[D4 EN ] That Drink (Winters, Aerospace Hanger)

[Snorri Tycho]

"You make the second sound go grand. I suppose it's the closest." Snorri sighs. "And indeed, I've one foot in the grave for years, but it's also...what reason have I had to think about a future. There just" he pauses, looking ahead. "The place I was born doesn't exist. The place I was forged would kill me. Every other place outside of the Periphery doesn't care about the difference. There really isn't much to look forward too, so why enjoy it while we're here. "

He looks over at Lucretzia. "At least, well, this is rather enjoyable. Thanks. Wow. I haven't talked about that in... " He looks over at the beautiful brunette. "I don't know"

[Lucretzia Winters]

She smiled faintly. "You may not have a home in Rasalhague, but the inner sphere is a big place, and a successful man can build many futures."

Sipping the wine, she added, "I find living in the moment is... pleasant, in a fleeting way, but at least in my family, it was never enough. There was always the gnawing awareness that tomorrow, and the day after, I'd still be at someone else's mercy. I don't want to live like that."

[Snorri Tycho]

Snorri lets the silence linger after she speaks.

"And now...you're free?"

He earnestly tries to meet her gaze.

[Lucretzia Winters]

"Not yet."

She gave him a sideways glance, and a half smile. "If things go well... perhaps after this journey I will be."

[Snorri Tycho]

Snorri reaches over to put a hand over hers. "Well, I'm going to be blunt. If you are talking about high corporate politics and maneuvering, I'm not much help at all. But you will find that I have very reasonable rates for trampling over problems with my 'Mech. Audio recordings of the deed are extra, but draw rave reviews" He does his best to make the offer with as straight a face a possible.

[Lucretzia Winters]

She couldn't quite suppress a giggle.

"I don't think mother would enjoy being trampled. It's kind of you to offer."

Patting his hand gently, she added, "I also can't say I can give you quite what you want - a pleasant moment isn't my brand."

[Snorri Tycho]

"Oh, this moment is pleasant enough." Snorri winks. "It's the ectasy that I look for. Like I say, no regrets, no promises that can't be kept. If you change your mind and want to blow off some steam... Or share a bottle of wine in private, just let me know"

[Lucretzia Winters]

She laughed. "Well, I'll keep your offer in mind, and thanks for the wine. It was surprisingly decent."

Finishing off the glass, she gently set it down, and then strolled toward the door back into the dropship, pausing near the frame.

"And if you ever decide on a dream for the future, I'd be happy to hear it."

With a lazy wave, she swept out.

/exit