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THIRD ORDER ♛ ANONYMOUS TEXT
[Logan has been the King of Albion for twelve years. His reign is at an end, however - his sister staged a coup and will take the throne as soon as he returns to Albion. Logan isn't upset with her - if anything, he's relieved that he no longer has to deal with everything. He's relieved that he doesn't have to face down the threat of incoming darkness - a threat he's known about for four years and hasn't been able to stop. He's confident that his sister can handle the throne, but it isn't a position he ever would have wanted to put her in. He does care about her in his own stunted way, after all.
It's been nearly eleven years since Logan's mother, the previous Queen, died. She was the one who united Albion under a monarchy and ruled for fifty years of peace and prosperity. Yes, there were issues - any country with 6.5 million people is bound to have them - but she handled them all as best she could and will most likely go down in history as a benevolent, wonderful monarch. She would be disappointed in him; Logan's positive of that much. He started his rule as a monarch dedicated to his people, but circumstances drove him to become a tyrant.
He's spent the day being far more subdued than usual, keeping to himself and occasionally examining the 'Gear, but it takes hours for Logan to finally get up the courage to actually post to the network, even anonymously. He's adapted to this world far better than he ever thought he would, and now that he has adapted, he's finding that he rather likes Johto. He doesn't have the same responsibilities and expectations placed on him. He's free. It's not something he ever would have thought he wanted back home, but it's something he's finding that he's desperately needed this entire time.]
How do you deal with failure? How do you deal with not living up to the expectations set for you?
I believe there are some monarchs or rulers here. How do you deal with the people of your nation despising you for what you've done, even if what you've done was for their own good?
[...He's kind of the most obvious anon. Just let him pretend, alright.]
It's been nearly eleven years since Logan's mother, the previous Queen, died. She was the one who united Albion under a monarchy and ruled for fifty years of peace and prosperity. Yes, there were issues - any country with 6.5 million people is bound to have them - but she handled them all as best she could and will most likely go down in history as a benevolent, wonderful monarch. She would be disappointed in him; Logan's positive of that much. He started his rule as a monarch dedicated to his people, but circumstances drove him to become a tyrant.
He's spent the day being far more subdued than usual, keeping to himself and occasionally examining the 'Gear, but it takes hours for Logan to finally get up the courage to actually post to the network, even anonymously. He's adapted to this world far better than he ever thought he would, and now that he has adapted, he's finding that he rather likes Johto. He doesn't have the same responsibilities and expectations placed on him. He's free. It's not something he ever would have thought he wanted back home, but it's something he's finding that he's desperately needed this entire time.]
How do you deal with failure? How do you deal with not living up to the expectations set for you?
I believe there are some monarchs or rulers here. How do you deal with the people of your nation despising you for what you've done, even if what you've done was for their own good?
[...He's kind of the most obvious anon. Just let him pretend, alright.]
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[He pauses for a moment at Page's question, finally nodding. There's no reason to go into detail about Faraday, so he simply leaves that part out.]
Yes, that is correct. Reaver could easily raise money even though his methods are dreadful. He... has been helpful in his own way.
[He also understands at least somewhat - he visited Aurora as well and faced the Children, at least. But it's not Logan's place to tell Page that.]
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It's nice to know you acknowledge the way Reaver runs Bowerstone Industrial is terrible, though it's not like you have room to talk.
[[Sighing, Page curls her arms tighter around her legs and rests her chin against her knees. This will take some time to get used to.]]
I still don't agree with how you went about it, but...I can imagine that was a difficult situation to be in. But don't underestimate your sister. I believe in her, and you should to.
She has greatness within her.
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[Logan's voice is softer there; he's torn between wanting to see her thrive in battle and wanting to keep her safe. Look how well the latter turned out. But she shouldn't have to face the Crawler - he should have been able to handle it on his own. Theresa had entrusted him with the information he needed to create a plan to defend Albion against the attack. His sister will only have a year to prepare and she'll have to forgive him, but Logan isn't optimistic about it.]
She is her mother's daughter, after all.
[That's a bit louder and despite the words, Logan doesn't sound bitter at all. His sister really does take after their mother.]
I've been told that when we return home we won't remember anything that has happened here. It's unfortunate; I feel that I've learned a lot about how I could have handled things. I don't know what I will do when I return home, but while I am here in Johto, you have my word I will not repeat any of my past mistakes.
[...Not that he's in a position of power to begin with, but it's the thought that counts?]
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you're starting to sound genuinely endearing, what with all that talk about your family
clearly this place is doing something to her head!]]
Well, I still think it's fortunate that no-one is clamoring to make you King of Johto, but it's nice to know you're trying.
[[...that
may have been said with a hint of a smile, Logan
you're just....you're kind of endearing, alright. It's weird.]]
....for what it's worth, if you're truly, legitimately determined to atone....I believe you could. You just need to be given the opportunity.
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I wouldn't accept such a position anyway.
[Because only care about Albion. But that smile is actually a good look for you, Page! You should try it more often! Her next words catch him off guard and Logan immediately flusters, running a hand through his hair and glancing away.]
I... Thank you. It's... good to know you believe that.
[...j-just. Have the most awkward kind-of-smile in the world, okay.]
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....shush]]
That's implying I'd allow it, anyway.
[[But that was more teasing rather than malicious and wow okay
she thought she might have been able to get things back on track but then you had to do that....stupid smile
oh no
you're.....you're cute.....]]
I do believe it. It won't be easy and it will take time, but there are plenty of things that can be done, if you use your imagination. So use your time in Johto to think about it, even if people say we won't remember our time here. They could be wrong, after all.
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...just ignore the moe and move on, okay.]
Thank you very much, Page. I won't disappoint you.
[Smiling is so awkward omg, but he's trying! No seriously, this is actually the most hopeful he's felt about his prospects back in Albion for quite some time. Thanks, he really needed it.]
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what is happening to her]]