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A... Hesitant acquaintance for Raines, running into Antonio was much more of an accident than a conscious choice. The two of them sort of just- ended up at the same place, and recognizing the bird's voice, Clover inquired further about who he was. Recognizing the potential conflict of their careers, the doctor decided to keep things rather- surface level. The two mostly meet up to torment each other with tea and coffee respectively, which she thinks is harmless enough. For now.
Finding Abel through his expertise in book-binding, Cami was surprised to find that he actually quite reminded her of... Herself. When she was younger, at least. In some way, there's familiarity there. She decided she would do her best to befriend the canine, and ended up being rather successful! A sort of back and forth of "let me help you with that" exchanges slowly developed into a nice little friendship. Nowadays, Cami often swings by to have a meal with Abel to make sure he's doing alright- and of course, she makes a few deliveries for him, too.
Chica is one of Cami's best friends in recent years, honestly. Meeting the other delivery driver one day when they were in the same neighbourhood, she knew immediately that she had to try and follow up with him. And she's happy she did, with Chica now being one of her go-to people for many things. To chat, to have lunch with, to goof around, to help her figure what on Xuxia is wrong with her vehicle- he's comfortable for her. And when things get tough, he reminds her that just because it's hard now- doesn't mean it always will be. She cherishes that, and hopes that her constant bombarding of bread and pastries shows him how much she cares.
A friend from childhood, Rita is someone Cami feels she can truly relax around. She gives Cami a sense of security, and always comes at things with solid logic that makes them seem a lot less scary. It's something that's been a constant through their relationship, with Cami often finding herself inspired to just take a leap of faith instead of thinking about every aspect of something- especially more recently. Always trying new things because of Patle, Cami is constantly grateful to have her in her life. She hopes that she provides something for Rita, too, doing her best to make sure that all the help she gives never goes unnoticed. Whether that's swinging by on break to bring her something to eat, showing her some comfy spot that Xuxia allowed her into, or trying to help her problem-solve should something arise, Cami tries her best to let Rita know that she's there for her in the same way. Though she often feels, ironically enough, that she can't quite keep up with Rita in that regard. Still, she hopes that her appreciation and care comes through in those little actions.
Now a certified yapping buddy of Hiroto's, Jo was sort of an- accidental friendship on his part. He'd found her radio station during a random scroll through, and after a quick listen decided he REALLY vibed with what she was playing. Her station became his go-to on long drives to nowhere, eventually leading him to call in and say as much. Almost instantly he knew he'd made a good choice, as he vibed with the host just as much as the music. They meet up on Alph'ea from time to time for boba and lunch, and so they can yap away about music and sound for hours on end. Honestly, it's nice to have someone else who *gets it.*
Both working in a field with animals, Murai appreciates the visits they get to make to Vall's animal shelter. Not only because they get to ensure all the sweeties are healthy and happy, but because they can chat with somebody about the intricacies of it all. The resident tegual is a bonus too, and they spoil it every chance they get. They may or may not have a soft spot for 'em...
Knowing Mizuchi since she was young, Clover has great affection for the now lethal hitwoman. Knowing a much different side to the koi fish, she remembers when the young(er) Alphean was once shy towards the doctor. Nowadays, the two of them mostly just stick to making sure the head of the Aoki estate doesn't overwork himself. As much as they can, at least. Though Clover enjoys simply playing music with or for Mizuchi as well- sometimes showing her new (or old) recipes that she thinks she may enjoy.
First a fan of the Nonathlon athlete, Nessie just about squealed when the now coach swam into her bar. It was hard to contain her excitement seeing someone that she'd watched on the big screens as a small seahorse, even more so when the two of them hit it off with a bang. Being sporty herself, her and Brian got along seamlessly with plenty to talk about, even after he'd gone home for the night. Nothing could compare to the thrill she had meeting one of her own idols, even years after the big win. Being able to call Salty a buddy of hers is a dream come true, even more so being able to get tips and tricks from him at the gym to improve her own physique and swimming skills.
Running into the actor- somewhere, Hiroto didn't even realize Conan was THE Conan Price until much, MUCH later in their friendship. To be fair, Conan didn't recognize him as the drummer of Death Peak for a good while, either. Maybe it was the missing face paint...? Regardless, the two still spend time together when their schedules allow, and Hiro is always doing his best to crack jokes and get a genuine smile from the movie star. He likes to think he's pretty good at it, too, as most of the time him and the feline end up laughing together over something that was said. Their hangouts are something that often puts a spring back in Hiro's step.
Someone from his past. Renata was a fellow dealer of poisons and pain. Despite how much he may have tried to pay her no mind, she did slowly worm her way through his many layers. Even now that he is on the run, Dani'yal still tries to slip her some notes and intel on new poisons or tips within the trade, unaware that Renata is no longer a part of it.
Though she knew him long ago, Renata still thinks of Dani'yal from time to time. Seeing that his notes still make their way to her, somehow, gives her hope that one day he might turn up again. Perhaps in a better frame of mind, and with a better outlook on life. Should he come to her for help, she'd still oblige. There's something about the old mentor from her younger years that she just can't quite let go of, despite having left everything else behind.
Mira stumbled upon Mew'kith'ii at a crossroads in her life. Not being as sure-footed as she once was in her choices, hearing his songs brought some comfort in an otherwise turbulent time. Though not the only reason, Mew'kith'ii's outlook on life was a great influence for her to change her own perspective. After finally finding her own peace, she approached the musician to befriend him. Whenever they're in the same area, she makes sure to stop by his performances to catch up and give him some gifts, usually in the form of dried herbs and pressed flowers.
