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crotchroses) wrote2011-12-01 05:34 am
crotchroses) wrote2011-12-01 05:34 am
♕ treize; [video; English/text translation]
[Some time around the evening of the 30th, there is a broadcast.
A very French broadcast.Because France is in it. You can't beat that, okay.
The lighting is dramatic and France himself seems to be sitting in a chair, leaned back against the sill of a window and the wall, so he's essentially in front of the window with his feet propped up off screen.]
... Bonsoir, Fortuna.
[He removes the cigarette from his mouth and sighs through the edifice into the open air. The smoke curls 'round. He is so dramatic you can practically hear the music playing.
No really. Where is that very very soft music coming from?
You'll never know.]
It has come to my attention that I, the nation of romance, have not tended to my duties properly. What are those, you ask?
[HE FACES THE CAMERA AT LAST. There is a confident smile on his lips.]
We are fighting to survive, I know this. But... Even so! [a wave of his hand] The human instinct--ah, even the instinct of life itself!--is not only to survive but to live well. It is my duty, my desire and obligation, to assist not only my citizens but anyone who wishes it, in this endeavor.
Je suis--Ah, I am France, and whatever you need--be it advice, friendly company, the best cooking on the planet, or just someone handsome to look at, I am at your disposal.
Not to do this--Non! It is unacceptable. [He snaps his fingers--
--he's holding a rose in bloom in addition to that cigarette. France's sleeves are rolled up look he can be mysterious too. He brings it to his face and breathes in the scent with a happy sigh.]
The brother of Europe--[his other hand waves at himself, indicating who he's talking about]--of the world--he is here for you.
[With a wave, the feed cuts off. Shortly after, a text translation is posted, word for word so everyone can read it.]
A very French broadcast.
The lighting is dramatic and France himself seems to be sitting in a chair, leaned back against the sill of a window and the wall, so he's essentially in front of the window with his feet propped up off screen.]
... Bonsoir, Fortuna.
[He removes the cigarette from his mouth and sighs through the edifice into the open air. The smoke curls 'round. He is so dramatic you can practically hear the music playing.
No really. Where is that very very soft music coming from?
You'll never know.]
It has come to my attention that I, the nation of romance, have not tended to my duties properly. What are those, you ask?
[HE FACES THE CAMERA AT LAST. There is a confident smile on his lips.]
We are fighting to survive, I know this. But... Even so! [a wave of his hand] The human instinct--ah, even the instinct of life itself!--is not only to survive but to live well. It is my duty, my desire and obligation, to assist not only my citizens but anyone who wishes it, in this endeavor.
Je suis--Ah, I am France, and whatever you need--be it advice, friendly company, the best cooking on the planet, or just someone handsome to look at, I am at your disposal.
Not to do this--Non! It is unacceptable. [He snaps his fingers--
--he's holding a rose in bloom in addition to that cigarette. France's sleeves are rolled up look he can be mysterious too. He brings it to his face and breathes in the scent with a happy sigh.]
The brother of Europe--[his other hand waves at himself, indicating who he's talking about]--of the world--he is here for you.
[With a wave, the feed cuts off. Shortly after, a text translation is posted, word for word so everyone can read it.]
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Good to have you back though, eh.
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Tell me, have you ever slept briefly, but during that time you had what felt like an eternity of dreams pass through your mind?
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Mon Dieu, I hate having to ration my cigarettes!
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I got another pack if you want? It was mostly for an excuse to calm nerves, but that hasn't been necessary with Japan.
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I will take you up on that offer! I am glad for you, that he is back with his memories of this place.
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[Grins.] Hah. I don't know what I'd do if he didn't remember. I promised to stick by him even then, but if it came down to it, I don't think I could do much more than try to start over, eh? All right, I'll bring the pack over.
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Of course, my door is open.
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[And he heads right over. He can ask him stuff in person that way. If he can figure out how. And he gets there quickly enough and knocks on the door, open or not, he's polite.]
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Ah! Marco--
Bonsoir! Come inside! I'll fix you something to eat.
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Thanks man! [Pulls out the pack to hand over to France. Brand spanking new at that. Also it's Sanji's brand: King Ground. Enjoy.] What's cooking?
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Come in, come in!
Soup, mostly. I bake bread when I can, so you will have fresh bread and hot soup! I will make stew later when I have more vegetables prepared, but I am drying them out for winter. And smoking meat!
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Whoa! Smells amazing! I love how you can so much with so little. I'm truly honored Francis.
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Please, sit down!
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[But he does take a seat until he hears otherwise >:)]
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--I am happy to serve you excellent food. It is a matter of... what is the word... a matter of honor? And respect. When a guest enters my home, he or she will receive hospitality from me. It is the propriety, and eh, just because I'm so kind and generous.
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Hah~ You're too kind, but I'm grateful. [He hums quietly to himself. He still has a question to ask, but where to begin is the trickiest part it seems like.]
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I am the most kind, ami! Would you like bread too?
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[What bird doesn't like bread? >:)]
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Oh damn you're good. Are you sure, you have no interest in piracy? I could offer you the best crew in the world~
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Bien sûr! You want a chef. Je ne sais pas, it will not be that simple to gain my employment.
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Not even if I promise an entire collection of nurses and brothers?