It's been about a month since we played the “What If?” game, so I figured it was about time for another round.So, authors and characters, I ask you:
What if you were stranded on a remote island and could only bring three objects with you? What would they be, and why?
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My flute, a basket of food, and a blanket. I could live quite happily with just those things for some time.
My flute, a boat, and a sword. I would sail off and go kill people. Especially Abigail, if she happened to be on my island.
My bow, arrows, and my wife.
Wow, Aidan, do you really consider Marenya an object?
If that's the case, then I would have to have my husband, my son, and my daughter with me. Poor Buddy would have to be left behind.
Of course, if people don't count as objects, then I would like to have my old quilt, my camera, and a multipurpose tool with me. Still, I would definitely miss my paints...
No, I don't consider her an object! Sheesh. But I never go anywhere without her, and I couldn't really think of a third thing.
My painting supplies so I could do paintings of where I'd rather be. An umbrella for shade and a barrel of some nutritious drink.
Would a cell phone work out there?
Oh, Aidan, I was kidding, of course! No need to be so sensitive.
Actually, I found it rather sweet. I'm not fond of going anywhere without my loved ones either.
Now, Joel, on the other hand, is not so sweet. Poor Abigail. What could she have done to illicit such murderous intent?!
I don't know. But we could probably help, Abigail, if you need it.
I would take a book, my rifle, and a box of bullets.
I'm sure my wife would be along on her own.
Kaelin, what on earth do you plan on shooting way out there? I don't expect there'd be any edible birds or mice by the look of the picture.
Oh, no, Candy, there are indeed birds and rodents on this particular island. At least that's what my author claims.
Unfortunately, this is just an image of the ocean - not the shore itself.
My brother never goes anywhere without his rifle. So that's why. I mean, he'd rather shoot bullets at the sea than eat, I bet, huh, Kae?
Hey! I was kidding. Just kidd-- OW.
You get in my way, and I'll kill you to. I just killed my father, so I am serious.
Frankly, Joel, you seem like a rather unpleasant person - and I mean it with all sincerity when I say that I hope you never come to one of our gatherings at CIC.
We already have enough killers in our midst, though most of them seem infinitely less angry and vicious than you... Shoot, even Kaelin is capable of compassion.
It's all right, Olivia. We'll make sure he doesn't hurt anyone.
Kaelin's capable of a lot more than compassion, Olivia.
(blush)
I would bring sunblock, water purification tablets, and a tent.
Of course, my husband would be with me. He's made it clear that I can't go anywhere alone now.
And knowing Aidan, he'd probably show up with Marenya on their yacht to rescue us. Which means Jason and Marc would be there, too. And probably Raynor and Saxen. And Lucy and Pax.
It's kind of hard to escape The Legacy.
And dude, then we could have a party!
Alone. All alone. On an island...
What was the question again?
Hey!
You don't mean without me do you?
Hehe, Marenya. I know what you mean. Why do you think my husband and I live on the less populated end of our island? *wink*
Oh, and thanks, Kaelin - I always feel safe around you. No wonder Ginger loves you so much...
Besides, I just TOLD you you could put everyone else on the other boats and you don't want them to go because you want to go SHOPPING.
Oops. Sorry, Aidan. Guess I misunderstood Marenya's meaning.
Hmph.
I believe I quite like the island better than the stuck lift.
Hmm. Things.
Knife.
Swimsuit.
...
Boat?
I'm with you, Saxen. Islands - even remote ones - are way better than a stuck elevator. At least there's no possibility of claustrophobia out there.
Course, there's less possibility of rescue, too.
Olivia, you didn't misunderstand me. *sigh*
Aidan, as much as I love him, is a bit...pervasive.
All of this started because I went away to be alone. He doesn't understand that some people rejuvenate in solitude.
But that's because the poor boy is never alone because of his ken. I help drown out the constant noise of his Sight. He needs me.
And I need him, too. Just not every second of every day. I would like to have, say, three seconds alone each morning. That would be a refreshing break.
(snort)
Oh, Aidan! Don't look at me like that. I was just joking. Truly.
The fact is you usually end up unconscious for one reason or another, for more than three seconds...
Aidan...
(rolling on the floor laughing)
You don't need a swimsuit, Saxen.
Joel, stay off our island. I'm serious.
You did say you like it when I'm bratty, love.
Hi Candy,
I thought of a cell phone too but figured it wouldn't work.I can't find mine anyway.
Kaelin, have you seen my phone?
Aidan threw your phone in the ocean, Ginger.
Oh? Were you coming along on this little jaunt? Even so, I doubt the others have quite the same appreciation for my unclad body that you do.
He did WHAT???
Aidan, get over here. I'm talking to YOU, Mister.
(grabs him)
WHY did you throw my PHONE overboard??? Explain. Now.
Can I change mine?
My bow, arrows, and a barrel of whiskey.
I'll get you a new one. It's just a phone.
(fuming) EXPLAIN, please.
Hey, Ginger, why don't we go shopping right now? You need things for your honeymoon. And I know the best place to get lunch.
(sing song voice)
And I have Aidan's credit card!
Why don't we all go, Ladies? You too, Saxen.
(heavy sigh) I was sick of talking to Corbin.
Besides it wasn't secure. Anybody could triangulate our location with it.
Corbin? Who the heck is Corbin?
(drags Ginger away) See you later, boys.
Joy. Shopping. Now you get to share the fun, Kaelin.
Don't you look at me like that, Marenya. The last time you went shopping you ended up abducted. You're NOT going alone.
We're not going alone. We have Saxen. And Lucy. And Candy and Abigail and Olivia and Devi and Nutmeg and...everyone!
Have your swim.
Actually, the quiet is rather refreshing. Tap that barrel, Aidan. I think we all could do with a break from the ladies.
See? Peaceful.
I won't argue with that.
This is grandfather's stuff, isn't it? It's good.
I'm so hungry, could we have lunch first?
Normally, I don't like shopping much, but an all-girl outing sounds wonderful! Sorry, Indy. You stay put with the boys.
Hey, Nutmeg! I need basically everything. So this could take a while.
(grins)
Whiskey, Indy? Wer going to swim soon and then later, we might take a nap. Busy, busy, but someone has to do it.
Sounds good, Aidan. I'm definitely in.
Not that I need a break from Meg, but it seems like I have no choice.
I apologize for Joel. He needs to undergo repentance, but that is looking more and more unlikely with every word I write
What is this 'repentance' you speak of? You mean go back to being a spineless worm?
See what I mean. Rassilion, I hope no Silvertongues read him out of his world.
(rolls his eyes) You don't have to be mean to be tough, Joel. Sheesh.
Why don't you come have a drink with us?
What shall we have for lunch? What are you all in the mood for? I could eat anything.
I know a place that has fabulous shrimp fettucini alfredo.
Although I don't always succeed, I try hard to avoid meat, so can we find a place that serves salads, too? Yum!
(hooks her arm through Nutmeg's) Oh, they have lovely salads there. I don't eat meat either, just fish.
And maybe we can have a couple of bottles of wine, too! Shopping is so much more fun after drinks, don't you think?
Hey, Aidan's so rich he can buy us all new clothes!
Wow, new clothes?!
*thinks for a minute*
Uh, I could go for that. Thanks, Marenya! I mean... Thanks, Aidan!
Um. Yeah. Sure.
Knock yourself out.
I was just joking, Aidan. But I've got lots of things from my last shopping trip, Nutmeg. More than I could ever wear. You can see if anything fits you.
(low) Wow, I really thought he'd blow a gasket. Hm. He must be mellowing in his old age.
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