He'd accepted the offer to stay with Quattro once things had sorted themselves out and all things considered, it was a welcome change from the time spent in at the Academy. He did remove his shoes before entering the apartment, holding them in one hand so they wouldn't dirty the floors.
"I believe a shower or bath, if that's an option, is in order before I even try to make myself comfortable."
Quattro's apartment was still in perfect order, decorated primarily in reds and golds with warm wood tones.
"The bathroom attached to the guest bedroom has a shower, but you're free to use the bath in the master bathroom if you wish," Quattro offered, slipping out of his boots in the entryway and setting them aside to be cleaned later.
"I'll take the shower then." Getting clean is more his focus at the moment. A bath is something to enjoy later once he's a little more oriented to the situation he's found himself in. Not that he can't make do with just the guest room, at least for the time being.
"We're close enough in size, I have a few things that you can change into to have something clean- and they're already adjusted to fit wings. I'll set them in the guest room for you," Quattro said, as he lead the way into a comfortable seating area and gestufed to a hall off to the left "The door on the left is the guest bedroom, the bathroom is the single door- the double doors are the closet in there, the door on the right is a small storage room and workshop, and there's a linen closet at the end of the hall." Quattro explained. He paused for a moment, but decided against offering the rose shampoo in the master bathroom.
"It should be fully stocked with the basics but please let me know if you need anything."
"I appreciate that." He'll see about getting his own wardrobe soon, but for the moment, borrowing is the simplest option.
"I'll come find you once I'm done, then." And decide next steps, at least. He's not looking to impose for long, although it will help until he's back on his feet and more familiar with the city. Treize disappears into the guest room then.
"I'll be around, I can give you the grand tour afterwards, though it's really not that large of an apartment," Quattro added. It was bigger than the place he'd had on the moon, but he'd never been interested in staying there- it was more simply a place to receive communication with some level of privacy.
He left Treize to his own devices and gathered a spare robe and a few options once he'd stripped out of his shirt and washed his hands and arms. Those he deposited on the bed in the guest room before he went to his own shower. Quattro longed to relax in the bath, but he was hosting a rather important guest.
So it was a quick but thorough shower and a quick change into a loose white silk shirt, tan pants, and a red sleeveless blazer before he went back out to the sitting room the guest hall turned off of.
The shower isn't his first choice either, but it works better for the current situation and once he's dried off, he enters the bedroom, eyes the offered options. The robe is a little too casual even with how much time they've spent together, at least for the moment so he dresses in proper clothing before leaving the bedroom.
"That looks good on you, though obviously not as much as that uniform you were wearing," Quattro said, finding the fit close enough to correct that he didn't feel the need to offer to use his spoon to get something better. "There's a tailoring and clothes mending place nearby that I'm fairly sure is quite literally magic if you want to get it cleaned," Quattro said. He probably would have worn his AEUG uniform at least some of the time if he had arrived in that instead of his pilot suit.
Quattro got up off the couch to show the way around.
"The dining room is through here, and the kitchen is just past it. The living room is that way and it opens onto the balcony- more convenient than stairs once you get the hang of flying," Quattro said, gesturing as he went. His wings weren't nearly large enough for him to fly under their power, but they acted more for steering for the vernier thrusters hidden beneath them when they were folded up.
"My room and office are down that hallway, if you want to use the bath please just let me know before hand." Most of the walls were modestly decorated, but there were a pair of ornate rapiers sitting on a decorative wall mount in the living room.
"Yes, well my uniform needs to be cleaned before any more usage, although I will need more clothing that falls in line with the general style of this place." And more than one uniform if he's honest. While he may not wear it all the time here, it is familiar and comfortable in its own way.
Treize followed him through the appointment, noting the different rooms as they walked past them. "I will do that if it becomes necessary but I don't want to intrude on your personal space either." Even if the idea of a bath is tempting, his first goal should be his own residence.
"You have good taste." His gaze drifts to the swords. "Do you fence?"
"This is certainly the place to pick up new interests," Quattro laughed, sparing a fond glance at the swords. "Or to pursue existing hobbies. I suggest adjusting to your wings and learning how to use them before you take up base jumping without a parachute."
Quattro led the way back through the apartment, though he did pause at the small magnetic board where he kept paper schedules of various local performance halls. Opera and ballet made up the majority of the performances he'd circled as being of interest.
"There are hot springs, both public and more secluded if you simply want to enjoy soaking without being forced to see what kind of soap and shampoo I keep in my bathroom. I'd be happy to show you where they are, or just give you directions."
At the very least, it was something he didn't have company for already.
"It would seem that way, from what you've told me so far."Although he has plans to explore things himself, it does help to have something of an idea of what the areas are like.
"But I do plan to work on using my wings and accommodating for them." His lips twitch slightly. "I'll keep that in mind about the springs although I'd hardly judge your choice of soap or shampoo. Everyone has their own tastes, after all."
"The tailoring is a bit tricky, but it's just like any other muscle to work and gain strength," Quattro said, admiring the larger wings Treize sported, they were much less showy in coloration than his own, but large and graceful rather than small and sharp-edged.
