[SEMI-OPEN] took a power trip

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WHO? Achilles, Ryuji, Siegfried, Chiron, Bucky, and perhaps others (there's an open prompt!)
WHAT? National Convention mission and the aftermath
WHEN? 1792 Paris
ANYTHING ELSE?

[OPEN] got me open all night

[ Guess who discovered that he can make a decent living playing music in the higher-class areas of Paris?

This is how he's going to get by: getting picked up by lonely, rich housewives whose husbands who have fled Paris on "business" and getting free reign of their estate while he's allowed to stay for a day or two.

Anyway, come sit around and listen to this fuckboy play the lyre. ]

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[ Yes, he'd be so kind, especially because he's disgusted by Siegfried's passive display.

So the one holding onto Siegfried? Is going to be kicked with inhuman strength, sending him flying down the street and most definitely breaking a bone or two. The poor man will end up crumpled on the cobblestone, shrieking in agony as his associates are left confused and disoriented.

At that, Achilles lets out a sharp, jovial laugh.

Because the thugs are just standing there petrified, he takes the opportunity to punch one through a nearby, wooden wall. ]

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[That certainly gets his attention. Siegfried snaps his head just in time to notice the familiar sight of green hair and a laugh that's a jolt back to the Grail War. Seeing his supposed assailant go flying out into the street, and another punched into the wall only makes him regret things took a turn. He hadn't want to hurt them or resort to violence.

A split second later, chaos becomes the alleyway. The thugs brandish their swords and one immediately takes after Siegfried, the hero grabbing his arm before the blade can come even close. Seconds later and he's shoved into the opposite wall, hard enough to knock him out, but not hard enough to hurt him more than necessary. A brute charges him right after, and he gets met with dirt as the Servant moves and trips him over his own feet. The thug bounces like a ball and rolls before coming to a stop and staying still.

That gives Siegfried a moment to confirm that it's exactly who he thinks it is.]

Rider. [Spoken while the last few of the group give hesitant looks to each other as to whether to keep fighting or to run. You'd never tell he was both irritated and also somewhat thankful to see a familiar face. Siegfried is like that.]

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[ Did he really need a moment to confirm with hair like this?

Once the men have scattered and fled, Achilles lets out another breath of laughter, sliding his bangs back and tips his chin. He's appraising Siegfried with judging, humoured eyes. ]

What were you doing letting those thugs push you around for, Saber?

Don't tell me that's your idea of fun.

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[Better to confirm than to look like an even bigger fool than he already does, honestly.

The look Achilles gives him once they're alone is a sharp reminder of their last battle- You should go out with a bang! He remembers it vividly. Siegfried snorts.]

It wasn't. [Spoken flatly. He's regretting being thankful Achilles is here already.] I was trying to avoid causing trouble.

[Spoken with the tone of "because we're supposed to be undercover." Not like Achilles cares, but points for trying?]

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[ WOW, SIEGFRIED.... Achilles can't even be surprised. From the first impression he gathered about him, he's incredibly passive. It's a strange quality of a heroic spirit's, but that makes him different. Consider yourself a person of interest, now. ]

Can't go avoiding trouble if it comes to you, now. [ A bit of a laugh. ] So COST has brought you here, too, huh?

Saber of Black.

I guess that makes us temporary allies.

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[DEAL WITH IT. He's always been like this, from the first time he became a knight up until his own death. Kindness and passiveness are who he is- until he decides not to be.

He snorts at Achilles' first comment, but says nothing. Yes, he's aware of how trouble will always find him. It's his luck, thanks to the Rheingold. Siegfried crosses his arms at the second part, however, and his head tilts. Eyes narrowed slightly, he watches the other as he mentions them being allies.]

I didn't think COST would ask for your assistance, Rider of Red. [Wait, was that an insult? Or is he being honest? It's hard to tell.] If that's the case, then I suppose so. I'd hope you know what the word "ally" means.

[Okay, that was a jab at him.]

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[ Wtf was that, nerd? ]

You should consider yourself lucky to have been my enemy and then have the chance to know what it's like to be my friend.

[ POINTING HIS SPEAR AT HIM... WITH HIS STUPID WINKING LEFT EYE. ]

I suggest you don't take that for granted. [ Or I'll kick your fucking ass. ]

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[YOU HEARD HIM, ACHILLES.]

I don't remember considering anything.

[But he doesn't flinch from Achilles' spear, nor does he draw Balmung. It would be pointless here, and he has no interest in fighting Rider.

The threat, obviously, goes unanswered. Siegfried simply stares at him with an annoyed look.]

I don't want to fight you, Rider. [So cut it out.] That's not the point here.