Q&A Part 2/? (Feb - Band Tier) (Patreon)

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@SoftViolence how would you feel if two of your members started dating *winks at kieran + pope* from @KopeShipper69

[Kieran leans back with a smug expression on his face, putting his hands behind his head as Pope fails to hide the fact that he’s thinking about it. This is likely not the first time he has, judging by their reactions.]

Kieran: You know…

[ Kieran clicks his tongue, turning to give Pope a look. ]

Kieran: You’d be surprised by how much we talk about this.

Pope: Very surprised.

[ They snicker, as if in on a secret no one else is. ] 

[ Seven stares ahead, unamused. ]

Seven: We’re not surprised. You two talk about it all the time.

Avina: Like a questionable amount.

Avina: Like an amount that is almost suspicious—

Cory: We get it. 

[ Avina leans back, putting their palms up. Seven gives Cory a dark look. ] 

Avina: Just saying. 

Pope: All I know is that Seven would not be happy.

[Pope leans back with a laugh, giving his member a look. Seven’s brows furrow.]

Seven: Me?

Pope: Yeah. It’s not like you have much good experience with the—

[ He thinks about it. ]

Pope: – fraternization between members.

[ Seven looks like they're about to protest, then they quickly shut their mouth. ] 

Seven: I mean, I don't advise it. 

Seven: Getting involved with your member...

[ They swallow thickly. ] 

Seven: It ruins the ecosystem. 

Seven: You don't want to risk everything you've built on some fleeting feelings that won't be there a decade from now.

[ Pope and Kieran have stopped laughing. Seven pipes up, blinking away their thoughts. ] 

Seven: But what do I know? Go for it...or don't, I don't give a fuck either way. 

Avina: Wait—

[ Avina starts to laugh. ]

Avina: Are you saying you two want to fraternize?

Kieran and Pope (unison): No!

@dakota: if you see this i am free on Thursday night and would like to hang out. Please respond to this and then hang out with me on Thursday night when I am free.

Dakota:

Dakota: I’m busy.

[ Cory snorts. ] 

@sebastian you have a gaming account, so what game do you like to play the most ??

Sebastian: I’d prefer to be asked questions that are a little more elevated…

Crew member: Answer the question.

[ Sebastian straightens. ]

Sebastian: Call of Duty. I like Skyrim. Mario Party…I like anything, really. OH! [ Seb perks up. ] World of Warcraft is great. 

[ Cory turns away and whispers in Peter's ear. ] 

Cory: Is this the best you got? 

@Orion, We've all been following the BOTB gossip and it says that plenty of people seem to be making googly eyes at MC..as manager, how do you keep unwanted attention off of them? Especially when the googly eyes MC seems to be making are directed at YOU??? (I see the way they look dreamily at you once they think the cameras have stopped rolling!! I've connected the dots, I've connected them!! When will YOU??) - from OrionXMcTruther

O: People are a distraction. I know that more than anyone. Plus, I can read people very well.

[ O taps their temple, a smug smile on their face. ]

O: I know when people are going to be a distraction, and I make sure they keep their distance. My job is to play the villain and the hero, which I think I do well. Some might find it an unfortunate reality of the job but [O shrugs] I feel like I thrive.

[ As the people in the studio share mildly horrified looks, O smiles…and then it quickly drops. ]

O: As for the second part of your question, I don’t know what you’re talking about. And it’s quite unprofessional to imply that there is anything non-platonic happening.

[ O toys absently with their cuff, pointedly not looking at the camera. ]

O: You’re just imagining things. Really.

@Seven - let's get a bit real here. You and MC knew each other for a very VERY long time and you were such an important aspect in each other's lives. That's not something that you just get over. (Clearly you feel the same considering you still have their initials on your wrist lmao). But my question is: if they were to call you in a time of need, would you be there? Just curious because nobody watching this show believes you actually hate them and don't care about them. You're only fooling yourself, sorry lol

[ Pope blows a raspberry. ]

Kieran: That’s deep.

Avina: Are these questions vetted or…?

[ Cory laughs. ]

Cory: Oh, no. We allow people to submit anything.

Seven: [muttering] That much is obvious…

Avina: Aren’t these questions too…personal for something like this?

Peter: We’re all friends here!

Seven: Friends. [Laughs dryly.]

Cory: Contracts, people. You can’t avoid the BOTB side gigs. This is what people want.

[ The members of Soft Violence share a look before Seven runs a hand across their face, sighing deeply. They look ready to bolt, but clear their throat and begin to speak. ]

Seven: Everyone has an opinion on us, and they have no idea. Somehow people know me more than I know myself…or at least that’s what they claim.

[ Avina puts a hand on their shoulder. ]

Avina: None of them know anything.

