Video; un: ilikehorses

[shoplifter]

[The feed opens to Laura looking a little uncomfortable in her own skin — you'd think she was in trouble again or something, forced to give another on-screen admission. But nope! Trouble was totally a few days ago. She's been an angel as of late (or as close to one as a stabby mutant can be). Instead, Linda motions for her to go ahead and start her video broadcast. What for, you ask? She steels herself.]

Prijata is coming up; it is a celebration to give people things. I am not very good at it.

But we had wood-carving for the end of the year art project, so I — made some... wooden dolls for people. [She pauses, looking up again at Linda. She motions for her to continue on.] I am not very good at it yet, so the painting is not perfect. Even so, I have... made... many good friends. Friends I didn't think I would make. So... Quiero agradecer a mis amigos. I want to thank my friends.

[This is clearly something she's not used to saying. At all. And her cheeks are slightly flustered by the time she stops and she's plucking at her tattered shirt sleeve — a new visual compared to the usually cool and collected child who never seems to care enough to be embarrassed. It's just, you know. It's different when it's something you've made for someone else. And it is their faces, a face she had studied in that way of hers over the last few weeks as she worked on the project. Her bed is covered in crafting materials, a sign she'd rushed to get them done in time.

She shows them in detail, don't worry about being left in suspense. Indeed, they're all carved carefully from wooden bits, with little items and clothing pieces glued together.

The kid sits in this earnest hope that she did well enough to not be teased. It's a normal thing to do, right? Something a person does, not a science project.

She hopes it's obvious who is who:]



I can bring them to you, wherever you are... if you want yours. If you do not, I can keep them on my dresser.

[Honestly, knowing how many she made is an eye-opener for her; she didn't realize she cared about so many people here.]

.... Feliz Prijata.

[... Even if it's a bit early.]

Comments

[ video | un: jkent ]

[supersweet]

Wow Laura!

[ Jon is in AWE ]

They look just like action figures! That's amazing!

[ video ]

[shoplifter]

... They wobble a little, so they're not very good for fight scenes. [She's a little more at ease, talking to a kid like Jon. He's always so genuine, after all; it's easy to feel like his response is law.] But I tried to make sure they looked colorful.

[winscenario]

[ This is seriously adorable. Jim can hardly keep the fondness from showing on his face. Not that he seems to try particularly hard. ]

Those look wonderful, Laura. Of course I want mine. Plus, I have a gift for you too, so maybe we can meet and do an exchange?

[shoplifter]

You do?

[She can't help but be surprised. She's gotten a few gifts here and there, but it's not particularly something she's used to. Not with all things considered.]

Sí, sí, I can meet. Should I - wrap it?

[Laura, that's not what wrapping is for, when you've already shown the gift...]

[buildsomething]

Well, that's an excellent likeness. Of course I need it.

[He might be just a little touched.]

[shoplifter]

[Admittedly, she's more than relieved to hear people want them. Part of her expected them to criticize the lack of skill, or tell her that this isn't something someone like her should do - she knows that's just the old days talking, but they talk... very loudly.]

I had to repaint your beard a few times. It was a 'process'.

[The corner of her lip turns up, just slightly.]

video

[spellslots]

You're stepping on the official line of Taako merch here but I guess I can let it slide.

[he loves it.]

video

[shoplifter]

[Her eyes widen slightly, because what, there's merch for you?

... That's pretty cool; she'll have to investigate this further, covertly.]

Is the hat okay?

[That's the important question atm.]

video; @star.lord

[nostalgiabomb]

That is so cool.

[ shit yes this is awesome he has an action figure.

... kind of. ]

You really made all those by yourself?

video;

[shoplifter]

Sí, es la primera—

[Wait, no, she can't say she made them herself, not entirely. So she stops, a little red-cheeked, and admits:]

... Linda helped a little. With the faces.

They didn't teach us how to paint with tiny brushes, before.

[You know, in Transigen, king of the child abuse centers.]

video; @cphantom

[sweetlies]

[Oh.

Oh, Laura. He's touched. He's actually touched. It even takes him a moment to find his voice and turn on his own video.]

They're amazing, Laura. I would love to have mine.

video;

[shoplifter]

[Amazing? She's not so sure they're amazing, but...

If people like them, then it's a success, right? It's a relief in a situation she's never faced before.]

I'm glad. I can bring him to you, if you want.

video; @finn

[bythehand]

[ Move over entire CR chart, it's the new nicest thing anyone has ever done for Finn, ever. That's about where he's at right now.

