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Feb 10, 2019 16:57:09 GMT -5
Post by Elisabeth on Feb 10, 2019 16:57:09 GMT -5
Elisabeth hadn't ever been in a council or involved in any statements. Actually, this was her first. She didn't know what she was doing- and what she had thought vital may not have been. She probably wasn't too helpful to Nikita or his guard. She just told them what she had witnessed from the cage. She had lip-read and offered her own mother would have done. Sending her to a place to help her sign and lip-read was helpful and beneficial to her life. It wouldn't be a good thing if you didn't have the ability to communicate.
Elisabeth peered over to Nikita, unsure of whether or not she would accept any 'affection' or a hug..She didn't see her as anything but an animal just like the rest of them. She spun to Zephram and started to sign rapidly that wasn't very readable.
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Feb 10, 2019 17:13:37 GMT -5
Post by zephram on Feb 10, 2019 17:13:37 GMT -5
Zephram had been observant until he noted that Elisabeth's fast signing that wasn't really readable.
He licked his lips to moisten them as she looked a little worried? About possibly her testimony.
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Feb 10, 2019 19:53:04 GMT -5
Post by Kratos on Feb 10, 2019 19:53:04 GMT -5
Kratos was struggling to remain awake on his table as Elisabeth told her part of the event, even his eyes were flicking up and down as the deaf human continued. His palm curled under his chin then rested his elbow on the surface. For a moment he yawned, he honestly was exhausted from the long day.
After the girl had finished, and Nikita rose a hand to gain his attention. He bounced his tired gaze over at the irritated Queen. "Yes, you may, your highness." His head bobbed, then peered at each of his council. "You don't have to remain quiet, you're part of my council, and judgments to the other." He stated to them.
"It appears what this human is explaining, is that you two security patrols threatened the Queen and her children first, as you acted towards a human with collar. Are you serious? Humans from the wild go through that cage to ensure no viruses or sicknesses." He huffed, rubbing his tense forehead. "You two need to have further training."
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Feb 10, 2019 20:16:34 GMT -5
Post by Maximus on Feb 10, 2019 20:16:34 GMT -5
Maximus seemed deep in thought and noticed that the human was looking worried. About what, he didn't really know. Was she starting to doubt herself? Or was she worried it wasn't enough. He drummed his fingers on his desk, thinking of how to get her attention since she was deaf. Maximus looked towards zaius. He has never witnessed a human testify.
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Feb 10, 2019 22:05:18 GMT -5
Post by zephram on Feb 10, 2019 22:05:18 GMT -5
Zephram wasn't worried but he signed to her to reassure everything was really fine and what she just said might have been a good thing. Well, he hoped that it was a good thing. He was mildly surprised that Kratos would actually understand what Elisabeth was saying, and getting at. She was siding and most animals hardly ever sided with the Overlords.
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Feb 11, 2019 0:21:57 GMT -5
Post by zaius on Feb 11, 2019 0:21:57 GMT -5
Dr. Zaius ignored the remark of the Queen, clearly, he had different views from the humans compared to this ruler. However, he didn't care and would not shift his perspectives. Zaius would not growl back at the Queen on it, as it was very foolish. He simply bobbed his head. "My apologies, your Highness." His head dipped once, then looked over at Elisabeth. How he loathed her presence. He listened to Elisabeth and decided to answer for her. "Depending on the outcome of this trail, creature." His palm slowly pointed to Nikita. "If she chooses to keep you, then no. If she doesn't, then yes." He bluntly answered, bringing his paw back. Then his eyes carried over to the two imbeciles as guards. "Tell me, you two, are you really new? And what made you react so foolishly to a leader of another country? Are you trying to provoke war?"
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Feb 11, 2019 0:42:00 GMT -5
Post by Elisabeth on Feb 11, 2019 0:42:00 GMT -5
Elisabeth turned in time to see Zaius speak to her about being sold and blurted out, "Why?" She clearly didn't understand his logic. "Why sell me?" Her voice came out a little low and uncertain. She was helpful but yet, even worried because she most certainly didn't want to be put into the clear cage and then be sold to some ape who would probably be like Zaius who seemed to loath her.
She began to do a quick examination of herself as she was dressed as the humans that were in the city. And she didn't stink either. She even checked her uncomfortable shoes. She even smelled under her arms and shrugged.