Pope: It’s all speculation.

[ Kieran sighs, shaking his head. ]

Kieran: The price of fame…

[ Seven and Avina shoot him a look. ]

Seven: The reason I kept my tattoo...

[ They raise their wrist, covered by their black sleeve. ] 

Seven: It's not anyone's business. Not even the band's.

[ Pope and Kieran nod in agreement but Avina frowns at that. ] 

Seven: If MC were to call me…

[ Seven shakes their head, shrugging once, twice, three times before speaking again. They peer at the camera before straightening, clearly uncomfortable. ]

Seven: That’s not my job anymore. I have nothing to do with that.

Cory: Cold.

Seven: It’s the truth.

Cory: Are you sure–

Seven: Yes. God, yes!

Seven: I have no feelings for MC and the band! I don’t care! Everyone is so convinced I care!

[ Seven Lawless is losing it, it appears. ]

Avina: Seven—

Seven: I don’t! I stopped caring three years ago, okay?? Stop asking me about them. We’re not friends, we’re not enemies. We’re nothing. Nothing at all. Just let it go! Please!

[ It’s so silent in the studio that you can hear Seven’s labored breathing. Pope and Kieran burn holes into the table, and Avina looks concerned. Peter seems ready to go home. ]

Cory: Honesty.

[ Cory smiles, her eyes glinting bright. ]

Cory: That’s all we ask.

[ Seven runs a hand through their hair. ]

Avina: Can we take five?

@Blake: how are you so confident? Any tips? Any pre-performance rituals you like to do?

[ Blake thinks about it. ]

Blake: I’ve probably experienced every embarrassing thing you can experience on stage. Once you’ve endured enough humiliation, nothing bothers you. It’s easy to be confident when you know it can’t get any worse.

Peter: That’s…

Cory: …surprisingly humble of you.

[ Blake glares at her. ]

Blake: I’m a multi-dimensional human with complex layers.

[ Jane snorts. ]

Jane: Did you read that in a fucking book or something?

Blake: And so fucking what if I did? 

[ Cory gestures between the three, face twisted. ]

Cory: I’m going to be honest, this dynamic confuses me.

Peter: Yeah, I don’t understand it.

Blake: It’s not for you to understand.

[ Blake reads the question again. ]

Blake: The only pre-performance ritual I have is…I don’t think I have any.

Ansel: I like to do a crossword puzzle.

Jane: You’ve done that like twice in your life.

[ Ansel frowns. ]

Ansel: Still counts. I'm going to make it into a hobby...eventually.

Ansel: Has anyone here tried Wordle?

Cory: Oh God. 

[ The camera cuts back to Soft Violence. ]

Peter: Let’s lighten the mood! I chose this question specifically for you.

Seven: [sarcastic] Awesome.

Soft violence, in the perfect world, you'll win battle of the bands, how will you celebrate such an achievement 🥳

[There’s a cheer among the group and Seven’s relief is palpable.]

Kieran: Winning means a record deal, right? I’m going to buy myself a Lambo.

[As Kieran pretends to drive, Avina bursts into a laugh. ]

Avina: Be serious. That is so predictable!

Kieran: Fine. What are you going to do?

[ Avina thinks about it. ]

Avina: I’ll pay off my parent’s mortgage.

Kieran: Now you’re just making me look bad.

[ Pope laughs. ]

Pope: I’ll get a nice condo in LA.

Avina: At least that’s a respectable investment.

Cory: Seven?

[ Seven is silent. ]

Seven: Help my mom.

Cory: In what way?

[ Their face darkens, and they look away. ]

Seven: I’ll just help her. Does it matter how?

[ Peter and Cory share a look, but she nods. ]

Cory: Very well.

@Seb, would you ever consider marrying, and having more kids? And how would Maya feel about that?

Sebastian: I’m still shocked I’m getting asked questions.

Cory: You’re part of the fan segment. Now, answer the question.

Sebastian: Hmmm..

[ Sebastian reads it again, squinting his eyes. Cory huffs, ready to throw him out herself.]

Sebastian: Marriage scares me. It feels too final.

Cody: And having a kid doesn’t?

[ At her snort, he frowns. ]

Sebastian: I would consider marrying if it’s with the right person. Marriage is just a piece of paper, right? It’s not the end-all-be-all.

[ He laughs nervously. ]

Sebastian: As for kids, yeah. Maybe when Maya is a little older. She wouldn’t mind either way. I don’t think she likes being an only child. Or…well, I need to be with someone first. I wouldn’t mind adopting. I want a dog? A dog seems nice.

Cory: You think a dog is like having a kid?

