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[Xanxus is currently keeled over near the elevator on Deck 02, overcome by pain. He was so fucking close to getting to the infirmary, but it seems he is unable to go on any further. The wounds he received from Ridley are taking a toll on him again, and the exhaustion caused by using his flames is still lingering.

He had defiantly refused to accept help from someone earlier, and even now, in this condition, it's likely that Xanxus will still insist that he can make it on his own. Foolish male pride and all that shit. Anyone who is willing to put up with his incredible stubbornness, though, is welcome to drag his ass over to the infirmary.]

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[kick-the-butt.livejournal.com]

[Don't mind her, she's just floating along after leaving Robin to his fun time in the race-track... But what is this! An injured man, stumbling down the hall!

This won't do. Star propels herself nearer the downed man, dropping to her knees next to him.]

Sir? Are you in need of any assistance? Do you need a doctor or a medical room visit? Are you ill?

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[Xanxus lets out a groan before looking up at the woman and just... giving her a blank stare. As much as he would love to answer her questions, he doesn't speak any English. And he hates how he's seemingly the only person on this boat who can't.]

[kick-the-butt.livejournal.com]

[Oh oh, she could totally fix this! Except... She can't, because the man isn't answering. Her hands fret about in front of her slightly.]

You... don't speak my language, I suppose? Or perhaps you are deaf! Um...

[She taps her mouth, then her ear and.. shrugs? Will he get what she means? Probably not.]

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[Yeahhh... He isn't really sure what she's getting at. So, Xanxus is just going to be blunt and say, in Italian:]

...I don't speak English.

[She may not know what the hell he just said, but it should answer her question, at least.]

[kick-the-butt.livejournal.com]

[Oh. Another language barrier! Well she can fix this. With almost a visible lightbulb going off above the girl's head, she leans in, and steals a kiss.

It only lasts a few seconds, but it's effective. When she pulls back again and speaks; surprise surprise, it's in Italian.]

Do you need any help? The medical room or perhaps getting back to your own room?

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[Holy shit... was that a kiss? If Xanxus wasn't so exhausted right now, he probably would have completely flipped out about that, although it's still rather obvious that he wasn't too pleased about it.

The Italian speech is a pleasant surprise, though. He struggles to get back on his feet.]

I don't need help.

[His tone is rather grumpy, aaaand he's trying to make his way over to the infirmary again. But not doing a very good job.]

[kick-the-butt.livejournal.com]

[Psh, nothing she hasn't done before. Don't you dare make a crack at that.

She rises as he does, feet leaving the ground to keep her level with his head. She's tall, but he's still taller than her.]

Are you sure? You look injured. I can help you get to where you are going no problem! It is my job.

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I'm su--

[His legs decide to fail him again, and before he knows it, he's back on the ground.

...Y'know what? Fuck this.]

...Medical room. Now.

[kick-the-butt.livejournal.com]

[Do not fear, Xanxus! Starfire still has some of her strength left over, so when the man does fall, she's actually catching him. Or at least keeping him from hitting the floor.

...Great. It's a good thing she glanced at the map before venturing out, isn't it? Cause she would totally know where the medical room was, then. Not.]

Um. Do you ... know where it is? [Oops.]

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[...

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Uhh...]

...All I know is that it's somewhere on this deck.

[kick-the-butt.livejournal.com]

[Awesome pair they make, don't they.]

Oh. Well I shall find it then!

[And she will, too; Trying every door until they do find the room. And she's practically holding him up with one arm too. Floating. Off the ground. Let's hope he's too distracted by the pain to notice, eh?]

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[So awesome that they make all other awesome pairs look... less awesome.

And yes, he does notice, but. The one who gave him these injuries was a talking dragon. So he's not going to say anything.

Once they're finally in the room, he'll just.... wait for her to put him down or something. Because really, what else can he do? Other than thanking her, but that's just preposterous.]

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[Well she does put him down, eventually. Like maybe on a seat or next to a bed or something, before touching down and taking a step back.]

Should... I go look for a doctor? I do not know anyone who is a Doctor, but I am sure I could find one!

Or I could bandage you? I have been taught basic medical...?

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[And he'll make himself comfy in that seat now.]

I don't care.

[kick-the-butt.livejournal.com]

[Huff.]

... You are hurt, so... I will bandage what needs it, and find a doctor for you.

What is your name? [Floating around the room, lookin' for bandage wrappings...]

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Xanxus.

[kick-the-butt.livejournal.com]

It is nice to meet you, Xanxus. I am Starfire.

Um... What language is this that we are speaking? I am unfamiliar with it...

[A-hah. Found some. Back she goes, unwrapping a fair length to tear into usable pieces.]

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...Italian. How the fuck are you speaking it if you don't even know what it's called?

[Yeah, he still hasn't realized it was because of the kiss thing.]

[kick-the-butt.livejournal.com]

That is a curse word; I would like it if you could refrain from using it in front of me.

Italian? Oh! I have heard of it, but I am not familiar with it. As for how I am speaking it; all Tamaraneans are able to speak any language through physical touch. A kiss is what I normally use because it is the easiest.

You speak with your mouth. I connected with it, and learned you're language.

[Still unwravelling... and leaning in to bandage up whatever needs it most. Not that it's a great job; sloppy. But it'll do what it's meant for.]

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[Now he gets what the random kiss was for.]

...Hn.

And by the way, I'll say whatever the hell I want.