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JASPER: Yeah, yeah, a real long while.

JASPER: It didn't work out?

JASPER: Uh. Yeah. I think so, yeah. Why?

KIT: so how you've been?

KIT: not so much... we had a disagreement

KIT: I just miss them and I can't just show up and talk to them... I was hoping someone could keep me updated.

JASPER: Oh, god. No, I remember you. I do.

JASPER: I.. well.

JASPER: You know I'm not a Rovigatti anymore, yeah?

KIT: hi! it's been a while

KIT: yeah, I know the story, I just-

JASPER: I- Yes?

JASPER: Who is this?

KIT: Oh, great! you're the third jasper i talked to

KIT: I'm Kit? I am - *was* Jason's claim for a while.

KIT: hey! this is jasper, right?

Oh hell yeah, they’re called the Five Pillars of Malia– and pay real close attention, okay? ‘Cause this is super, super important. 

(1). Honesty, with other people and yourself. 

(2). Mutual respect.

(3) When the waiter asks you if you wanna see the dessert menu, the answer is always, always yes.

(4) Know who you are and hold onto ‘em. Don’t lose yourself for anyone.

(5) If you aren’t someone the church would’ve killed 400 years ago, you’re not really livin’ 

Y’know, that’s kinda totally valid if you don’t want attention from Dominants. You do you, y’know? But uh…I dunno, it ain’t my business but that seems a little drastic. 

I’d say bein’ a home sub a gig. I could never fuckin’ do that shit so I commend you, dude. 

You know, that’s... pretty great. I kinda need some of those rules in my life right now. ...I guess it’s a little drastic, but what am I supposed to do about it, you know? It’s just the way it goes.

Eh, anyone can do it if they want to. Cleaning, cooking, kneeling... it’s pretty easy, you just gotta know what your Dom likes.

Alright, alright– I concede. If it ain’t bad, I ain’t gotta worry. How ‘bout you tell me what you have found that you like? Instead of focusin’ on the negative stuff, like not havin’ time or money or shit like that. I.. y’know, I ain’t gonna fight you on that. Just, appearances and all. Gotta keep up the southern gentleman vibe.

You gave up pretty easy, I think you’re into that mysterious vibe. Er, not much that I can think of... I tried to learn how to sing and that was a disaster. Pottery too. I do like my old games, though...I still have my old DS with me. Well, it’s a very nice appearance. I appreciate it.

Aw, thanks. I mean, I don’t think I’m like a rock or anything, but I didn’t have a lot of school so things go around my head a lot. I mean… yeah, love is love. What does it matter if it’s a marriage or a claim? I’m gonna claim her in a couple years too, but marriage is like, we can have it now. I just don’t really see the point of being in a relationship if there’s no love.

To tell you a secret? I don’t really feel super smart myself. I mean, I did high school and all that, but by then I already knew I was going to be home sub so I only paid attention to that. I — well, speaking from experience, I think there’s merits to relationships that are born out of a partnership. Maybe you can’t go very far without love, but other things are important too.

Nothing wrong with not being a lover and not a fighter, but you gotta make sure you draw the line somewhere, ya know? Can’t have people walking all over you.

Good to meet you, Kit. You new around here? Or are you just the kind to keep your nose outta trouble?

I can... promise I’ll do my very best.

Yeah? What’s so mysterious about me? That’s when you take this time to figure shit out– try a whole bunch of new shit and check it off the list if ya ain’t havin’ fun with it. Simple. Start with the easy shit– Books, movies, comics. Ya know I could say the same to you ‘bout talkin’ to a 40-something year old man. 

Everything? I don’t know, it’s just a vibe. It’s not bad, though! I promise, I wouldn’t talk to you this much if it was. That’s what I’m trying to do, actually! When I have free time and enough money, anyway. I keep looking for new stuff to try out, but I haven’t had a lot of luck. Maybe... but the 40-something year old man is the nicest person I know, so.