"The springs are extremely relaxing, but for now, is there anything else I can get you? I have a nice collection of wine and stronger drinks, or some food if you're hungry."
"I could show you around Tides, it's more like a modern city than anywhere else around here," Quattro offered, "If you find the accommodations in the guest room not to your liking, feel free to get different sheets or pillows or anything else. You'll need them anyway for your own place."
Quattro stretched and spread his wings as he did so. "Zechs told me a little about his recent history- we've been comparing notes on that, so to speak, from the first powered flight to our respective present times. I'm afraid the history where I'm from makes for very unpleasant reading."
"Most histories do. War is multiversal, it seems. But we could definitely walk around Tides and you can show me your favorite places. As for the room, it's perfectly suitable for the time being." Until he can find his own residence, anyway.
"I'd be happy to show you around," Quattro said, making a detour to grab shoes that haven't been dirtied by survival training.
"You've had mobile suit technology a little longer than I have, but you've also had continuing conflict for much longer. By his time, complete disarmament had been achieved and terraforming had started on Mars. Your Earth seems to be in much better shape, too- Ours was struggling to support a few billion people even before the one year war turned most of three continents into wastelands." Quattro explained, he turned towards the doors that led to the balcony out of habit- He rarely left via the stairs unless he had to carry something or was leaving with someone it would be awkward to carry for the short jump down.
"Ah- I could give you a hand getting down the fast way, or we can take the stairs. Whichever you prefer."
"Let's go with the stairs this time." Before addressing the rest Quattro had mentioned.
"I don't think we're that different, although Earth isn't a wasteland. Most people do live in the colonies though, which may be part of why it's in better shape."
Quattro nodded in acceptance and turned away from the balcony, although he would be lying to himself if he said he didn't enjoy showing off his ability to fly.
"About eighty percent of of the population where I'm from is in space, but we started space colonization more recently as well, so that might be part of it," Quattro agreed. A darker part of him wondered if frequent their more frequent wars kept the population down enough that humanity didn't overburden the Earth.
That would likely improve their lives, yes. Is there any chance your earth would recover and be habitable again one day?" Treize asks as they head down the hallway outside of the apartment.
"Even if it did, it would never support all of humanity- perhaps they could manage that disparity in the future, but we aren't capable of it now," Quattro explained, avoiding the harsher parts of his reality.
He showed Treize the convenient places in the neighborhood and the ones at a couple of his preferred public transportation stops, including a few shops that offered both off the rack clothing and appointments with tailors.
When everything was done and they made their way back to his apartment with some shopping to unpack, Quattro decided to make a second attempt at offering to let Treize enjoy his bath tub.
"If you'd like to have a nice drink and a relaxing bath, the offer is still open, and I'd be happy to offer you a little company, if you'd like. The bath is more than large enough for two, and I'd be happy to give you a hand with your feathers."
"I appreciate the tour." As they're putting their purchases away. The offer though has him quiet for a moment before he nods finally.
"I'd enjoy your company in any form, so if you're offering, I can hardly say no." And at least now, he's clean enough to feel comfortable accepting said offer. "And they probably could use some more attention, I did my best but there are places I probably missed during my own shower."
"It's not an easy task to handle alone. I'll get the bath ready. There's a wine fridge below the island in the kitchen, if you'd like to pick one out. Join me whenever you're ready," Quattro offered, heading for the bedroom to put away a few new accessories and start filling the bath tub.
If Quattro was honest with himself, it was his favorite luxury in the apartment. Everything else was nice, pleasing in it's own way, but he wouldn't miss the rest of it if he went back to life on a warship.
That's an easy enough task, Treize surveying the collection once he locates before picking one that sounds closest to his own favorite and collecting glasses. He does follow Quattro into the master bedroom, after a pause to collect some of his new clothing, laying it on the bed so he can dress once they're done.
Then he enters the bathroom, setting the wine and glasses down within reach.
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Date: 2025-01-06 05:16 am (UTC)"I believe a shower or bath, if that's an option, is in order before I even try to make myself comfortable."
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Date: 2025-01-06 05:30 am (UTC)"The bathroom attached to the guest bedroom has a shower, but you're free to use the bath in the master bathroom if you wish," Quattro offered, slipping out of his boots in the entryway and setting them aside to be cleaned later.
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Date: 2025-01-06 06:16 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2025-01-06 06:28 am (UTC)"It should be fully stocked with the basics but please let me know if you need anything."
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Date: 2025-01-07 03:46 am (UTC)"I'll come find you once I'm done, then." And decide next steps, at least. He's not looking to impose for long, although it will help until he's back on his feet and more familiar with the city. Treize disappears into the guest room then.
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Date: 2025-01-07 07:23 am (UTC)He left Treize to his own devices and gathered a spare robe and a few options once he'd stripped out of his shirt and washed his hands and arms. Those he deposited on the bed in the guest room before he went to his own shower. Quattro longed to relax in the bath, but he was hosting a rather important guest.
So it was a quick but thorough shower and a quick change into a loose white silk shirt, tan pants, and a red sleeveless blazer before he went back out to the sitting room the guest hall turned off of.
