone both skilled and powerful into my group. Third, would be there was a beautiful woman to brighten up the place," he grinned and turned to start heading off towards his ship, expecting to get yelled at a bit for the last part.

"Anywho, you don't need to worry, there's nothing wrong with you as a fighter. Trust me, there are very few that I've faced with power like yours. Honestly, from what I remember of the fight as well, you hit harder than your brother," he rubbed his side laughing. Then standing straight for one brief second, he gave Akassa a respectful bow, "I will take my leave now, Akassa. I have a dinner to prepare for and I will report in when I have information." With that, he turned and started to head off back towards the ship, having enjoyed his day quite a bit. Though if she wanted to, she could stop him if she had something else to say to him, it wasn't like he wouldn't give her that.

[Queen Akassa Hattori]

Akassa wasn’t sure what he meant by sacrifice for her. The Princess would never ask anything like that of him, and she would accept to charity. Either way she leaves it at that as she decides not to make any comment. A proud woman she needed help with nothing and from no one. If Akassa was not able to take care of something on her own then she did not deserve whatever it was she was trying to achieve. While she would do anything to help her family or any member in it, the female was the last one to accept another’s assistance or in Conri’s case let anyone sacrifice something for her gain.

”Yes, next time. You are not the worst company I have ever kept, but just to make sure things are clear you best watch your hands in the future.” Casting a quick glare over at him she would then let that topic drop as well. Regardless of how relaxed he was when it came to interacting with her the Princess felt there were certain lines that should not be crossed. One of those lines he had crossed today and the wounds in his chest were a testament to that.

When he first mentions her joining his group was a “triple win” she didn’t quite understand. Of course he does not leave her in the dark for long. While all three parts were a compliment to her, the third one was pushing it. Looking over at him she narrows her eyes ever so slightly. The Princess did not mind being called beautiful if it was in the right scenario even if she didn’t know what scenario that might be. Luckily for him he was already turning away from her or he would have received a slap across the face. She was sore and tired from their match, but she would have been able to muster enough strength to deliver the blow had he been within reach.

His comment about her hitting harder than Ninjin most likely saved him from some sharp words, the Princess not able to hide her smile at that compliment. Her brother had defeated her so for him to say that, as a man that had now fought them both, was pleasing. Watching him bow she offers a nod in return, mutual respect now held between the two of them.

”Thank you Conri, I do not wish to hold you any longer, until we me meet again.” Turning away from him she lifts into the air. Initially she had only planned to congratulate him on his victory, something she had been hesitant to do, and the night had actually taken a turn for the better. Still, she felt that she had also discovered she was lacking in several ways. Upon her return to New Vegeta the Princess planned to spend days training.

(Thread concluded! Great thread Conri, PL please, weights in effect!)

[Conri Lane]

(PL for me as well, heavy weights in effect 60% bonus!)

[graderr]

Conri Lance – 11,187 pl
Akassa Hattori – 8,513 pl

Make it a little longer next time why don't you -_-

Good read though.