Phew. He dodged a bullet there. 'Cept now he's gonna have to name his swordbat...

".. No. I don't think I will." He'd once again state, even with the barrel of death pushing into his chest.

Now it was time he did what he did best. Changed the subject.

"How aboooout... instead, we try and figure out a name for my swordbat? That sounds like fun, right? Riiight?"

"Wha-!? No way! Nuh-uh. Not happening." He'd insist. He may have a soft spot for Jinx, but his pride wouldn't ever let him do something like that.

On the other hand, though.. he did think about timewinding for infinite headsets.

No, no. That's an abuse of your genius, Ekko. He'd hold off on that.

"You know, they say imitation is the kindest form of flattery." He'd sheepishly smile.

"But.. Yeah. I'm done."

("Note to future self: Mimicry is not our strong suit.

Additional note: Jinx can teleport. I'm not sure how yet, but I'm /abooout/ ninety-five percent confident she can. But we're not going to test that theory willingly.") He'd shiver.

A slow, frightened then to face her. He had no idea anyone was even watching. And worst of all, she was the last person he wanted to see that.

"Oh. Uh..."

Cue the throat clear.

"Heeeey, Jinx. I, uh.. I see you brought Fishbones! Hey there, Fishbones!" He'd wave slowly.

Sweat drop.

"You know, Swordbat. I really appreciate you."

"I really appreciate you too, Ekko!" He'd act out with his clock hand weapon.

Then, a momentary pause to let it sink in.

"... Nah. The talking weapon thing just ain't my style."

Shrug. Can't say he didn't try.

"Been quiet up here since... you know. Haven't seen a single Firelight at the grove. Here's to hopin'..."

Throws his hands up in defeat. He can't win here. Better to just let her have it and leave this one alone.

Okay.. that one is actually sort of fun. But we're not naming any other guns. Especially not any guns that you shot at me. Deal?

Stop naming the guns— better yet, stop talking to the guns.

.. It's freaky.

"Yo? Earth to Zaun! I hope you got your little beauty nap because it's time to wake up. You forget you're supposed to be helping me with my new project? I've been waiting all morning."

"I think you /might/ need a mirror, Vi.."

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