A new friend that finally came up to Mew'kith'ii after one of his performances. He had seen the turmoil in their heart when they had first started showing up at his performances years ago, and he's glad to see that they found the answers to the questions they sought through his music. Mew'kith'ii finds them quite charming and is endeared by the way they went out of their way to communicate effectively with him, even if the perfumes that waft around them often make Mew'kith'ii sneeze.
A patron that the seahorse doesn't see all too often. But when she does, she's always amused by how.... Chill, he is. Not a lot of people that come around Nessie's establishment are the calm, go with the flow type, so it's quite interesting to see him around. His presence also seems to keep the vibe of the place dampened by a notch or two, which she can't deny is a much needed break sometimes. She likes Egan, she hopes he keeps swimming by.
Being a newer friend of Nessie's thanks to a chance meeting at the spa, Milli is someone that Nessie LOVES to talk trends with. Whether it's makeup, fashion, or food, it seems the two can always find something new to talk about. Gossip, of course, is always on the table too, though it's mostly about out-of-reach celebrities and things she's overheard in her club. She likes to spend downtime with the dentist, they may talk about the drama, but Nessie likes that they don't involve themselves in it.
Nessie's had plenty of bouncers come and go from the Locker, but Gio has to be one of her favourites as of late. He does his job well, of course, but more than that- he's a joy to be around. She adores that despite taking the job seriously, he still knows how to have a good time. She wants to see him achieve his dreams more than anything, and has offered her support countless times to help make that happen. Nessie's proud of how far he's come in the time she's known him.
Gio feels like landing a job with Nessie is a dream come true. He looks up to her as an idol and sibling. He is always thankful for her support and is happy he can just be himself around her! Getting a workout by kicking people out is just a plus to the job.
Off planet friends are nothing new to Clover, with Ernesto being one of the first. Starting off as a professional inquiry, their relationship developed to be much more close and casual over time. Dr. Raines has learned many useful things from Ernesto, and though their own specialization is a bit more- out there, they hope he's learned a thing or two from them as well. They love when Dr. Decante calls, usually because they know it entails an incoming rant. It's fun to just- talk, sometimes. He reminds them that it's important to take breaks, even if inadvertently.
As one of Ernesto's closest friends in the professional field, the older Alphean values Clover both for their medical knowledge and as a companion.
Their chats always manage to make Ernesto's Day better.
He just whiches they would take time for themselves more often, not wanting a trusted friend to burn out.
They know each other in passing, though not much more. A brush here and there that didn't end on the best of terms, that's all. Murai hopes that maybe they can try again sometime.
Berry has untold appreciation for Mint, or "Chip" as she often calls them. Helping her to get her footing again after the incident, and sticking by her even when things got really, really hard. They're the whole reason that the Sweet Shoppe was even possible. Nowadays, when people mention that it seems like they're slacking off, Berry just shrugs and smiles. In her eyes, they've more than earned the right to take it easy.
Even when she'd been missing for months, Mint never gave up on her sister. They knew she was out there, somewhere- something told her to keep looking. And thanks to the investigations by "Monarch", she was found. It was a rocky road they had to traverse to get Berry back to her former self, but one they would walk again if they had to. Nowadays though, they enjoy pestering Berry to no end, and taking naps in the backroom of the Shoppe.
Mostly awestruck by Faraxe, Nessie does her best not to intrude on their work... Whatever that may be. She's only seen them occasionally, but would like to understand what they do a bit better. Their seemingly quiet nature reminds Nessie to take pause every now and then, sometimes things need a more calm approach than her usual tactics.
The lass that swims around the current king. Charming, polite and most importantly: respectful. It is nice to see some taste around the palace. Faraxe is a bit fond of old timed conventions of respecting your elders.
Faust first ran into Mari outside of the Hearth, at a speakeasy. Knowing her reputation made them wary, but they approached her all the same. To this day they insist it's the best decision they've ever made, as they've become closer to Mari than they are even to the other Operators, and find her company to come with some of the only genuine conversation they can have. She's the one that Faust first told about their doubts about the Hearth, and she's the one they continue to confide in seeing as she shares the sentiment. The bird hopes that one day, they'll both be able to high-tail it outta there and never look back... But Mari seems determined to stick around and get to the bottom of things instead.
A surprisingly friendly face planted in one of the most dangerous parts of the city, Mari certainly did not have being approached by an Operator on her checklist. She almost wishes she did, because Faust has been an excellent source of information since that night... And more. Mari feels safe with the raven, maybe because they run security for one of the most elusive and yet well-known crime rings, but it's more likely because of the sincere welcome and comradery they've been greeted with from them. Whatever the reason, she's nothing but grateful for it. It's nice to have someone by her side while she finds out the truth.
They both met in complicated circunstancies, but she sure is glad they were helping her going through it. Despite being so different, Dani enjoyed a lot Clover's company, realizing her conection with Hiroto, bonding over the old relic the fluffy alphean had and in general, soothing the whole experience for Dani by a lot. They sure dont mind sharing their mechanic knowledge to her, not the first time someone asks them and surely a good excuse for Dani to start rambling about her interest.
Clover was surprised upon meeting the mechanic. Though they'd heard of them before through Hiroto, the picture they'd painted in their mind was of a far more energetic and rowdy individual. Perhaps the circumstances under which they met dulled that slightly, but regardless, they find Dani to be a lovely person to speak with. They may even be able to learn something about prosthetics from her. After all, they're always seeking knowledge that could help them and their family.