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Feb 11, 2019 1:05:26 GMT -5
Post by zaius on Feb 11, 2019 1:05:26 GMT -5
Dr. Zaius locked his fingers slowly, then gradually leaned over his desk. How despicable, a human speaking to one of the council without asking. Bah! This human is attempting to act more ape, then human, how awful. His grimaced glued on his face slightly increased. "Dear little doggie, I'd appreciate if you didn't speak out of turn, it's a little disgraceful in here." He revealed his fangs. "Especially by beasts." He leaned back into his seat. "Because, you creatures are animals, ones that are here to serve. So, that's why you'd be sold to one of our kind, to serve."
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Feb 11, 2019 1:28:39 GMT -5
Post by Elisabeth on Feb 11, 2019 1:28:39 GMT -5
Elisabeth made a face at his response. An indicator that she read half of his words and shook her head. She moved a little way to get a better reading. "When you- grimace- I can't read your lips. When you reveal your fangs, I still can't read your lips." She was speaking matter of fact. "I need to see your face in order to read your lips. I can read the one in the center, Maximus', Zephrams, and Nikita's but only if I face them. However, someone comes up behind me...I won't know they are there. I won't even know they're there. So how can I actually really serve apes if I can't hear anyone approaching?"
Elisabeth stated some facts. "I'm completely utterly fully deaf so I don't see how I can be sold or serve any apes."
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Feb 11, 2019 1:42:54 GMT -5
Post by zaius on Feb 11, 2019 1:42:54 GMT -5
He snorted, a little vexed that she continued, even though he clearly asked he not to. The little creature would need training is all. He dropped his head, deciding not to take this disgraceful act. "Alright, beast." His palm rose swiftly, clearly becoming annoyed. "That's enough, do step back, and hush. Because, one more time you speak out of turn, you'll be muzzled." He warned. "Just obey as you should. Your service will be discussed after."
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Feb 11, 2019 1:55:34 GMT -5
Post by Elisabeth on Feb 11, 2019 1:55:34 GMT -5
Elisabeth was reading his lips until she spotted his palm raising swiftly. Her eyes got wide as saucers and had never been threatened with anything. She didn't know what a muzzle was. Whatever it was, it sounded horrid and to step back meant she wouldn't be able to read his lips. She hadn't been standing that close, but it seemed that it was time to actually leave. She had finished her statement, and didn't need to be there any longer.
Muzzle, bah. Not in her mouth. Then she would be left to sign and signing would be very quick. Unless they tied her hands together and then she couldn't sign.
That's when she found herself inching away, towards the door.
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Feb 11, 2019 2:01:57 GMT -5
Post by Maximus on Feb 11, 2019 2:01:57 GMT -5
Maximus noted the fear immediately. "Zaius." He shook his head as he spoke of muzzling her to stop her from speaking. "That won't stop her from talking. She can still sign and believes you're going to smack her."
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Feb 11, 2019 12:46:04 GMT -5
Post by zephram on Feb 11, 2019 12:46:04 GMT -5
Zephram stood up and raised a finger. "If I may see to this human before she bolts. As much as I like to agree, but seeing four large Orangutans who are bigger than she is, is more than imposing and intimidating. The human will react in a way that would make her panic. As she mentioned, she thought she'd be safer with the apes than faring out in the wilds. Plus, I have made a promise to her that she will not be sold or brought to the cages if she behaves. So far, she has only showed curiosity and has questioned as to why humans serve the apes. Note: This human doesn't know our methods of discipline." Zeprham slowly walked to the human and urged her near him. Then he spoke silently to the human in a low tone to explain. "Remember what Kratos said about talking out of turn and being called?" He reminded her. "Please don't force my hand." He added. "You don't want to know what a muzzle does to a human's tongue. If you have a question, raise your finger, or hand. The more you ask questions- the more the council loses their patience."
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Feb 11, 2019 12:53:36 GMT -5
Post by Elisabeth on Feb 11, 2019 12:53:36 GMT -5
Elisabeth looked at Zephram, a glimmer of trust shining in her eyes instead of fear. He hadn't hurt her, being more compassionate and aware of how humans reacted out of fear. "Yes." She answered in a low tone. She had completely forgotten and thought it was ok to ask why humans had to serve apes. What would her purpose be? She couldn't very well serve any ape. Surely not. Zaius may be wrong. She couldn't serve apes.
She clearly had more questions than answers. Against her better judgement, she said, "Sorry."
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Feb 11, 2019 22:08:29 GMT -5
Post by Elisabeth on Feb 11, 2019 22:08:29 GMT -5
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