[ they reach the very top, and the wheel stops for a minute so that they can take in the view. thorns looks down to the ground, then back at elysium. ]
Don't make it sound like we're about to be old men. We've got another two decades in us, at least.
[ will they still be doing things like this in two decades? it's hard to imagine. he glances over to thorns. ]
If there's one thing we can afford in our youth, it's getting stranded in the middle of nowhere after being mugged. And how else are we going to stand hardwood floor?
What if we end up in a place with bedbugs and they go after you? Or there's no hot water so you have to shower in cold? Worse yet, no running water at all so you're left with a small bucket?
[ there was no running away from home in this universe, so. thorns is correct. ]
he knows for certain that's not how it works but as it feels better psychologically to think of it that way, he convinces himself it is the truth. thank you, thorns. backpacking is a mindset. ]
Yeah… what if it goes so bad we never want to travel again? We have to start small. Ease ourselves into it and get the know-how before we jump into the proverbial fire.
[ it is so easy for plans to start materializing in the air as they speak. the craziest thing is that thorns could potentially see this happening, if they continue along their current trajectory.
then again, driving somewhere a few hours away together where they will see other people they know is very different than going to a different continent. ]
[ until there's a booking reference in his inbox, elysium's just having fun with it as a thought experiment. his hopes aren't that high for it actually happening, but it is nice to think about. ]
A lot. Most of the stuff can be kept in the hotel, but if we're going around somewhere we barely know, then I'll have to bring a change of clothes in the event something happens to what you're currently wearing. Sunscreen, disinfectant, stain remover, tissues, bandaids… can't forget the foldable umbrella, either.
Yeah. And we're already including all the essentials like water, my wallet, and keys, too. And some granola in case you get hungry and there isn't anything we can grab food at nearby.
No matter how hard you try to prevent it, these things are bound to get at least a bit creased in transit. No putting either of them on until I've ironed everything out.
[ back to their regularly scheduled nagging. ]
What? Not everyone needs 15 hours of sleep to function like you do. I'll just drink more coffee.
[ no, he probably just has the same insane schedule i do… bursts into tears
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but elysium snickers thinking about the decaf from the morning. heh. ]
[ LAUGHS YET AGAIN!!!!!! unfortunately for thorns, it is too late to shove him off the peak of the ferris wheel.
but as with all jokes, it isn't funny if you're the only one in on it. he grins with a mischievous lilt. ]
… The coffee you drank this morning had no caffeine in it. [ quickly taps thorns' forehead with his fist, then— ] Don't be an obstruction to other people trying to get on.
[ —he just books it. they are ending up at the same place (his car) but he is booking it anyway. exercise time!! ]
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Backpacking.
[ the answer is instant. ]
That's something I haven't done solo or with anyone else yet. You?
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[ they reach the very top, and the wheel stops for a minute so that they can take in the view. thorns looks down to the ground, then back at elysium. ]
Seeing other countries.
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You'd let yourself take enough time off for that?
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[ saving up the money is another thing entirely, but if he has time to prepare it may be doable. ]
Don't they say you should travel while you're young?
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[ will they still be doing things like this in two decades? it's hard to imagine. he glances over to thorns. ]
If there's one thing we can afford in our youth, it's getting stranded in the middle of nowhere after being mugged. And how else are we going to stand hardwood floor?
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Could you handle a hostel?
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he starts mumbling under his breath. ]
What if we end up in a place with bedbugs and they go after you? Or there's no hot water so you have to shower in cold? Worse yet, no running water at all so you're left with a small bucket?
[ there was no running away from home in this universe, so. thorns is correct. ]
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well, this is about what he expected. you can't do your full routine when other people are waiting for you to get out of the singular restroom. ]
Hotel...
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[ very quickly realising his view of it has been extremely romanticised. he shakes.
this fell apart so quickly ]
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[ okay.
this is like when people go camping except absolutely no part of it resembles camping except there are woods around. ]
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he knows for certain that's not how it works but as it feels better psychologically to think of it that way, he convinces himself it is the truth. thank you, thorns. backpacking is a mindset. ]
Yeah… what if it goes so bad we never want to travel again? We have to start small. Ease ourselves into it and get the know-how before we jump into the proverbial fire.
No check-ins.
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One check-in… and our backpacks.
[ when did this become a joint vacation ]
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then again, driving somewhere a few hours away together where they will see other people they know is very different than going to a different continent. ]
How much can you fit into a backpack?
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A lot. Most of the stuff can be kept in the hotel, but if we're going around somewhere we barely know, then I'll have to bring a change of clothes in the event something happens to what you're currently wearing. Sunscreen, disinfectant, stain remover, tissues, bandaids… can't forget the foldable umbrella, either.
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elysium is definitely not meant for backpacking here. thorns actually chuckles. ]
Uh huh. This really is a large bag.
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[ he taps his chin. ]
This is why I'm taller.
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[ stop mentioning the height!!!
the wheel turns, bringing them closer to the ground. ]
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[ he kicks thorns' foot. ]
… That went by fast. We should probably go and get ready after this.
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[ thorns will just put his suit on without ironing it if he can have his way here. ]
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elysium bores a hole straight through thorns' soul. ]
Uh huh. 'Cause I gotta help you get ready first.
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[ the level of trust here is so low. ]
Maybe you should have napped.
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[ back to their regularly scheduled nagging. ]
What? Not everyone needs 15 hours of sleep to function like you do. I'll just drink more coffee.
[ no, he probably just has the same insane schedule i do… bursts into tears
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but elysium snickers thinking about the decaf from the morning. heh. ]
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[ he doesn't think what elysium just said is that funny??
don't be annoying. ]
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[ stifles another laugh into his hand. it is probably obvious there's so much more to this. ]
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Why are you laughing.
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[ LAUGHS YET AGAIN!!!!!! unfortunately for thorns, it is too late to shove him off the peak of the ferris wheel.
but as with all jokes, it isn't funny if you're the only one in on it. he grins with a mischievous lilt. ]
… The coffee you drank this morning had no caffeine in it. [ quickly taps thorns' forehead with his fist, then— ] Don't be an obstruction to other people trying to get on.
[ —he just books it. they are ending up at the same place (his car) but he is booking it anyway. exercise time!! ]
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