Yes, Lili's rather sure that Rock Lee's energy is probably his greatest strength but - she never expected him to use it like that?! She startles and sits up at the yell and observes for a stunned moment as he just.... lures the monster out on a chase?! Ah....
Then she's standing, scrambling as she looks around. If nothing else, there's a lot of trash around - including a couple of broken streamers. Even if she can't fight, she's at least rather resourceful.... so she's quick to start trying to tie the ends of the streamers across in a tight line, using a few still standing stalls as the supports.
Then in some attempt to get Lee's attention, she waves her arms wildly - before giving up and just yelling on her own--]
Lili-san! [He shouts out her name in response as he hears her call. He does look towards her at this point, but he tries to keep his path away from Lili.]
I am not sure! Perhaps you said... to be the greatest hero I truly could be? [Did Lee really forget, or could this be how he jokes? The world may never know. He does then quickly duck under a swing of the creature's trunk.]
[That's not what she said - it's not - but... if he wants to do that, why would she stop him? He's strong. He can run circles and duck this stupid elephant thing. It's... impressive. He could help so many people and...]
... I need you to bring that dumb creature to me!!
[Or at least to where she's set up the tripwire so hopefully it'll be enough for that thing to faceplant itself into unconsciousness.]
[He was about to object and insist on taking care of this matter himself! He wanted to protect Lili, not endanger her. Yet, the objection died on his lips.
And he looked towards her again, and he could feel the conviction in her words ringing in his ears. How could he doubt whatever she had in mind? Lili had to have something planned, or she would not speak.
So Lee suddenly turns and keeps leading the teyegerphant onwards... running straight towards Lili while shouting back to her.]
She can't let him down. So she's certain at that, running over to the sides then so that she can go to the untied side of the streamers, moving to wrap them loosely around another stall at first. If nothing else, she's scrappy and quick and has only gotten more so since she's started to actually train.
So the second that Lee crosses over the streamers, she's moving to tighten the cord of them and tie them in an intricate knot around the post of the stall, pulling and pulling and pulling to make sure that it's tight enough.
She almost doesn't even notice when the tigerphant comes stampeding through, clotheslined by the string of streamers and is left toppling off its front legs, faceplanting onto the ground in an undignified heap with a startled, pained trumpet.
The force of the collision knocked Lili right off her feet though, leaving her on the ground yet again, hands red and heart beating way too fast but....
[Rock Lee put all of his faith in Lili, not even considering what would this plan was or what would happen if he failed. He knew that his comrade could be the hero as well.
And so he does not realize what the plan is until it goes into motion, signaled by the earth-shattering crash. He immediately skids to a halt and looks back to see the enemy has truly fallen, undone by its own powerful body.
Lee stares for just a moment in disbelief. But that quickly fades in favor of a brilliant smile, and he raises his hands ecstatically in a victory cheer.]
Her hands are red and they hurt but she wonders if perhaps this is... a good hurt? The hurt of a job well done where she could do something helpful too instead of just sitting around and waiting for someone to save her. It's a foreign feeling but it's not a bad one.
When Rock Lee is suddenly at her side, she looks up from staring at her hands and instead just looks up at him, blinking.]
[Rock Lee leans over her with a concerned frown. It is sad to see her fallen like this, and he feels bad that it was done for his sake.]
Ah! Is that so?
[But then, his expression quickly shifts into a reassuring smile. On top of everything, he proud of Lili and hopes to help her.]
Then, please... let me help you until you can stand once more! [Then he leans more, to try to princess-lift her up for the moment. After all, there's no telling when another enemy could come along; it's unwise to stay in one place for long, especially with the commotion that they just made.]
[And there she is, right in a princess lift. This has... happened more times than she's really comfortable with. Despite the fact that she understands that Lee doesn't mean to embarrass her and only wants to help, there's no denying the way that her face lights up all red even as her hands fall on his shoulders.]
I apologize, Lili-san. I will be more careful next time! [Don't say it as if it's inevitable...
But generally in contrast, he seemed unflustered for once at carrying her. It was probably more like carrying a fussy cat than anything tbh. He started to trot along in search of the exit while smiling proudly.]
