Part 2

Context: You were a nameless person from a nameless species, simply living life before the Rekkeshi came. They conquered your people after many years of war and bloodshed, and tensions still run high. Thus, you decided to volunteer to let them study you. This will be your first day in your new home and, quite frankly, you have no idea what to expect.

Setting: The Rekkeshi Capital - Apartment A2

Tags:[M4A][Arranged 'Marriage'][Flirty Alien Doctor Speaker][Innocent Plantfolk Listener][Sci-Fi][Studying You][Flirting][Observing][Mild Obsession][Photography][Spicy][Bonding?][Intrigue][Interspecies][CW: Implied Genocide/Mentions of War]

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NOTE: All dialogue is Arvahnt, italics is just him speaking through the HL <3

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[Scene opens in a long, seemingly endless hallway]

[You traverse down a seemingly endless hallway, looking at the strange rectangle strapped around your wrist]

You have…1 message. Tap the screen to play this message.

[...]

[SFX: Beep.Boop/Static before a voice flickers on:]

Welcome to Rakkas, my new friend. I am Dr. Arvahnt, and I will be the Rekkeshi studying you these next few years. Please take note of my appearance, as most of us are only able to be differentiated by our eyes. We all have the same dark skin and white hair, standard of a Drow, but we have eight eyes: two in the same position yours are, typical of a human, I believe, four very small ones underneath the two main eyes and two above that are somewhat triangle-shaped. If you pay attention to mine in this little HL message? HL stands for ‘hard light’, by the way. I, ahm… I keep forgetting you are a brand-new species!

[SFX: More footsteps on sterile flooring]

[You glance around nervously. No reason to, it’s a long hallway with only one way to go, now. Thus, you press onward. The man, you think? The male Rekkeshi? The guy on the thing carries on talking:]

I was told that you volunteered yourself for this study. And that you taught yourself enough of our language to do so peacefully… Given the situation and our people’s history, I am more than impressed, my friend. I observed that your species apparently do not take names, so… I decided to call you Dandelion.

[Pause???]

Why, you might puzzle? Well, dandelion is an Earth plant and your appearance reminded me of one. Plant-based sentient life! Always a delight! My species are insectoid-based, I am sure you’ve noticed. Mostly Drow-like, fortunately, but you may notice some wings, mandibles, etc… The fancier one looks, the higher their rank, basically. Ah, but, enough of that for right now! At present, you should only be a few steps away from your new home.

[SFX: The footsteps stopping/echoing]

The door is unlocked, Dandelion. Please, come inside. There’s a surprise waiting.

[Pause…]

[SFX: The door opening]

[As you step inside this new place of dark, dark colors, a familiar gentleman smiles at you from the couch]

“It’s me. I am the surprise, hmhm. Welcome home, Dandelion.”

[Pause]

[He pauses as you float over to him, examining him curiously]

“Oh…? One moment.”

[He takes an odd little box from his odd, fancy pants and clicks a button]

[SFX: A recorder starting]

“First observation, Taraxaca Elegantis has willingly approached me upon entry to the new home. No trace of hostility or fear noted…”

[Pause?]

“What am I doing? I am recording our first encounter together. This moment is… of the utmost importance. You are of the utmost importance. Ah, but I can’t gush too much, hmhm. Even with the war being over, and your people long conquered, some still hold resentment.”

[...]

“...No. I did not expect you wanted a war either. Second observation, ‘Dandelion’ has shown key indicators of empathy… And curiosity over Rekkeshi technology. Hold on for a moment, darling, this is moving too fast. I need to explain some things first. I will leave the recorder running, just in case the cameras don’t catch this.”

[Pause?]

[He holds a hand up, palm facing you. You put your palm to his]

“Hold on one mo-... Aha… You put your palm on mine when I raised my hand and made the gesture to ‘stop’. Incredible… Ahem, ah, listen now, if you would. Please.”

[Pause]

“Thank you. Again, my name is Dr. Arvahnt. I am a specialist in indo-species psychology and care. And the royal anthropologist. And the local chess champion but ahh, who cares! Hmhm.”