I don’t think I am, neither, but I’ve had people say that to me– So I guess some people are just like that, you know? You sure about that? – I reckon no one’s just anyone. You’re Kit, you got likes, dislikes, hobbies– I’m Asher and I got a whole bunch-a things swirlin’ in my head. Ain’t no one like me. Ain’t no one like you. I’m glad it helped, then– But uh, .. Can we chalk that up to that fact I ain’t that good at conversation? 

You do have a mysterious vibe, now that you mention it. It’s not like, bad or anything, it’s just a thing. Honestly? I don’t even know who Kit is. Likes and dislikes and all. I don’t even have hobbies. You’re better at conversation than you think. I’m flattered that you choose to talk to me of all people, I just think you can do better than some 20-something year old girl.

Oh damn. Sounds real highbrow, they got a dress code over there?

It’s for the elites. Well, it’s not official, but pretty much everyone dresses like ‘17 year olds trying to impress someone on their first date’. It’s actually kind of cute.

Right? I can’t say I came up with it, though, especially ‘cause the first pillar kinda forbids me to, since it’d be lyin’. I think I saw it on twitter or somethin’, the twitter handle had somethin’ to do with a berry, I dunno. But yeah, not wantin’ attention ain’t a bad thing, especially if keepin’ to yourself makes you comfortable. Oh shit…that’s even..longer of a time. Can I ask what kinda disagreement it was? 

Jot this down, dude– the silly things in life are the best things. Is this your first gig or somethin’? 

First pillar? Is that something I should know about? I feel like I’ve missed on a lot pop culture references lately... Maybe in the future that might change, and I’ll be ready for the attention of Dominants, but yeah, right now, it just feels weird to even think about. Oh, that’s not important... I did something he didn’t like and that was it. It was his right.

It is! Unless if you count home sub a gig, because I did that for a while too... it’s kind of intimidating, being out there working. It’s fun sometimes, but I’m definitely not used to it.

That’s okay. I’m the weird dumb mismarked girl. Thanks! That’s really nice of you. Yeah, it’s pretty great, I mean. I love her so much, and no matter what anyone says, that won’t ever change. That’s all that matters, right?

I’m not the smartest girl in the world, but you don’t sound dumb to me... Well, I don’t really know much about marriage... Everyone I knew always told me it was some kind of liberal evil, but I think love is more powerful than anything, and if you’re happy with her, you should always do what makes sense for you. It’s not like claims always last anyway, whether there’s love involved or not.

Just that I’m figurin’ you out as I go. I think we can all relate to somethin’ like that, though, kind of a fundamental thing livin’ in this world. But, I’m– kinda in the same boat, you know? I don’t have much friends that I talk to everyday. Just you.

I don’t think I’m that difficult to figure out. I’m just... Kit, no crazy plot twists or anything. Hm, I guess. Makes me feel better about it, too... Knowing I’m not alone in this and all that. Oh, if I’m only one you talk to, you really have to go out more. I can’t let your brain freeze or anything.

Oh. I guess that makes sense… hm, I didn’t even think about that. Oh! It’s okay, you don’t have to be sorry. I don’t know if it’s really a “claim” tattoo exactly? Me and Kat aren’t claimed, but we got married. A little different. I still want to get her a collar down the line, but right now, it’s more like… symbolical.

That’s what I’m here for — the weird girl with the weird obsession. Lemme know if you have any more questions about tattoos, I think I might be able to help.Oh, congratulations! That must be very special for you guys. How is it working out for you?

It’s a good thing, keeps me on my toes when tryin’ to hold a conversation with ya. Sorta, yeah. Acquaintances, more like. If you want, I can introduce ya? Some of ‘em are pretty rough ‘round the edges, but most of ‘em are sweet girls. Just tryin’ to survive, you know? 

What exactly is that supposed to mean? Hmm, maybe that would be good, yeah, if you don’t mind. I feel like I need more friends and so far I have, well, pretty much just you. And I can definitely relate to just trying to survive.