TRAVEL ♔ breaking down the walls to the impossible

[everyredcent]

♬ Impossible - Kelly Clarkson

WHO || Thomas, Christos, Francesca, Luthir, Arthur, Merlin, Katniss, Ethan [Closed]
WHAT || The Flight to Russia
WHERE || IN THE AIR.  ON A STEALTH JET
WHEN || Monday evening, Mar 5th
HOW || Actionspam

[This log is for any in-flight interactions on the Knight's SUPER STEALTHY X-JET jet plane ride to the mission site. Feel free to make your own threads/threadjack, etc. The flight time is approx nine and a half hours. Get to know your teammates, talk about the mission, ask questions, etc. etc.]

Comments

[everyredcent]

I imagine you're not volunteering for the position, then.

[socialgraces]

I just think it would come better from you. [She gently folds her arms across her middle, leaning back to regard him better.] I can't guarantee she'll listen to me. I know she'll listen to you.

[A fond smile lights up her face as she continues to speak.] She has very high regard for anything that comes out of your mouth. You can see it in the eager way she seeks your approval. She respects you, rightfully so, and will, therefore, respect your opinion on the matter over anyone else's.

[everyredcent]

[That seems to give him a moment of pause, at least] I'm certain we'll find a moment to address the subject when we're there.

[socialgraces]

I'm sure you'll have plenty of opportunity. Besides, your point might be better made in context. And in private.

[She's quiet for several seconds, attempting to visualize the scene to which they'll arrive.] I suppose you'll be working with Thomas's team, then?

[everyredcent]

It seems only logical.

[socialgraces]

[Why do they always have to base all their decisions and feelings on logic? Ok, maybe that's a slight overreaction. Still, she can't help but look irrationally disappointed, before reigning her emotions in.] I suppose the smaller a team I have, the less imposing the effort will seem. Arthur and Ethan should provide sufficient physical support, should the need arise, I guess.

[everyredcent]

Our mission may not take more than one well planned night. At which point, we can reconvene.

<- using this icon for internal reactions lmao

[socialgraces]

[She shakes her head, perhaps a little too enthusiastically, at that, her previously ignored worries springing back to the surface. But, they've been through this before, and it's too late to turn back now, so she doesn't feel the need to really go into it all again.

She can't help that in a state of fear, Christos is the only one who really makes her feel safe. It's a deeply instinctual reaction for her (like an animal magnetism).]

That'd probably be a good plan of action. Quite a good plan, actually.

[everyredcent]

Of course it is. [Yep, this is how he comforts himself]

[socialgraces]

[She smiles softly, feeling more content than she has in over a week. His confidence is comforting to her too, and she feels a little less neurotic knowing she's not the only one still concerned about her role.] I suppose we'll just have to hope this goes as smoothly as we're planning.

[everyredcent]

If not, at least this particular group is ... adaptable.

[socialgraces]

[She slowly cranes her neck to look back at the other passengers on the flight. She doubts anyone else would realize what an actual compliment that was coming from Christos. But she does, and she smiles a little wider when she looks back at him. It's more than a little relieving, and it helps bolster her own confidence in this mission.

She feels suddenly renewed in all this. A maybe even a little excited, but in a cautious way. They can do this.] We can do this.

[She's not sure if the reassurance is for her sake, or his, but it feels necessary nonetheless.]

[everyredcent]

Naturally. [He'll just hide it behind sounding boastful, instead of optimistic] As long as those squires don't get in the way.

[socialgraces]

There are definitely worse Knights we could be stuck with. I think they'll do fine, all things considered.

[everyredcent]

If not, there are miles of wilderness nearby...

[socialgraces]

[She can't help but let out a soft chuckle, shaking her head. His teasing makes her feel playful so she asks:] How long do you think you could survive alone in the wilderness? With only the tools you carry on you.

[everyredcent]

Is that a subtle warning?

[socialgraces]

The resourceful man you are, I just want to make sure you're prepared for anything.

[everyredcent]

Of course I am. I'd find my way out within a week.

[socialgraces]

[Why is his manly arrogance so endlessly charming? She gives him an impressed eyebrow raise, her smirk becoming more defined.] Of course you would.

I just wouldn't stop moving for fear I'd end up resting somewhere full of insects or rodents. [She makes a disgusted face.] The wilderness is terrible. [No camping trips for this guy.]

[everyredcent]

I'm glad that's your concern, rather than natural predators.

[socialgraces]

Oh, that too, I guess... [And she trails off. She could honestly see herself killing a bear or whatever other wild animal she might come across, and taking out a whole swarm of bugs seemed much more challenging. And gross.] Of course I can run very fast if need be. And climb... things.

[everyredcent]

Valuable skills. I'll keep that in mind if I need to choose one of you to be trapped on an island with. [Yes, he heard all of it. Every bit. :| ]

[socialgraces]

[She regrets nothing, although she does look at little shy at his mention of it.] Well, if we're petitioning for the spot, I feel I should remind you that I've recently discovered my talent for cooking. And I think I could pull off the desert island attire better than anyone else on this plane.

[everyredcent]

I think you'd have Bancroft beat, at any rate.