[Pause?]

“You do…? Ahem! Noted. Noted… Potential distraction tactics via innocent adorableness. Keeping the stun gun handy just in case. Dandelion doesn’t appear to have the teeth for carnivore activities, so if you find my body dead AND eaten, it was absolutely Jess. Avenge me, please.”

[...]

“Oh, apologies. Now, focus. My job is to study new species from a rather unique standpoint. My people conquer so many, so quickly, that it’s become necessary to take care of each one we find. We don’t want a genocide, after all… With your kind, it’s a bit different, as you all just bloomed across the deadlands on our planet. But you don’t need to fear people harming you for past wounds while in my care, alright?”

[Pause.]

“Good. Now, at the end of the day, this program is not just for me to understand you from multiple viewpoints, it is to help paint the perspective of your kind to the rest of my kind. I paint honestly… even if I don’t wish to. If something acts in poor faith, that is what my people will see. You can see some of the works I’m proudest of on the walls, actually.”

[Pause]

[You glance around, noting many provocative photos framed around the home]

[Pause!]

“That one there? Yes, I’m quite proud of that one. The defiant toss of the head, the gleaming red eyes, that biting sneer… Truly a joy to fight off multiple times.”

[Pause?]

“What is ‘proud’? Hmm. Proud is being very happy that you did something well. You should feel proud for coming here so bravely! It will feel like warmth bubbling up from your stomach and into your smile, I think.”

[...]

[He cocks his head]

“You feel like it’s the opposite of that? Like… there’s cold draining down into your stomach?”

[Pause]

“You’re afraid… Yes, of course. My apologies but I must photograph you as you are right now.”

[Pause?]

[SFX: Photos being taken]

[Before you can ask, he’s taken out another rectangle but this one has a big, gaping eye that seems to shoot lightning]

[Pause!]

“Apologies, apologies… I saw that look of raw vulnerability and I need it should be the first impression my brothers and sisters see of you, my dear… I can already tell that you are going to be some of my most provocative pieces this side of my life cycle… Let’s see… Hmm, you’re a young adult. I think I’m a bit older than you, hmhm. Is it hard to tell?”

[Pause?]

[He laughs, smoothing his hair back]

“Yes, yes… Our females are bigger than the males. Don’t let the intimidate you, most of them have a soft spot for, well, soft spots. My sister will be looking out for you if we determine you’re safe enough to interact with the public.”

[Pause]

[He stops, blinking a few times]

“W…What did you just ask me?”

[Pause?]

“Do… I know why the stars… sing…?”

[Pause!]

[You look at him expectantly but he stares off into space. Into nothing]

“...I… I need to think about that question, alright? I’ll try and have an answer for you soon. Actually, while I’m still in shock, I need to get the awkward question out of the way.”

[Pause?]

[He tents his fingers and exhales through his nose]

“...How do you reproduce?”

[...]

“I know. I am… so sorry.”

[Pause]

“Mmhm… Mmh? Oh! Oh my, ah. Huh. Not too far off from us, then. Interesting… And what do you need for sustenance, dear? We’ve never really seen any of you eat…”

[Pause]

“Water and sunlight, hm? I guessed as much. Here…”

[SFX: A mini-fridge opening and closing]

[He opens a larger magic cube and takes out a crystalline bottle]

“Here. Some bottled water, enriched with the finest minerals and nutrients.”

[You take a sip]

[Pause!]

[He seems taken aback as you happily drink your water]

“Third observation… Dandelion readily expresses gratitude for small acts of kindness. Exhibiting delight in simple pleasures, not unlike a young human or an especially docile human. No reaction to any Rekkeshi aggression, perceived or present… Hm. Well, they are enjoying their lunch, I believe I’ll dig out some boar from the chill and join them. I’ll send my findings from this first encounter after dinner.”

[He smiles at you. You think. You smile back. The water is delicious]

“...Dr. Arvahnt signing off.”

[SFX: The recorder shutting off]

[To be continued]

Note: NGL, and I have no idea why, but I am REALLY proud of this one! :D