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[Just a regular corridor, somewhere that doesn't take too much in the way of stairs to get to. And there, a figure making his way unsteadily along it, a hand on the wall as if to stop him falling over. Overall quite large, dressed in clothing that largely seems to hail from the vicinity of Agrabah... with odd yellow-on-black eyes and a prominent Heartless emblem on his outfit.

Looks like Kurt's solved one problem only to be faced with another.]

Ugh... how do they cope?

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[don't mind the Namine there who's in an Organization cloak and. staring]

[It takes a moment for him to realise he has company. Damn, to be seen like this...]

Yes? What is it?

[heading down the hall with a mug of tea, but the familiar presence in a much smaller form gets him to stop and watch, head tilted.]

[As he realises who's curious, he stops, looks over -]

I told you I would find a way.

[sips the tea calmly. that light presence of his probably feels a hell of a lot weaker than it did during their last meeting.]

You did.

[That it does - it's still far from pleasant, but it's not as much 'in his face' as before. Which, right now, seriously helps his internal balance. External... maybe not so much.]

It's ... rather different.

I'd imagine so, considering what your other form looks like. Need a hand with anything?

[not that he's in the best shape to be providing support or anything.]

[While part of him would really appreciate it, his pride's getting in the way. Help? Off someone so light?]

No. I'll - be fine. I just need to adjust.

Of course.

[that doesn't really surprise him, but he hides his smile behind his mug all the same.]

If you can all learn to manage this, I'm sure I can.

[He gestures as he speaks, as if to emphasise - whoops, using that hand to balance, wasn't he? More like flails as he speaks.]

[coughsnicker.]

We learn from a young age, though.

[Well, he seems to have got glaring down...]

Hmph. I suppose that's true.

[would be more intimidated by that glare if he hadn't gone through so much here.]

You sure you don't need a hand?

[only natural... he pauses, thinks, and manages to compromise. His tone of voice is still rather reluctant to say the least.]

If you have any ... suggestions, I'll - hear them.

Suggestions on... what, walking?

On - keeping my balance.

[His voice is somewhat quiet, and his tone grudging.]

[sips his tea.]

Well, let's see. You should try to keep your back straight, your feet pointed forward... take even steps, smaller at first so you can get used to it.

[Yeah, he's pretty much spotted the mistakes Kurt's making. They worked for his normal form, why shouldn't they work for this one? He tries to do just what he's been told, although his first attempt is just resulting in more undignified flailing. Sweet darkness, this is embarrassing. He tries to save face, look calm.]

I - believe I see...

[orite staring isn't a good idea um]

Nothing, I just...haven't seen anyone around who looks like you in the dressing room.

[Is that all? Seems simple enough to him...]

I haven't been here long.

Tell you what, I'll keep a hold of your arm so you're not losing face by holding onto me or anything and we can get you walking properly.

[still pretty amused, yes.]

[He chews over this for a moment.]

I ... suppose. If you wish to do so, I can hardly be blamed for your actions...

Exactly!

[grins, reaching out to grab Kurt's arm.]

[He makes a face, but - well, he'll put up with it. For now.]

Now what?

Here, just- copy what I do, okay?

[starts walking slowly so Kurt can keep up, making sure to keep a good grip on his arm.]

[Careful, careful... He watches, resisting the urge to pull away, and tries his best to match what he's seeing. Shoulders back, ugh, too few of them but he'll cope... one step at a time... this all goes against everything he knows.]

[well suck it up and deal, princess. he's slowly working his way up to a normal walking speed and not letting go of that arm.]

[Grr. Kurt's managing to keep up, catch up, though. This is awkward as hell, but he's ... starting to get it.]

[and he notices that, so he lets go and backs off a bit.]

Try it on your own now.

[Oh, thank the Kingdom... he thinks.]

...Very well.

[It's not perfect, but at least he's not at risk of falling on his face any more, it seems. It'll still be a while before he gets to running anywhere, but - he's okay for now.]

[just stands back and watches.]

Looks like you've got it.

[He nods.]

Of course I have.

[pfft. your ego is showing, Kurt.]

Well then I guess I'll go on my way, since you've got it all down.

[He's still getting the whole 'gratitude to a human' thing down. Though Kai's at least at the top of his 'take this person's heart last' list.]

I'm sure I can work out the rest. Though... you've been very useful. It - means a lot.

[Was that something like a smile there?]

[good to know his heart's safe as long as there are other people around, then.]

I'm glad I could help.

[Kurt pauses a moment before he replies, curious -]

...Why?

[shrugs. there's no real reason.]

I like helping people.

[Humans are weird, he thinks.]

Hm. I see.

[Doesn't really.]

[doesn't think he really sees either, but doesn't care.]

If you say so.

[He just nods at this.]

In any case, good luck getting used to that body and all.

It's appreciated.

[Not that he thinks he needs it, but still.]

See you around.

[waves briefly in goodbye before heading down the hall.]

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