Scenario:Tien - Someone out There Loves You
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Someone out There Loves You
It's been a while since the Ten-Wolf Gun manipulated Tien into dueling the other Eternals. The children of Stardust Town think that Tien is too selfless and want her to relax, so they ask the crew to treat Tien to a small vacation under the guise of a mission. While the crew enjoys a day off with Tien, they tell her how much she means to them. She's taken aback by the attention but graciously accepts their feedback.
Tien had attacked her fellow Eternals while under the influence of the Ten-Wolf Gun. (Captain) was the one who broke the gun's spell.
Things have since returned to normal following that incident. (Captain) and company are now shopping in a merchant town.
Tien: What a stroke of luck. I'm glad they had wheat and salt in stock. That should get us through the crunch for now.
Vyrn: Yep! We made the order just in time! The store said they'll deliver it to the airship for us.
Lyria: That's a relief! We bought so much stuff it would take a bunch of trips to carry everything back ourselves.
Tien: Sorry for calling you out on such short notice, (Captain). This is my fault for doing a poor job of managing Stardust Town's supplies.
Tien: Business with other islands has been ramping up, which means more visitors and more mouths to feed.
Vyrn: But isn't that a good thing? Stardust Town needs to grow!
Lyria: Yeah! Everyone's working really hard to make sure their own shops do well.
Tien: Mm, that's true. It'd be nice if the kids could become entirely self-reliant...
(Captain) glances at Tien, noticing the hint of gloom in her face. The captain remembers a conversation from a few days earlier.
Lyria: You want us to hang out with Tien?
Lively Jill: Uh-huh. She's been down in the dumps ever since that "thing" happened.
Vyrn: Wait, you mean that whole Ten-Wolf Gun fiasco? But the gun made her do that stuff!
Lively Jill: It doesn't matter. Tien has a strong sense of responsibility, so she tends blame herself a lot.
Vyrn: It's good to take responsibility, but there is such a thing as bein' too hard on yourself.
Lively Jill: Yep, yep. That's her all right. I just think she could use some rest and relaxation.
Lively Jill: Even if we invite her out to do fun stuff together, she'll end up acting like a chaperone instead of playing.
Lyria: I see... That's why you came to us.
Lively Jill: I know you guys are busy too, but can you help me?
Lyria: Sure! We'll get Tien to unwind!
Lyria: Right, (Captain)?
Vyrn: Question is, how do we get her to come with us? It's not like hangin' out is super urgent, so she'll find an excuse to shoot us down.
Lively Jill: I've got it covered! First we'll ask you guys to run some errands for us...
The plan concocted by the children of Stardust Town worked like a charm. Tien has been strolling with the crew for the better part of the day.
Vyrn: Now that we've got all the shopping done, let's go chill around town!
Vyrn: Know what I'm sayin', (Captain)?
Tien: Well, someone has to be at the ship to meet the delivery people.
Tien: If you all plan to stay here, then I'll head back first and wait for the shipment.
Lyria: Oh, um... The shopkeeper said it would take time to move the flour from the warehouse, so I'm sure we'll be safe!
Lyria: Right, (Captain)?
(Captain) nods and walks off toward the town square before Tien has a chance to say anything else.
Lyria: Let's go too, Tien!
Tien: Mm. All right.
Lyria grabs Tien by her hand and pulls the reluctant Eternal after (Captain).
Lyria: Wow! That's a huge ham!
Tien: It sure is! How many days could this shank feed the children for, I wonder?
Tien: Hm? Hey, look at that shop, Vyrn!
Vyrn: Oooh! Apples!
Lyria: Ah! Stop leaving us behind, Vyrn!
Tien: Haha, he really loves apples, doesn't he?
(Captain) treats Vyrn to an apple snack then asks Lyria and Tien if they'd like anything too.
Tien: That's nice of you to offer, but I'm not hungry or thirsty. Thank you, (Captain).
Lyria: Okay! Then why don't we walk around some more before going to a coffee shop?
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Lyria: Tweyen told us about this neat little place with yummy cakes and drinks.
Lyria: And since we're already here, I was hoping we could go check it out!
Vyrn: Nice! Sounds like a plan! An island with a marketplace this big has gotta have tons of good eats.
Tien: Careful, Vyrn. If you eat too much, your tummy will burst.
(Captain) jumps on Tien's teasing and immediately starts poking Vyrn's exposed belly.
Vyrn: Ahaha! Cut it out, (Captain)!
Lyria: Haha. Let's work up Vyrn's appetite so that he has lots of room for dessert later on!
The foursome visit various stores sprawled across town.
Vyrn: Whoa, this whole street's lined with weapon shops!
Tien: Mm, that reminds me. When I get back, I need to ask Feower if he needs a new whetstone.
Vyrn: Can't forget to keep your weapons in working order. That goes for you too, (Captain)!
Lyria: Sniff, sniff... What's that amazing smell?
Tien: Hm, fried cheese perhaps? I think it's coming from over there.
Lyria: I bet it tastes as good as it smells... No! I must resist and save room for the coffee shop! Fight it, Lyria!
Tien: Fried cheese should keep for quite a while. We could buy some to share with the crew.
Lyria: Good idea! Should I get some for Katalina?
Lyria: Hm... But the coffee place will probably have tasty sweets I can take back to the ship too...
Vyrn: Not to mention all the other souvenir shops we've seen. You got enough hands to carry all those gifts?
Lyria: Oh dear!
Tien: Haha. I'm sure Katalina will love whatever you pick out for her since you put so much thought into it, Lyria.