Lili-san... You did so splendidly! I cannot thank you enough. In the end, it was you who truly acted as the hero!
[-- if only for it to melt away in about half a second as his words sink in.
Did she... act as a hero? Did she do something that was actually helpful? There's no helping the way that her heart skips a bit at that, the way that she openly looks up at him in amazement.]
[He looks confused for a moment for her words, as if asked to confirm something obvious. But then a knowing smile shapes his lips, and he nods.]
I do think so... I know so! You are the one who stopped the enemy! You helped me with such a plan that I could not think of, and you may have saved my life!
[He sniffles lightly, and his tone is a bit softer than usual.]
It was incredible, Lili-san. And I... I feel so very proud of you!
[Like the Grinch, Lili's heart grew three sizes that day-
Except no, it does feel a little bit like pressure in her chest. It's a warm, glowing feeling that she couldn't put into words if she even tried, but it makes her... happy. So sincerely happy and there might be tears stinging at the edges of her eyes but they don't fall.
All she knows is that she never expected anything like this.
But isn't the dulled pain in her hands evidence enough of what she accomplished today?]
I.... thought that you were an idiot, you know. You're very reckless and you go out of your way to find trouble. Sometimes you can't even find an exit--!
[ . . . . Her shoulders slump slightly, even if she's not completely relaxed.]
But... you are kind and you have strength that I can only aspire to. In that way, you've encouraged me and I....
[While Rock Lee's heart, which may already be grown to capacity, just feels warmth and pride surging through it. And some nostalgia too... it reminds him a lot of his early meetings with Sakura. He was so proud when he had inspired her as well, and now he is so happy to have helped someone else.
Rock Lee's footsteps are light yet quick as he seeks out the exit, though his attention at the moment is mostly fixed on Lili and her heartwarming words. All these emotions build up in him quickly until, inevitably, they start to overflow in the form of tears.]
Y-you are very welcome, Lili-san! You are right that I am a fool. But I will always try my hardest to be strong and help others no matter how foolish I may be in my heart.
I must thank you as well. Lili-san... Ever since I met you, I knew that you were truly kind at heart! And now? Now I can see that kind heart, and I can feel it through your words now more than ever! Lili-san, thank you!
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Yes, Lili's rather sure that Rock Lee's energy is probably his greatest strength but - she never expected him to use it like that?! She startles and sits up at the yell and observes for a stunned moment as he just.... lures the monster out on a chase?! Ah....
Then she's standing, scrambling as she looks around. If nothing else, there's a lot of trash around - including a couple of broken streamers. Even if she can't fight, she's at least rather resourceful.... so she's quick to start trying to tie the ends of the streamers across in a tight line, using a few still standing stalls as the supports.
Then in some attempt to get Lee's attention, she waves her arms wildly - before giving up and just yelling on her own--]
What did I say about being a hero, you buffoon?!
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I am not sure! Perhaps you said... to be the greatest hero I truly could be? [Did Lee really forget, or could this be how he jokes? The world may never know. He does then quickly duck under a swing of the creature's trunk.]
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I.....
[That's not what she said - it's not - but... if he wants to do that, why would she stop him? He's strong. He can run circles and duck this stupid elephant thing. It's... impressive. He could help so many people and...]
... I need you to bring that dumb creature to me!!
[Or at least to where she's set up the tripwire so hopefully it'll be enough for that thing to faceplant itself into unconsciousness.]
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[He was about to object and insist on taking care of this matter himself! He wanted to protect Lili, not endanger her. Yet, the objection died on his lips.
And he looked towards her again, and he could feel the conviction in her words ringing in his ears. How could he doubt whatever she had in mind? Lili had to have something planned, or she would not speak.
So Lee suddenly turns and keeps leading the teyegerphant onwards... running straight towards Lili while shouting back to her.]
...I believe in you!!
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It makes her heart jump just to hear the words in the air. Seeing the way that he's putting all of his faith into her takes her breath away.
Isn't he too good?]
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She can't let him down. So she's certain at that, running over to the sides then so that she can go to the untied side of the streamers, moving to wrap them loosely around another stall at first. If nothing else, she's scrappy and quick and has only gotten more so since she's started to actually train.
