For you? Pretty much! [ No one ever gets a single houseplant in her experience. They turn into a gaggle of pets to take care of, but Emily in particular? She loves taking care of others. She'll take on more responsibilities and more. As much as she can handle, Aerith imagines. ]
Let me guess... the peace lily, right?
[ It droops when thirsty: A communicative pop of color is exactly what Emily wants. ]
That one, yes, but at the same time, the pothos plant seems a lovely addition to any space.
[the mottling on the leaves is charming, and she finds herself torn - both seem simple enough to care for, if it's a matter of watering when dry and ensuring they have at least some light.]
[ Tough choice. With a hum, she looks ceiling-ward to the pothos in question. ]
Yeah. They grow and grow, so they really can add a lot to your life... Not to mention, they don't need a lot of sunlight or watering, so you can place them almost anywhere you like, and not worry too much. They're really hardy. [ Looking back at Emily, she already knows the answer. ] So, both? Why not?
[ Aerith has no doubt in her mind that Emily is capable of taking care of two, really. Especially with that reaction. ]
A pothos can go without water and sunlight for a while, so they're pretty forgiving, and a peace lily tells you when it's soil is dry, so... yeah, why not?
[ All that wonder on Emily's face is cute. ] Besides! I think you've juggled way more than a watering schedule, and... [ Aerith runs her fingers along the soft, waxy leaves of the peace lily. ] I think they'd be really happy to go home with you, Emily.
When you put it just like that, how could I refuse them?
[they'd be happy to have a home, certainly, and like this one could carry the metaphor. they'll have company, it feels like, and where she might have been a little embarrassed to personify a plant of all things, Aerith did it first, so she doesn't need to be shy.]
Here I was thinking you'd tell me some names and send me on my way, but actually getting to meet them...
[ Surprise falls over her like a tidal wave, and Aerith's expression slips, melting into easy to read surprise. Part of it, she thinks, is the relief she feels whenever someone wants to stay around her. It's quickly replaced by a smile again, this one more heartfelt than the last. She nods. ]
Sure! Whaddya wanna know?
[ A short tour is in order, then. Either she's helped at this shop before, or spent some time here, because Aerith knows it like the back of her hand. Her palm slides along a glass counter, and inside are decorative pots. Atop it are succulents of all sizes, and even a cactus. ]
[the returning question comes easy, inspired by that smile and Aerith's own comfort here. how often does she get to show off her own knowledge and expertise? perhaps not enough.]
[ Well, if Emily's really leaving it up to her, then... ]
The flowers... have something to say to us. Whether it's about ourselves or themselves, it's just as important. So, always makes sure to listen to them... and talk to them.
[ Takes two to hold a conversation. ]
Sorry. Anyway, you should remember that pothos grow a lot, so you'll need to repot it eventually. Are you planning to get any pets?
No, I couldn't devote the time necessary to one. Plants are about the extent of what I trust myself to handle.
[a pet needs love, attention, care that she could give, but she doesn't want to neglect any aspect. to get too involved in her work and leave them behind. better that she only visit with a living creature who needs more than light, water, and a little conversation.]
But really, Aerith...there's nothing to apologize for.
[ Her tone is far to chipper for such a statement. But she makes no attempt to respond to Emily's reassurance: She wouldn't understand if Aerith explained it. She knows it— or maybe she's just adjusting, still, and falling back on what's comfortable and easy for her. ]
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Let me guess... the peace lily, right?
[ It droops when thirsty: A communicative pop of color is exactly what Emily wants. ]
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[the mottling on the leaves is charming, and she finds herself torn - both seem simple enough to care for, if it's a matter of watering when dry and ensuring they have at least some light.]
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Yeah. They grow and grow, so they really can add a lot to your life... Not to mention, they don't need a lot of sunlight or watering, so you can place them almost anywhere you like, and not worry too much. They're really hardy. [ Looking back at Emily, she already knows the answer. ] So, both? Why not?
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Both? Is that really the responsible choice to make?
[don't you have to start with one, and then slowly expand?]
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A pothos can go without water and sunlight for a while, so they're pretty forgiving, and a peace lily tells you when it's soil is dry, so... yeah, why not?
[ All that wonder on Emily's face is cute. ] Besides! I think you've juggled way more than a watering schedule, and... [ Aerith runs her fingers along the soft, waxy leaves of the peace lily. ] I think they'd be really happy to go home with you, Emily.
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[they'd be happy to have a home, certainly, and like this one could carry the metaphor. they'll have company, it feels like, and where she might have been a little embarrassed to personify a plant of all things, Aerith did it first, so she doesn't need to be shy.]
Here I was thinking you'd tell me some names and send me on my way, but actually getting to meet them...
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[ The way she talks, they might as well be living to her. (Of course, they are.) ]
You want me to call the owner, or do you want to look around more?
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[it's calming here, even in the depths of the city, and she's not in a haste to depart from that.]
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Sure! Whaddya wanna know?
[ A short tour is in order, then. Either she's helped at this shop before, or spent some time here, because Aerith knows it like the back of her hand. Her palm slides along a glass counter, and inside are decorative pots. Atop it are succulents of all sizes, and even a cactus. ]
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[the returning question comes easy, inspired by that smile and Aerith's own comfort here. how often does she get to show off her own knowledge and expertise? perhaps not enough.]
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[ Well, if Emily's really leaving it up to her, then... ]
The flowers... have something to say to us. Whether it's about ourselves or themselves, it's just as important. So, always makes sure to listen to them... and talk to them.
[ Takes two to hold a conversation. ]
Sorry. Anyway, you should remember that pothos grow a lot, so you'll need to repot it eventually. Are you planning to get any pets?
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[a pet needs love, attention, care that she could give, but she doesn't want to neglect any aspect. to get too involved in her work and leave them behind. better that she only visit with a living creature who needs more than light, water, and a little conversation.]
But really, Aerith...there's nothing to apologize for.
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[ Her tone is far to chipper for such a statement. But she makes no attempt to respond to Emily's reassurance: She wouldn't understand if Aerith explained it. She knows it— or maybe she's just adjusting, still, and falling back on what's comfortable and easy for her. ]