Lyria: Sigh... But that's why it's so hard to choose!
Lyria: This street has lots of arts and crafts boutiques!
Vyrn: Huh. This shop is nothing but buttons! I didn't know they came in so many shapes and colors.
Tien: I could probably spruce up the children's clothes with some of these custom buttons. Do you think they'd like that?
Vyrn: Oh yeah, you made clothes for the kids in Stardust Town, didn't ya?
Lyria: Your embroidery is so cute, Tien. You have such skilled hands!
Tien: Heehee, thanks. Everyone's growing out of their old outfits, so the least I can do is make them more stylish.
Tien: I just know the girls are dying for something cute to wear.
Lyria: Tien...
Tien: Ah. Look what I found, Lyria. They sell accessories made from beads too.
Lyria: Oooh, bracelets and barrettes! They're all so glittery and pretty!
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Tien: Wouldn't this yellow beaded hair clip look good on Lyria? It's as vibrant as her spirit.
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Tien: This lilac ribbon is very you, (Captain). Care to try it on?
(Captain) nods, and Tien fastens the ribbon to the side of the captain's head. She beams at her model.
Tien: Mm. It looks great. The soft tone of the fabric highlights the kindheartedness you exude.
Tien: Oh, and this...
Tien: Wouldn't this yellow beaded hair clip look good on Lyria? It's as vibrant as her spirit.
Tien gathers several strands of Lyria's long locks together and keeps it in place with the hair ornament. (Captain) nods with approval.
Tien: You'd look very nice with your hair in buns, Lyria. Maybe you could try putting them up on a hot day.
Lyria: ...
Lyria: Um, I... I want to see what Tien looks like wearing this turquoise ribbon!
Tien: Me?
Lyria: What do you think, (Captain)?
(Captain) takes the ribbon from Lyria and ties it to Tien's hair. (Captain) steps back, admiring the Eternal's new look with Lyria.
The captain then calls over a store clerk and is about to pay for the accessories picked out by the two girls.
Tien: W-wait! I'm sorry, (Captain), let me get my—
Vyrn: Put your wallet away! This one's on (Captain)!
(Captain) shoots Vyrn a thumbs up, finishes paying, and then hands out the accessories to Tien and Lyria.
Tien: ...
Lyria: Thank you!
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Lyria: Are you putting yours on now? Here, let me do it for you, (Captain)!
Tien: Hey... (Captain), Lyria? I'm...
Vyrn: No need to say you're sorry, you know.
Tien: Oh...
Lyria: Tien, we know how much you care about us and everyone in Stardust Town.
Lyria: But you do know we feel exactly the same way about you, right?
Tien: ...!
Lyria: Why can't we be the ones who give you something nice, or treat you to a nice meal for a change?
Lyria: It seems like you've been thinking about everyone but yourself on this shopping trip.
Tien: Mm...
Lyria: The children of Stardust Town said they want to do things with you.
Lyria: Tough times can be hard on everyone, but they can also bring happiness as long as you get through them together.
Tien: Lyria... (Captain)...
Tien: Thank you. For thinking about me, and...
Tien thinks better of ending with an apology and trails off instead. (Captain) smiles and suggests they head to the coffee shop now.
Lyria: Are you sure all you want is a drink?
Tien: Mm, I'm sure.
They were lucky to be seated as soon as they had arrived. After making their orders, Tien quietly shares her thoughts.
Tien: When I first met you all, I boarded your airship in order to keep an eye on (Captain).
Vyrn: Hm... Was that how it went down? Oh right, you wanted to see how (Captain) would use the Ten-Wolf Gun or something.
Tien: Mm. Yet I was the one who fell under the gun's control and did those horrible things to everyone...
Tien: I was so full of myself for even suggesting I keep you under surveillance. There's no excuse for my actions.
Vyrn: Aw, don't sweat it! We all know the Ten-Wolf Gun was the real culprit.
Vyrn: You've always been a crewmate in our eyes. I totally forgot about that whole "watching us" stuff.
Lyria: Besides, you've always been there to help us with job requests.
Tien: That's to be expected, isn't it? I was welcomed aboard your ship, so it's only right that I lend a hand.
Vyrn: Hey, if we're talkin' expectations, then it's only right that we help you out too, because that's what friends do!
Vyrn: Like Lyria said before, we care about you the way you put others before yourself.
Vyrn: It's nice that you're not selfish. That's a great trait to have. But above all else, we like you 'cause you're you, Tien!
Tien: Huh?
Tien blinks in confusion, looking from (Captain) to Lyria, who've been nodding with everything Vyrn has said.
Vyrn: If you wanna help out a stranger, then you gotta learn to let others help you too!
Lyria: Heehee, uh-huh! We want you to treat yourself to something special every now and then. It's okay to be selfish sometimes.
Lyria: If we had a list of people to pamper, you'd be number one!
Reeling from their well-intentioned exuberance, Tien tries to take cover behind a menu.
Vyrn: Lookin' out for Feower and your little brothers and sisters of Stardust Town comes before everyone else though, right?
Tien: Mm...
Tien: And you guys are included in there as well.
From the looks on their faces, it's clear that (Captain) and company appreciate Tien's words. She slowly lowers the menu.
Tien: Hey, (Captain)?
Tien: C-can I... order something else?
Lyria: Go for it! What would you like?
Tien: This crepe looks really delicious...
Tien sacrificed her own wants and needs in order to protect the ones she loves.
The crew recognizes that she needs to love herself and presents her with another option she hadn't considered.
It's still too early for her to fully commit to this new alternative, but she's beginning to view the world in a different light.