[ic] Interrogation time

[lunadickery]

[In an empty room in one of Camp's many buildings, Yuri Petrov sits at an empty table, a cup of tea and a folder in front of him. There are numerous chairs at the opposite side of the table, positioned so that the ones seated will all be facing him. The chairs all look extremely uncomfortable.]

Thank you for coming here today. As I'm certain you are aware of by now, there are some important matters that I need to speak with you about.

Comments

[lunadickery]

Then that makes his actions even odder.

[if you're not going to call him out on it, he sure isn't going to say it for you]

[verypointed]

Don't you think he would then be able to determine Lunatic's identity through the same means?

[lunadickery]

Only if he ran into Lunatic in his civilian guise.

...Do you think that I am Lunatic, Mr. Brooks?

[verypointed]

I think Hisoka's actions make more sense if you are, yes.

[lunadickery]

It does not surprise me that you have come to this conclusion. You have always been one of the more capable Heroes, if not the most capable. Logically, going by what has happened and who is in Camp, your conclusion that I am Lunatic would be the most plausible explanation for everything.

[verypointed]

[giving you a look, waiting to see if you'll say anything further]

[lunadickery]

[IF WE ARE PLAYING A STARING GAME, I WILL TOTALLY WIN THIS. Ball's in your court, Hero.]

[verypointed]

But..?

[lunadickery]

I cannot stop you from thinking what you think, especially if it makes sense. However, I am not Lunatic.

[It is pretty obvious that this is a lie. Will Barnaby call him out on this? Or will he remain quiet and play along with this farce? Where does your justice lead you, Barnaby Brooks Jr?]

[verypointed]

Just to clarify things, can you reiterate your... theory again?

[lunadickery]

Of course. Which one would you like to hear again? Or do you wish to hear all of them again?

[verydurable]

[has been VERY quiet since kicked, but at this point:]

No, come on! Not again!

[verypointed]

[shooting you a look]

Just why you think Hisoka has been hunting you.

[lunadickery]

I'll keep it brief. The first is that it could be he truly thinks that I am Lunatic—as we have discussed, this is unlikely because he should be able to ascertain that I am not Lunatic after having met me.

The second is that he hopes to lure Lunatic out by creating an injustice, so to speak, by falsely accusing me of being him. This plan would be complicated and unwieldy, and has too many inconsistencies.

The final theory is that he hopes to stir up trouble between us by making it seem that I am Lunatic, thus creating tension while Lunatic still is a threat. The problem with this theory is the question of why Hisoka would be motivated to do this.

[verypointed]

So you mean to say that of your three theories, the latter two being needlessly complicated, the only thing that dismisses your first theory is because he can ascertain that you aren't Lunatic?

But that is the very thing he claims you to be.

[lunadickery]

Thus one of the reasons we are having this meeting.

[verypointed]

Let's just say hypothetically that he is correct, and you are Lunatic.

Would you agree then that his 'hunting' you would be due to an interest to fight someone of his equal?

[lunadickery]

Assuming that were true, it most likely is. I have spoken others who have had confrontations with him in the past, and the general belief is that Hisoka only pays attention to those he considers worth his time to fight.

[verypointed]

[nooods]

So what do you think we can do to help you keep away from Hisoka?

[lunadickery]

Without putting your lives at risk? I'm not sure. Even if death is not permanent, I would rather avoid any injury or death on my behalf. Protecting anyone from him seems to be a difficult task.

[verypointed]

Difficult, but not impossible.

[lunadickery]

If you have plans, I will not stop you. But please keep in mind that your well-being is also of importance.

I must say, however, that if you are planning to protect me while still believing that I am Lunatic, then I feel that you have truly encapsulated the meaning of being a Hero. I don't know if there are many who would be willing to do that.

[verypointed]

[How's that for justice, jerk?]

I think keeping an eye on you is the most vital thing we can do at this time.

[lunadickery]

[It's STUPID, that's what it is, loser Hero]

Of course, and for reasons more than just Hisoka. Until we have some sort of proof about Lunatic's identity, I am the greatest suspect.

[verypointed]

[... shut up, I hope Hisoka kills you a couple more times. He merely nods]