MISSION 4

[stealthpun]

Type: Audio
Sender ID: readytogo (Espio)
To: Everyone!
Subject: Music
Warnings: N/A

Good day, all.

As ever, we face all manner of changes day to day. Meetings and partings, new lessons learned...

[He trails off briefly.]

I would like to play music with others here sometime. One final hurrah for my old instrument. Even if our tastes and styles differ, it's something I'd like anyway. Whether you sing, play drums, or something else, I would like the chance to share that with others.

In person is ideal, but I am flexible. I know we all have things to be doing; this in itself, I suppose, is a selfish request of mine.

Thank you.

Comments

[VOICE]

[reneggadetinkerer]

Where is he, chameleon.

What did you do to him this time.

So help me if you robbed me of my final victory...

[Oh. Oh Eggman is sounding like that special kind of crazy today.[

[stealthpun]

That would be the best way to get under your skin, wouldn't it?

No. It wasn't me, and that is the truth.

[reneggadetinkerer]

No, of course not. You little hooligans can't do anything without him. You wouldn't willingly send him away.

[stealthpun]

And what will you do without him, Eggman?

[reneggadetinkerer]

Do?

What will I do?

Nothing! Absolutely nothing! What the devil is the point when the rest of you all are such easy picking?!

There's no thrill in obliterating you all for the sake of it, because if there was I would have done it years ago!

text; un: archangel

[thearchangel]

Any particular reason for the musical number?

audio; un: readytogo

[stealthpun]

A few reasons.

One in particular, I'm certain you saw Darin and Zelda's most recent discovery, yes?

[thearchangel]

Yeah. I think the whole network did.

[stealthpun]

I can't underestimate what is noticed and what is not.

In any case, to open a portal will demand a sacrifice. My shamisen is... important to me, but I am willing to give it up. I thought that it would be enjoyable to share it, in a way, before I let it go.

[thearchangel]

Ah. The sacrifice.

You ever thought about... getting it replaced? Mm, maybe that's the wrong word - getting a different instrument, once that one is gone?

Won't actually replace it, but at least you're not out a hobby.

audio; un: musicien

[musicien]

Music you say? I've been itching to play something myself of late. What do you play?

[stealthpun]

I'm pleased to hear it. I could use the musical company.

A shamisen. It's an instrument from my people, so it's not terribly popular but it brings me peace. It's not unlike a sitar or a guitar, if you're familiar with those.

[musicien]

While I'm familiar with a guitar, it's the first I've heard of a shamisen.

[Consider his interest piqued.]

I play piano mostly, but have dabbled with a little guitar.

[stealthpun]

Both excellent choices. I'm certain we can match up well.

What kind of pacing would you prefer?

[musicien]

I can match your pace, considering you're the one putting this together.

Is there a special occasion for this?

Private | Voice | un: wherethereislight

[wherethereislight]

Is this really the time? [Just keep the damn intrument or get a new one, geez.]

Isn't there somewhere you should be?

[stealthpun]

I don't expect you to really understand at face value.

I could say the same to you, Shadow. Especially considering the damages to Amy's house.

[wherethereislight]

That's not my place to be.

[stealthpun]

[He breathes in.]

Shadow... it isn't my place to tell you what to do, and naturally you would never listen anyway. Still, I can't understand your perspective; she cares deeply for you, and you reacted so harshly.

But I know you also care about her. Is it not so mutual?

[wherethereislight]

I did it because I care. [No point beating around the bush if the chameleon worked it out.] It's her fault for not listening.

Voice; un: havenofear

[heyyourenotsonic]

I'm not musically inclined, but I'll come watch and provide snacks~

[stealthpun]

I am surprised to hear that. I thought you would make for a singer at least.

Nonetheless, I'd be glad for your company as always. Though speaking of company... are you home presently?

[heyyourenotsonic]

Thank you! I'm pretty sure windows would shatter.

I am home, yes! Do you want to come over for a while?

[stealthpun]

If they can manage Charmy's screeching, I think you're okay. But I won't push you.

Yes, if you don't mind. I'll be on the way shortly.

[heyyourenotsonic]

Hah! You say that now~

Go for it! My home is always open to you.