mixingbowl | [OPEN POST] I WANNA BE A POPSTAR ★

Risette, at your service! [She gives him a very stage-y wink before turning her attention to the side, where Baymax is inflating to his full size.]

Oh, he's so cute!

[And he speaks! Though talking machines aren't exactly a new thing, the construction of this one gives him a very squishy, novel feel. Rise watches with fascination as Baymax takes care of Tadashi's injuries, then steps closer to give the nurse bot's side a poke out of curiosity.]

How long did it take you to program all this?

Thanks! I’ve designed him to be approachable. The last thing someone in poor health needs is an intimidating looking robot. But it’s been a pretty lengthy process.

Months.

[Tadashi watches with amusement and a little bit of pride as Baymax’s head swivels seamlessly to look at Rise.] I am inflatable.

It’s vinyl. The air actually has a lot of uses, but it’s mainly to keep his structure from accidentally hurting anyone.

[Once he’s done Baymax stands up straight and waddles around in place to face Rise.] Would you like a lollipop?

And he can be a bit of a candy dispenser, that’s optional.

For the kids, right? [Rise can see how a design like this one would help with the younger patients. Definitely cute and cuddly. The lollipop just cements the overall feel of him.

Rise grins and takes the offered lollipop from the nurse bot.]

Thanks! So your name's Baymax, huh? How many people have you already taken care of?

For kids of any age. [And he strategically places himself to block the the dish that holds the extra lollipops, testing out his foot for weight distribution.]

Affirmative. I have currently cared for one (1) patient with acceptable results. [After a moment:] I have just scanned you and show that you are in perfect health.

Now you see why I didn't want to go a doctor's office. This was the last test I needed to do to make sure functions properly with the medical care. Not bad, huh?

[Rise bounces a little on her feet, smiling as Baymax gives her health report.]

A performer's gotta take good care of their body, you know. At least I'm doing that part of my job right.

[Giving Baymax a pat on his squishy arm, Rise turns back to Tadashi.]

Not bad at all! I don't know anything about robotics, but this is really cool.

[and she can see how much he's put into programming it.]

Isn't it? [He's not even bragging. The whole thing is still surreal to him.] The word "ow" is what activates him, but he only deactivates when you tell him-

[And his brown eyes roll up to Baymax.] I am satisfied with my care. [And that's all it takes for the air filled marshmallow bot to get back to his unit to deflate.]

He's going to change the lives of so many people. [Tadashi grabs one of the lollipops behind him and swivels his foot by the ankle, wincing only slightly.]

You just got a sneak peek before I run the full project results by my professor.

Awww. [Rise makes a sound of disappointment as the bot deactivates. She wouldn't have minded seeing the bot around a little longer--it was cute.

And now she leans against Tadashi's desk, smiling.]

With something like that, I'm sure you'll pass with flying colors! You'll get to show Baymax off after you show the professor, right?

I really need the professor’s input on how to make him available. Robotics I can do. Manufacturing? That’s a little different. But he won’t be ready in time for the convention, so no showing him off this year.

[A patronizing nod at the little red box.] I’m sure he’ll get over it.

[He twirls the lollipop around in his fingers and sits on the extra chair.] But you’ve had experience in that kind of stuff, Ms. Idol?

Ummm not with manufacturing, if that's what you mean. But if you mean showing something off in front of a crowd, then yeah.

[She reaches over to pat Baymax's box.]

If you need some way to get the news out when he's ready, I can totally help you there.

[Hold on. she just broke his mind.]

You're serious. [Wow, he feels so awesome and bad at the same time. Bad because:] What, part, of famous are you in?

[Movies, music, books? No, he'd know if she's an author.]

Music, mostly. But my manager says he's discussing some movie roles with people right now.

[She grins at him, apparently not offended by his lack of recognition.]

Yup, I'm super serious!

[Expecting a smaller, more local celebrity turns out to be entirely wrong. Tadashi reels at the movie part, that long shot turns out to be not far off.]

Wow. Okay, whoa. [He takes off his hat to run his hand through his hair.] That’s incredible.

[And likely a question he should have asked later instead of now.]

For all I know I’ve probably heard your stuff before. During school hours we usually have music going and, well, someone here’s a fan.

[Rise laughs, tucking her hands behind her back.]

It's not a big deal. I did go on break for a year, before I came here to jump back into showbiz.

[She winks.] Besides, I can always give you a copy of my music for free.

And I almost hit you. Wow.

No try it before you buy it? [His smile is full of 'innocently kidding' as his breath of a chuckle. Still a little in disbelief.] No, seriously. I'd like to hear it sometime.

Hey, at least you aren't some crazy stalker. I'd take almost getting hit by a smart guy like you over stalkers any day.

[She might be teasing him, just a little.]

I'll stop by with the music some other time. You're here in the lab a lot, right?

First time I’m taking a near traumatizing mistake as a compliment.

[Teasing’s good. He’s dished it out so much that he’s overdue for some.]

But yeah. If I’m not here I’m at the Lucky Cat Café. Stop by any time, I’d love to hear it. You.

Both.

The Lucky Cat?

[For some reason, that's ringing a bell for her, and Rise taps at her cheek as she tries to remember why.]

Oh! I know where that is. I pass by it if I take a different route to work sometimes.

[K, she looks cute ]

It's nothing fancy, but my aunt runs the place. You should stop by, the doughnuts are great. My treat. [Because free doughnuts are so expensive.]

I'm a high school student, I'm not supposed to turn down free food, right? [Hmmm.] Or was it the college student? Oh, but I guess it doesn't count if I'm an idol.

[She gives him a winning smile.]

Anyways, I'll stop by! It might be easier to find you there than at the lab.

Ah. [Such wounding words about starving college students make him clutch at his fragile heart, no matter how true they are.]

Sounds like a plan. [Please don't let Aunt Cass gush over a girl coming to see him.] Get home safe, okay?

[He can't turn off the caring, sorry. But he does got to start shutting down his systems for the night.]

Don't worry about me. I can take care of myself.

[After bouncing on her feet for a second, Rise finally turns around and heads for the door. She throws a smile at him over her shoulder.]

I'll see you around!

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