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Sender:Alliance Commander "Cobra" Recipient:Fiorella Arianna de Marco Subject:Re: A gift for my niece
I'll help however I can.
But it would be useful to have more details on what exactly you'd need from me, as well as anything else I might need to know about either your niece or these alleged heroines.
But to ease my own concerns, do you mean to say these people are currently your slaves? You know my thoughts on the matter, and you're aware of my obligations as the Commander of a militia in service of the Free Republic. I'm willing to assist you, under the consideration of freeing the person we don't select.
Please clarify if my understanding is correct thus far.
Sender ID: Fiorella Arianna de Marco Recipient ID: Damien 'Cobra' Morreti Subject: A gift for my niece Cobra
Indeed, it is agreed that the heroine who does not find her place with my niece shall be entrusted to your cause, where she may find purpose and shape her own destiny.
Allow me to present our first icon from Kusari, known as Aiko - a young and fearless poet who gracefully challenges the antiquated norms of Kusari society, artfully expressing her ideas without resorting to violence.
Next, we have Dakota Watson, the heroine hailing from Liberty - a young and inspiring politician driven to combat poverty, inequality, and violence, despite the prevailing status quo and the indifference of the authorities towards the downtrodden.
Fiorella gracefully reaches for two boxes of these iconic dolls, adorned with costumes and accessories that epitomize their proclaimed archetypes. Dakota Watson, the embodiment of a young, independent Liberty politician with her blonde hair and azure eyes, is adorned in a complete array of formal blue business attires. On the other hand, Aiko exudes a free-spirited and forward-thinking exotic aura, with her outfits artfully challenging the conventional Kusari archetypes.
While I find Aiko to be the more fitting choice for my niece, I must concede my partiality, considering my deep appreciation for art and culture. Yet, Dakota Watson symbolizes the inspiring human endeavor to bring about positive change in the world through direct and impactful action, transcending the realm of artistic impressionism.
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Sender:Alliance Commander "Cobra" Recipient:Fiorella Arianna de Marco Subject:Re: A gift for my niece
You got me.
I was genuinely under the impression we were talking about real people, normally I would have assumed this was about dolls, but I never know with your sort.
I'm going to personally cast my vote for Dakota, your niece ought to be exposed to ideas and ways of life that are outside your comfort zone. Ironic coming from a xenophobe, yes, I know. But it's still a fact that exploring differences yields growth. Let her understand what the rest of the world is like.
While I'm still reeling from how well you misled me, I'm flattered you've involved me in a family matter. Have I made that strong of an impression?
Sender ID: Fiorella Arianna de Marco Recipient ID: Damien 'Cobra' Morreti Subject: A gift for my niece Cobra
It was an act of vengeance served cold - a test of your wits. I could not simply resist the opportunity.
You are not wrong about my kind and while I did acquire my slaves in my formative years, my disdain for slavery and the accompanying misery and distrust on Malta remains unchanged. I do not enjoy such unrefined acts of barbarism in my own home. I wish to see only my dear family members and my trusted guests on my clan grounds, no one else.
Moreover, an ordinary doll nestled within the hands of a young girl, her mind brimming with the boundless imagination unique to childhood, holds limitless potential — a book not yet written - quite different from a sentient being with their personality and story already set in stone. The manner in which mere simplicity can bestow upon them a fresh perspective on the world and its realities is nothing short of captivating.
Nonetheless, I shall not leave you empty-handed from my little jest, and Aiko shall await you at Ames - alongside your customary shipment of Product, for simplicity. Who knows what destiny lies in wait for an exotic rebel poet such as her in Liberty.