With the absolute and utmost seriousness: ]

I want mine. Definitely.

video;

[shoplifter]

[FRIENDSHIP ENDED WITH REY AND POE, LAURA MY NEW BEST FRIEND.

Where were we? Ah, yes, being self-conscious of her work.]

I am glad. I tried to make your jacket look as — cool.

@lightemup

[umbrastaff]

Aww, looks like you're pretty dang good at it!

[shoplifter]

I needed a little help, to make sure they were perfect.





And also, Linda made sure I did not get angry and break any of them when I messed up.

audio un:pnwsalex

[11calls]

Wow. Those are really good!

audio

[shoplifter]

Thank you. I had a little help when I became frustrated.

But I liked making them. Everyone here is - very unique.

video; @gamora

[godslay]

[ Congratulations, Laura, Gamora is actually smiling. ]

These are impressive, Laura.

[ SUCH HIGH PRAISE!!!!! ]

I would like mine very much, if you're willing to part with it.

video;

[shoplifter]

Gracias... I will bring yours to you, if you would like.

[But now Peter has ruined his own life in the above thread, so-]

I have a question. Which is more accurate? This—

[She taps the mini Peter and mini Gamora together, a little peck of a smooch.]

Or like this.

[She kicks Peter's doll in the head with Gamora's little wooden doll foot.]

[text | un: flamel]

[alchemyfreak]

They're great, you should be really proud of them.

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[shoplifter]

I think I am.

[Everyone seems to like them, anyway; she appreciates the response.]

Do you like yours? I made a metal arm with some beads.

video: @scavenger.rey

[talentedscavenger]

[Laura has done a wonderful job and Rey is truly touched.]

That's incredible. I don't think I've ever seen myself so...tiny before.

You're very talented, Laura.

Video

[shoplifter]

[Every compliment she gets, a mutant angel gets its wings. Also, she turns a shade pinker, but anyway. She seems a little more subdued, a little less confident, but also relieved.]

... I'm glad that you like it.

I wanted to thank you for being — nice to me.

video @L.Mills

[thestoriesarereal]

[Lucy is just in AWE]

Laura!! These look AMAZING! How long did it take you to make them?

[Oh man, this..how is she going to top THIS?]

video

[shoplifter]

A few weeks... I had to stop a few times, so I did not get 'frustrated'.

[Spoken as if she's quoting someone — that someone would be Linda, of course.]

But I'm glad I was able to finish them in time for the festival.

FRICK THIS IS ADORABLE also video

[volitaunt]

[ Oh. Oh no. Goodbye, Poe's heart, this tiny doll is taking its place. ]

I love it.

[ And he's making plans to get her something 'horse' related for Prijata now. ]

I want mine, definitely. I'll put it on the shuttle's cockpit console.

video

[shoplifter]

If you'd like to put him there... That'd be nice.

[Y'all are making her so camera shy suddenly, damn you.]

It's for letting me eat all the things in your refrigerator.

video | un: blink.

[viatorius]

( For a minute she feels such a strong wave of affection that she almost turns her phone off in a panic. She's not used to it, and she'd usually hide from it. But she's trying. She also wants to sign adoption papers right this second. )

You're so talented! ( Because she looks shy about it and she shouldn't be. They're awesome. ) These are the coolest things I've ever seen and of course I'm gonna want mine. I have something for you too. You wanna meet up later? I have a super craving for french fries and I'm gonna order a mountain of them, so I'll need your help to eat them.

video

[shoplifter]

[She's so self-conscious — everyone's being so nice and supportive all at once.

Who knew such a thing was possible, right?]

... Thank you. And I would like that, if you want.

[French fries are the real MVP of this post; Tony Stark's trying to get her to cut potatoes into them, and now she's being invited to eat them (and the plate). It's a nice day for carbs. The promise of a gift is admittedly a bonus...!]

There is a place by the toy store that makes very good fries.

[dancingmd]

[This is the sweetest thing and Beverly is touched that there's one for her, despite their difficulties.]

Laura, these are wonderful.

[shoplifter]

... Gracias.

[She's glad that Beverly likes them, because this is about as good as she usually gets at apologizing for things. Sure, the guilt had been quelled a bit during their last meeting, but it didn't mean she'd forgotten what happened. Beverly certainly deserved a doll for putting up with that nightmare of a day.]

Your red hair was fun to make.