[ She'd sort of hoped they'd known more. Loki's world is full of people who only give vague answers when asked about that particular event, as far as Ikki can see. It's...less than useful.
And listening, now, she doesn't know if she does or doesn't want to hear what went on in a world she doesn't understand. She's reminded of Smoker, talking about "Death Doctor" Trafalgar Law, and Katara introducing her to the same man. There are other examples, other people who have said don't trust this person because of things she'll never understand, and Ikki thinks that people are never, ever going to be easy to spread out and make sense of.
She's not sure what to say, but she does nod. ] ...I'd still like to talk to him.
[ right now, judged solely by their interactions, Ikki feels...confident in that statement.
[Aang wants more details himself, to get a better sense of what he's dealing with. He'll have to try to contact Steve again sometime. But for now... he was putting his faith in Ikki. There's a brief pause before he responds - he isn't smiling, but there's still warmth in his voice.]
I understand, Ikki. And there's nothing wrong with that.
[His heart never fails in being warmed by what this girl says. But that also makes him all the more scared of everything this place could do to her. Of failing her, of letting her down. Even though they had agreed to give her responsibility in the people she associates with, he can't help but feel the urge to cling onto her. She's endured some hardships so far, but she always came out smiling. Which increased his fear of that smile dying.
He glanced at Katara with his smile before looking back to Ikki.]
Thanks. I always have fun with you, too, Ikki. And... even if I'm unsure about things, I'm proud that you made a decision.
That sounds fair enough, Ikki. Taking in everything everyone has to say? It can be hard sometimes [Like at Yu Dao.], but it's... it's the best way to make responsible decisions.
[He goes right into the hug, holding her tightly. Aang will never forget how tiny, how precious she is. As surely as he knows she'll grow up one day. He only pulls his head back slightly and briefly to nod invitingly towards Katara.
They're going through tough decisions, but they still have their family hugs.]
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And listening, now, she doesn't know if she does or doesn't want to hear what went on in a world she doesn't understand. She's reminded of Smoker, talking about "Death Doctor" Trafalgar Law, and Katara introducing her to the same man. There are other examples, other people who have said don't trust this person because of things she'll never understand, and Ikki thinks that people are never, ever going to be easy to spread out and make sense of.
She's not sure what to say, but she does nod. ] ...I'd still like to talk to him.
[ right now, judged solely by their interactions, Ikki feels...confident in that statement.
And if she's wrong? ]
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I understand, Ikki. And there's nothing wrong with that.
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Of course I will, princess. I gotta make sure you have fun.
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He glanced at Katara with his smile before looking back to Ikki.]
Thanks. I always have fun with you, too, Ikki. And... even if I'm unsure about things, I'm proud that you made a decision.
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I'll keep all of what you said and what everyone else says in mind, okay?
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...And then a hug. Just because. ]
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They're going through tough decisions, but they still have their family hugs.]
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She's proud of both of you, you know.]