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[ Sigyn cannot believe she's doing this. Well, actually, she can. She has Gakupo right there with her for support (well actually, maybe it's to keep Sigyn from cause a row). But here it goes, she punches in the numbers, and words, and waits.

Maybe the Commander hasn't set up her inbox...

Ding.

Damn. ]

Good morrow...Commander. This is Sigyn Freyasdotter. If you are possibly available...I would like to take time to formally apologize...in person.

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[You should be so lucky, Sigyn.]

I am available in my office. You may come by at your convenience.

~Commander Zabala

[ thisisforgakupothisisforgakupo ]

Yes Ma'am.

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[ About ten minutes later there will be a knocking at the door...closed or open. She's not playing with a full deck of cards. ]

Edited 2012-09-13 00:45 (UTC)

[So far, so good. Gakupo accompanies Sigyn, dressed in his usual attire. He pats her shoulder in support before waiting for a response from the Commander.]

Enter.

[The Commander sets aside some paperwork, then folds her hands on her desk expectantly.]

[ it is only because of Gakupo that she moves forward. She wraps a hand about his hand and tries to smile kindly. She has to let go of Gakupo's hand in order to curtsey, though she is not wearing any skirt (shorts are preferable). ]

Greetings.

[He squeezes the hand before Sigyn makes her...curtesy. Okay...

Meanwhile, Gakupo gives a well practiced salute to the Commander.]

Thank you for making time for us, Commander Zabala.

[ Sigyn rises from her curtsey

then make a beeline to stand behind Gakupo, arms wrapped around his waist.

She peers at the Commander through the opening of Gakupo's arm. ]

Thank you very much.

[The Commander valiantly attempts to parse just what exactly is going on here, although she'd be lying if she claimed she had any understanding whatsoever.]

It's no trouble. The paperwork can wait a short time.

[He tries his best to not turn beet red, but anyone can tell that he's pretty hued right now. Gakupo lowers his arm and scratches the back of his neck.]

We won't take up much of your time, then. There are a couple of things we'd like to discuss. [He looks down to Sigyn expectantly.]

[ Sigyn let's Gakupo go and steps out in front of Gakupo. ] I would like to apologize for asking of you to leap from a cliff's edge.

Your apology is accepted. Thank you.

[Just that? She remembers there being just a few things more. Then again, this whole sudden change of behavior is extraordinarily odd.]

May I ask what brought on the change of heart?

[DID SHE REALLY TELL THE COMMANDER TO JUMP OFF A CLIFF?! This is what went through his mind. Gakupo looks very astonished, because...because!

Shifting his eyes between them, Gakupo really thought there would be more to the conversation, but visibly relieved that there isn't.]

We'd like to propose an idea for Garden, and Sigyn has a lot of expertise in the area. You see, we were thinking of how beneficial it would be for Garden to grow its own fruits and vegetables to at least offset a bit the cost of food.

[ Sigyn outstretches an arm to Gakupo. ]

Viola.

[ She turns her head to Gakupo, arching a brow, then turns her head, looking back to the Commander. ] Back home, the Vanir fortress relied upon gardening to supply the bulk of the food supply. Then we would store the rest away for sake of emergency rations.

Matters like that are outside the command structure, so fall to the Headmaster to ultimately adjudicate.

[Still, if it had been important enough to apologize to suggest... the Commander folds her arms on the desk, leaning forward.]

Tell me more. I can provide my own recommendation to him.

From my knowledge, there is already a portion of the Home Economics class dedicated to gardening, but it only lasts for a few weeks at most. I'm sure doing so for a longer period of time would be beneficial. There could even be a committee formed for this endeavor.

[Gakupo turns his attention to Sigyn, giving a knowing smile.]

I'm sure Sigyn wouldn't have much difficulty leading that, right~?

[ Sigyn beams. ]

I'm keeping him. [ She thumbs over her shoulder at Gakupo, then whirs around on her tiptoes, leaning up and kissing Gakupo's cheek. ] So sweet. [ She then whirs about back to the Commander. ]

The Vanir store frozen fish, dried meats, and canned produce for the winter seasons, when crop failure is common. We have hardly had to take handouts from Asgardia, and though we are a small fortress, we always have leftovers, and haven't had to pay a debt to the Golden Gates in eons!

Edited 2012-09-14 16:44 (UTC)

Just as forewarning, my position does not provide any power to perform marriages.

[No, she isn't serious. She just sounds as if she is; the Commander is nothing if not deadpan.]

Where would you propose to set up these permanent gardens? The biggest difficulty with your proposal on first glance is a lack of space.

Careful, Ma'm. Gakupo may just turn into a tomato with comments like that.

[ She chuckles. ]

Lucky for you, I am talented with plants.

[ Sigyn makes another curtsey. ]

There is ample space anywhere. I can make any space you give me into the ideal, fertile soil needed for the project. It is just a matter of charms and incantations and a few particular ingredients needed. [ a thought, then she bounces and grins like a Cheshire cat. ]

I can even supply the atmosphere! And if must be, I would be happy to transform my quarters into a trial test for the project.

...are you two plotting against me...? [This is most awkward. And he is totally not red. Nope.]

What do you meany by supply the atmosphere?

Always.

[ She claps her hands together. ]

I can create a type of biosphere with rain and sun and clouds if it so pleases anyone.

From a military standpoint, I foresee two problems with this plan. The first is that no matter where we place the gardens, we will be using up space that is currently in-use for the training or functioning of SeeDs. The second is that for the gardens to grow on an effective scale, a significant amount of time and effort from the Garden population as a whole will be required, taking away from missions, training, and overall performance. How will you address these problems?

I was not going to involve the other students and the officers. I plan to create and self- managing garden at the top of the school. All that anyone must do is pick the fruits of labor and then replant the seeds. The crops planted would be enchanted to handle any weather and terrain. Just as done with the gardens of the Vanir

Oh? Why would you not involve them? I'd think this would be a good opportunity to teach cadets and SeeDs the importance of ecological issues, or at least make them invest more in where they reside and study.

As the Commander said; the cadets and SeeDs are much too busy with classes, training and missions. Those with magic training may be of use, but that depends upon their schedule.

They don't necessarily need to be heavily involved, but I understand. [He forgets how busy cadet life can be.]

I'm concerned about appearances, but setting that aside I think I can add my recommendation to this plan. That is, of course, no guarantee. [She spreads her hands slightly, the most she intends to hint at the rather vast gulf between her and the Headmaster.]

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