So the second that Lee crosses over the streamers, she's moving to tighten the cord of them and tie them in an intricate knot around the post of the stall, pulling and pulling and pulling to make sure that it's tight enough.
She almost doesn't even notice when the tigerphant comes stampeding through, clotheslined by the string of streamers and is left toppling off its front legs, faceplanting onto the ground in an undignified heap with a startled, pained trumpet.
The force of the collision knocked Lili right off her feet though, leaving her on the ground yet again, hands red and heart beating way too fast but....
They did it.]
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And so he does not realize what the plan is until it goes into motion, signaled by the earth-shattering crash. He immediately skids to a halt and looks back to see the enemy has truly fallen, undone by its own powerful body.
Lee stares for just a moment in disbelief. But that quickly fades in favor of a brilliant smile, and he raises his hands ecstatically in a victory cheer.]
Lili-san! You did it!!
...Lily-san?
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Lili-san!! [He then zips over to her side, reaching for her hands to try to pull her back onto her feet.]
Are- are you alright?
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Her hands are red and they hurt but she wonders if perhaps this is... a good hurt? The hurt of a job well done where she could do something helpful too instead of just sitting around and waiting for someone to save her. It's a foreign feeling but it's not a bad one.
When Rock Lee is suddenly at her side, she looks up from staring at her hands and instead just looks up at him, blinking.]
Ah, Lee....
I'm fine, I-
[ . . . . oh. Hm.]
I just... can't stand, it seems.
[Her legs gave out on her.
Embarrassing.]
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Ah! Is that so?
[But then, his expression quickly shifts into a reassuring smile. On top of everything, he proud of Lili and hopes to help her.]
Then, please... let me help you until you can stand once more! [Then he leans more, to try to princess-lift her up for the moment. After all, there's no telling when another enemy could come along; it's unwise to stay in one place for long, especially with the commotion that they just made.]
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[And there she is, right in a princess lift. This has... happened more times than she's really comfortable with. Despite the fact that she understands that Lee doesn't mean to embarrass her and only wants to help, there's no denying the way that her face lights up all red even as her hands fall on his shoulders.]
G-Give me more warning than that next time...!
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But generally in contrast, he seemed unflustered for once at carrying her. It was probably more like carrying a fussy cat than anything tbh. He started to trot along in search of the exit while smiling proudly.]
Lili-san... You did so splendidly! I cannot thank you enough. In the end, it was you who truly acted as the hero!
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She crosses her arms then, if only to show how displeased she is with this turn of events. Look at her. Look at how displeased she is--]
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Did she... act as a hero? Did she do something that was actually helpful? There's no helping the way that her heart skips a bit at that, the way that she openly looks up at him in amazement.]
You...
Do you... really think so?
[Did she really manage to help someone?]
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I do think so... I know so! You are the one who stopped the enemy! You helped me with such a plan that I could not think of, and you may have saved my life!
[He sniffles lightly, and his tone is a bit softer than usual.]
It was incredible, Lili-san. And I... I feel so very proud of you!
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Except no, it does feel a little bit like pressure in her chest. It's a warm, glowing feeling that she couldn't put into words if she even tried, but it makes her... happy. So sincerely happy and there might be tears stinging at the edges of her eyes but they don't fall.
All she knows is that she never expected anything like this.
But isn't the dulled pain in her hands evidence enough of what she accomplished today?]
I.... thought that you were an idiot, you know. You're very reckless and you go out of your way to find trouble. Sometimes you can't even find an exit--!
[ . . . . Her shoulders slump slightly, even if she's not completely relaxed.]
But... you are kind and you have strength that I can only aspire to. In that way, you've encouraged me and I....
.... You have my gratitude.
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Rock Lee's footsteps are light yet quick as he seeks out the exit, though his attention at the moment is mostly fixed on Lili and her heartwarming words. All these emotions build up in him quickly until, inevitably, they start to overflow in the form of tears.]
Y-you are very welcome, Lili-san! You are right that I am a fool. But I will always try my hardest to be strong and help others no matter how foolish I may be in my heart.
I must thank you as well. Lili-san... Ever since I met you, I knew that you were truly kind at heart! And now? Now I can see that kind heart, and I can feel it through your words now more than ever! Lili-san, thank you!