Sebastian: I don’t know what to say! I’m nervous. [ He starts fanning himself. ] The lights are so hot. Can someone turn those down?

[ Cory laughs, shaking her head in awe. ]

Cory: I’ve met many fucked up individuals. In this industry, they’re a dime a dozen. And yet, you’re the first person I talk to that makes me think you need some kind of professional help.

Sebastian: ???

@rowanhart i think your wonderful and amazing and should live every day knowing that at least one person (me haha) is parasocially in love with you 😘😘 never forget pookie

Rowan: Ohhhhh.

[ Rowan grins. Iris sighs. ]

Iris: Why did you show him this? We’re never going to hear the end of it.

Rowan: I’m glad there are people out there who are aware of who the MVM is.

MC: What does that mean?

Rowan: Most Valuable Member.

August: That…

Devyn: …is definitely not true.

MC: I mean, I’m the singer so…

Devyn: I can sing too, you know.

MC: Well…

Devyn: Not as good as you but…

August: I feel like the level of skill would need to be taken into account….

[ Rowan whistles awkwardly. ]

Iris: A pianist like me is very valuable, you know.

[ The band remains silent. ]

Iris: Why did everyone get so quiet?

@[band] from @rowanxMC4L: this is for the whole band!! what made you guys get into ur chosen instruments? was it like… piano classes or did you just feel a **calling**? ROWAN I LOVE YOU IM YOUR BIGGEST FAN MARRY ME PLEASE!!!!!!

Peter: I love this question.

[ Rowan snickers. ]

Rowan: I have so many fans.

[ Rowan puts a hand to his heart. ]

Rowan: I’m too young to be tied down to a marriage. Ask me again in ten years.

Iris: Please calm down.

August: My parents wanted me to have a hobby. It looks good when you’re well rounded. [August shrugs.] I enjoyed drumming the most.

Iris: Kind of the same for me. My parents wanted me to do something so I didn’t waste my days doing nothing. They put me in classes.

Cory: So you were forced into it?

Iris: No. [Iris scowls] I could’ve stopped if I wanted to.

Rowan: My dad is a big music guy. He likes all the oldies. He has this collection of vintage guitars he keeps hung on his wall–

August: That’s cool.

Rowan: Right? Anyway, I got interested. I don’t think he expected me to stick to it but here I am.

Devyn: As for me, I was bored one day.

MC: I guess…I mean, it came naturally. Singing has just always been there.

Cory: Riveting.

Peter: Would you consider it your calling?

[ The band share looks. ]

The band: Yeah.

@rowan: what’s your favourite thing to draw/paint?

Rowan: How do people know I draw?

Iris: Other than the fact that you brag about creating all of our merch any chance you get? You’re on camera, dude.

[ Rowan makes a face, unconvinced, but he shrugs. ]

Rowan: I like drawing…anything. People specifically. Especially when they don’t realize. You learn a lot about people when they think no one else is looking.

Devyn: You should probably ask permission before drawing people…

[ Rowan clicks his tongue. ]

Rowan: Well obviously.

Iris: You should do tattoos. You know, if this doesn’t work out.

[ Rowan shudders. ]

Rowan: No, thanks. The responsibility of making sure it’s perfect considering it’s permanent is enough to break me out in hives.

MC: Rowan is a really great artist. He got lucky with all the creative skills.

[ MC pokes him. ]

Rowan: It’s about practice. But yes, I am very skillful with my hands.

[ Rowan winks as he wiggles his fingers.]

Iris: Ugh.

[ The camera cuts to Seven Lawless and MC. A first. When they sit, Seven scoots as far away as as possible.]

Seven: Why are we here?

Cory: Just answer one question and you’ll be in your merry way.

MC: Please make it quick.

[ Seven narrows their eyes but sighs. ]

@7 and @mc would you dare to do the lying detector interview with each other? What would you ask? (Amy: taking liberties with MC here)

Seven & MC: No.

Cory: Wait—

Seven: Can I go now?

Cory: At least say what you’d ask—

Seven: No, thanks.

[ Seven begins to stand. ]

Cory: Seven. Please. You didn’t give us anything for the…scene, at least give us this.

[ MC stares ahead, trying their best to seem casual. ]

[ Seven sighs and sits back down. ]

Seven: I’d ask…

[ Their face twists. ]

Seven: You know…

[ They avert their gaze. ]

Seven: If you miss…anything.

MC: Oh…

MC: Miss...like...? 

MC: You?

Seven: I...

Seven: I mean if you miss anything. Just anything. I don't know. 

Cory: That’s not a yes or no question.

[ Their face sharpens. ]

Seven: It could be. Are we done here?

[ Cory sighs. ]

Cory: Yeah, we’re done.

[ For now. ]