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Date: 2025-01-07 07:38 am (UTC)"Thank you again."
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Date: 2025-01-07 07:57 am (UTC)Quattro got up off the couch to show the way around.
"The dining room is through here, and the kitchen is just past it. The living room is that way and it opens onto the balcony- more convenient than stairs once you get the hang of flying," Quattro said, gesturing as he went. His wings weren't nearly large enough for him to fly under their power, but they acted more for steering for the vernier thrusters hidden beneath them when they were folded up.
"My room and office are down that hallway, if you want to use the bath please just let me know before hand." Most of the walls were modestly decorated, but there were a pair of ornate rapiers sitting on a decorative wall mount in the living room.
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Date: 2025-01-14 06:26 am (UTC)Treize followed him through the appointment, noting the different rooms as they walked past them. "I will do that if it becomes necessary but I don't want to intrude on your personal space either." Even if the idea of a bath is tempting, his first goal should be his own residence.
"You have good taste." His gaze drifts to the swords. "Do you fence?"
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Date: 2025-01-14 07:31 am (UTC)"I do, that's how I've become such good friends with Zechs," Char answered, "It's nice to have time for hobbies again."
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Date: 2025-01-18 07:46 am (UTC)"But it should be easy enough to fill my time while I'm here. I may look into requesting a workspace once I'm a little more settled into my space."
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Date: 2025-01-19 06:19 am (UTC)Quattro led the way back through the apartment, though he did pause at the small magnetic board where he kept paper schedules of various local performance halls. Opera and ballet made up the majority of the performances he'd circled as being of interest.
"There are hot springs, both public and more secluded if you simply want to enjoy soaking without being forced to see what kind of soap and shampoo I keep in my bathroom. I'd be happy to show you where they are, or just give you directions."
At the very least, it was something he didn't have company for already.
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Date: 2025-01-22 07:14 am (UTC)"But I do plan to work on using my wings and accommodating for them." His lips twitch slightly. "I'll keep that in mind about the springs although I'd hardly judge your choice of soap or shampoo. Everyone has their own tastes, after all."
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Date: 2025-01-25 06:47 am (UTC)"The springs are extremely relaxing, but for now, is there anything else I can get you? I have a nice collection of wine and stronger drinks, or some food if you're hungry."
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Date: 2025-02-01 06:06 am (UTC)"But I'm sure I'll be hungry later."
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Date: 2025-02-01 07:11 am (UTC)Quattro stretched and spread his wings as he did so. "Zechs told me a little about his recent history- we've been comparing notes on that, so to speak, from the first powered flight to our respective present times. I'm afraid the history where I'm from makes for very unpleasant reading."
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Date: 2025-02-04 05:53 pm (UTC)"What did he tell you about our history?"
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Date: 2025-02-04 09:57 pm (UTC)"You've had mobile suit technology a little longer than I have, but you've also had continuing conflict for much longer. By his time, complete disarmament had been achieved and terraforming had started on Mars. Your Earth seems to be in much better shape, too- Ours was struggling to support a few billion people even before the one year war turned most of three continents into wastelands." Quattro explained, he turned towards the doors that led to the balcony out of habit- He rarely left via the stairs unless he had to carry something or was leaving with someone it would be awkward to carry for the short jump down.
"Ah- I could give you a hand getting down the fast way, or we can take the stairs. Whichever you prefer."
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Date: 2025-02-10 06:05 am (UTC)"I don't think we're that different, although Earth isn't a wasteland. Most people do live in the colonies though, which may be part of why it's in better shape."
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Date: 2025-02-10 06:18 am (UTC)"About eighty percent of of the population where I'm from is in space, but we started space colonization more recently as well, so that might be part of it," Quattro agreed. A darker part of him wondered if frequent their more frequent wars kept the population down enough that humanity didn't overburden the Earth.
"Our goal now is to get everyone into space."
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Date: 2025-02-13 01:45 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2025-02-14 07:19 am (UTC)He showed Treize the convenient places in the neighborhood and the ones at a couple of his preferred public transportation stops, including a few shops that offered both off the rack clothing and appointments with tailors.
When everything was done and they made their way back to his apartment with some shopping to unpack, Quattro decided to make a second attempt at offering to let Treize enjoy his bath tub.
"If you'd like to have a nice drink and a relaxing bath, the offer is still open, and I'd be happy to offer you a little company, if you'd like. The bath is more than large enough for two, and I'd be happy to give you a hand with your feathers."
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Date: 2025-02-14 01:40 pm (UTC)"I'd enjoy your company in any form, so if you're offering, I can hardly say no." And at least now, he's clean enough to feel comfortable accepting said offer. "And they probably could use some more attention, I did my best but there are places I probably missed during my own shower."
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Date: 2025-02-14 04:37 pm (UTC)If Quattro was honest with himself, it was his favorite luxury in the apartment. Everything else was nice, pleasing in it's own way, but he wouldn't miss the rest of it if he went back to life on a warship.
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Date: 2025-02-14 05:37 pm (UTC)Then he enters the bathroom, setting the wine and glasses down within reach.
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