tvk | third adversity

Is this thing on? [It's Nate, sitting in his room from the looks of it. There's a crash in the background and he grimaces, looking over to the source. A roll of the eyes and he offers a wave.]

Hey, I'm sorry if anyone on this floor's noticed an increase in the...

The hell is this? Are you kidding me?

[Another crash. A breath in and then out as Nate tries to overlook it. He admits the next part with an exhausted sigh.] --Noise level, recently. I have a little... company.

So, anyone need help with anything? I've been free as of late-- the jobs I took on finished and the amount of free time is.. more than I think I need. [He flashes a smile then glances off-screen. At that moment his eyes widen and he grimaces, ducking. Just in time to dodge something being chucked at his head apparently; a vase, a shoe? Whatever it is, it shatters as it lands and Nate comes back into view.]

Goddamn junk! And you actually live here?

For christ's-- really, Eddy?!

[He's getting up now, just walking off-screen.]

^{[ooc| The second voice is Eddy, aka indonebro]}

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Well enough. At the moment I'm a bit concerned for the safety of my student's skull.

Eh, don't sweat it! I've dealt with Eddy before-- I'll be fine. [He smiles.]

Are you free right now? I'd be up for leaving him in this room and meeting you somewhere for some more language lessons.

I have plenty of time, particularly to swoop in and rescue you from danger. The library again?

My hero. [A joke, he laughs lightly.]

You got it. I'll be over there soon!

I'll see you.

Definitely.

[And here Nate will be in front of the library, hands in his pockets. He looks a little tussled by avoiding random pieces of furniture will do that.]

[Sanaki is prompt, dressed regally as always.]

You look like you've seen better days. Come inside, sit.

[Always. He gives a whistle at that, teasing her.]

I probably have, but you look as proper as always. Lead the way.

[Sanaki selects a table in the far corner of the library where they won't be disturbed, and sets down a number of papers with the two alphabets set side by side.]

Alright, so I found a few more books with Latin in them. It's good practice to try and translate as you read, so I've picked up. [Taking a seat, he looks over to her.]

Do you want them?

I would enjoy them if you're offering. [She sits down across from him, resting her hands on the table.]

[A nod as he reaches into his back pocket, pulling out a piece of paper and pencil.]

Alright, great! I'll bring them over the next time we meet-- I didn't grab them as I was leaving. Was too busy avoiding a pot.

So what's today's lesson, teacher?

We're going to start with the alphabet. You and I should be able to use this as a simple cipher if the need should arise, before we get into vocabulary.

Sounds good to me. [A nod.]

Basics first, right?

Master the basics first. Otherwise you'll find yourself less sure than you started out.

Sounds about right from what I've learned. [A pause as he smiled, nodding.]

So from the beginning, right? [He moves to look over at a piece of paper.]

[Exactly.

Sanaki begins to point out the letters and their equivalents in English, having him practice writing them.]

[He's following along, doing his best to keep up while holding his enthusiasm. He asks the occasional questions about the script, but for the most part he seems to be quite into this.]

You're picking up on this quickly.

You think so?

[That gets him a little sheepish; he smiles.]I've got a soft spot for learning these sort of things, don't tell anyone.

I swear total secrecy.

[She chuckles.]

Good to know I can count on you. [He smiles back, finishing his writing.]

So how's this script look? Neater than my last try, I hope.

Indeed, you're improving rapidly. Though you still need to work on your capitals - the loop is important.

[Lifting a hand, he scratches at the back of his neck in a sheepish manner.]

Ahh, the loop. Got it.

The other letters you're having trouble with distinguishing...

[She writes another word on the page.]

Read this word.

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