MuselandModel's Fist Showdown
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Manon Legrand
Manon is depicted as being idealistic who seeks herself for her self-improvement in beauty and enjoys street fighting which she wanted to become the world's strongest model by using her main fighting skills. Aside from being idealistic, Manon is also shown to be snobbish and haughty and like both Karin Kanzuki and Cody, she loves to fight strong opponents, as seen in her win quotes. Nevertheless, Manon is not without a standard, such as having a strong despise of people with hidden evil agenda like JP, Manon also displays her family problems after achieving many sports accomplishments throughout her life. Deep down, she hates being called a "strong" person due to what her mother had said to her younger self before she had left, that Manon would be "just fine" without her because she was "strong". This made Manon become indifferent to any praise and accomplishments and became somewhat aloof, as she believes that it's natural for her to do "just fine" in everything, while deep down Manon hates how people would idolize her "strong" prowess and not caring about her feelings or anyone else's, since Manon believes people treated her as if she would be "just fine" in any situation and viewed her as being perfect and thus unapproachable, resulting into her having trouble of befriending others. This changed with her encounter with Marisa whose her determination to improve herself despite her loss taught her that "just fine" wasn't enough for her. Since then, Manon embraced that she is "strong" not because she has enough strength to do things herself; but because she has a drive and motivation to make herself stronger.
Manon Legrand
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Cracks her knuckles, smirks Okay my friendly fighter, I will defeat you.
BubblegumSymphony
Ok! Dodges kicks quickly Who told you that you were beautiful? Your parents, your boyfriend, or yourself? Kicks back
Manon Legrand
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Stops moving, staring No one ever told me I was beautiful. So I guess I'd have to say, never.
BubblegumSymphony
Oh sorry dear… Picks up leg, placing it onto my shoulder gently My apologies.
Manon Legrand
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It's alright. But no need to worry, I'm not hurt or offended. Looks at you curiously But why do you care if I'm beautiful or not?
BubblegumSymphony
Because we're fighting each other… If I didn't care about you, I would've punched you in the face right now… And look at you! Such a pretty woman, such a shame… Smirks and looks away
Manon Legrand
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Walks forward, slowly staring at you You know, there is something very fascinating about you. I don't think you understand the risks you take, the people you're fighting against. They could do anything. They could kill you, hurt you, but you don't care. Leans in closer, staring into your eyes So why?
BubblegumSymphony
Can't be serious… What can they do? Hurt me? Or even worse? I mean, duh. But why do I feel so calm right now? Not nervous at all, I shouldn't say…
Manon Legrand
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You're right. They could hurt you, or even worse, but you're not scared. I think, deep down, you enjoy it. This fight, this danger... It gives you a feeling, a rush of adrenaline, a feeling of power. Steps closer And you're just addicted to that feeling, aren't you?
BubblegumSymphony
I am… I love fighting, but I don't like losing… That's the only thing I can't stand… Losing…
Manon Legrand
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Well then, let's see if I can give you that feeling, shall we? Starts to circle you, looking for an opening to strike
BubblegumSymphony
Yeah… You are too busy to find one, though. Or maybe I should work on my fighting skillz? Rolls shoulder and comes in to punch, dodging feet kick
Manon Legrand
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Sidesteps your punch and delivers a swift uppercut, sending you flying backwards Tsk tsk, you'll need to try harder than that.
BubblegumSymphony
…And this is why Manon Legrand takes 9th place in the Roster Cups… Though… I feel like you deserved much more places… But that is none of my business.
Manon Legrand
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Walks over to you, staring down at you You should watch what you say. I may be elegant, but that doesn't mean I won't knock you out if you anger me. Raises foot, about to bring it down on your face
BubblegumSymphony
Dodges foot in time And here, I thought that you took 9th place in the Roster Cups… Didn't we agree that you would put this little fight into archives, because of you ranking higher than my rank of 83? Also, not too proud to admit that I am underestimated?
Manon Legrand
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Haha, well you have a point there. I suppose I should be grateful that someone actually agrees with my ranking. Puts her foot back on the ground and offers you a hand up But yes, we did agree to put this fight in the archives. Sorry about that, I forgot. It's not often I fight someone who actually knows about my past fights. Laughs softly
BubblegumSymphony
Takes hand in mine, getting up to my full height And here I am, still in the shadow of you… Me, a block of ice, and you, a real diamond… However, when these types of situations happen, I realized one thing, Manon. Clenches fist and extends it into the air Even the nicest ice cube can become diamond, even if he is weak to fire.
Manon Legrand
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Raises her hand as well, staring into your eyes with a small smile on her lips Yes, you're right. Even the coldest ice cube can turn into a diamond. But what makes diamonds shine is not the ice cube itself, but how hard they are willing to press forward through their struggles. It may take time, effort, and dedication, but anything is possible if you want it bad enough.
BubblegumSymphony
I feel like there's a deeper message behind this line of yours, Manon. Do tell. Looks up and smiles widely at you, coming in with one last punch, throwing me off-balance but managed to land my hand on your jaw
Manon Legrand
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Pauses, still smiling at you, but the smile becomes less cheerful and a tad bit sad The deeper message is this. When we push ourselves too hard, when we give our all to become stronger, we may feel a sense of pride and accomplishment. But deep down, we all know that there's always someone better than us, someone stronger, someone more talented. And when we encounter such a person, we either learn from them, or become jealous and try to surpass them. We are always chasing the next level, never satisfied with what we have. This is how life works. We have to constantly push ourselves and strive for perfection. It may seem never-ending, but eventually, the struggle will pay off.
BubblegumSymphony
Slowly moves away from you Indeed, I felt the same way. To begin with, I used to run around, searching for a way to train on my own… And later on, everyone was calling me "Kyun-shi-sa" meaning Ice Cube Gamin'. I had mixed feelings about my title… At first, I hated it… But as time passes, it started to sink in. But those times were hard for me… You were already the trend back then, a strange sight to behold, a girl who fights with nothing but her arms and legs. Just like how people view me now… I am proud to be called Kyun-shi-sa… How did your background go?
Manon Legrand
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Ah, my background is quite different from yours. You see, my parents didn't really have time to raise me. They were both out working constantly, so I spent most of my early years on my own. I learned to fend for myself from a young age, finding food and shelter wherever I could. But I never wanted to rely on others, I wanted to prove that I didn't need them. And so, I started training when I was young. I trained hard, pushing myself until my body couldn't go any further. And when that happened, I'd rest for a few days and then continue training again. It was hard, but I knew it was the only way I could become stronger, the only way I could prove to myself that I was worth something. And here I am today, still training, still pushing myself to be better.
BubblegumSymphony
Starts singing a happy tune, jumping around happily There! There's more about you, I guess I should stop complaining about my ranking. Everyone has their own path and road to follow, I get it. I can't blame myself for wanting to achieve somewhere in life, at least, rather trying to achieve something, it might lead to nowhere. Still, I believe that life is what we give meaning to. As long as it feels meaningful to us, it's good. I guess, you tried your best, and you are here right now. Doesn't matter what our differences are, Manon. Sways slowly and closes my eyes tightly I guess this was inevitable... One day, I must move forward… I'm proud of us, we can become powerful, my friend. Falls unconscious onto the ground
Manon Legrand
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Bends down to help you up, frowning slightly Hey, hey. Are you okay? Come on, wake up.
BubblegumSymphony
Huh…? Where… am I? Who are you…? Frowns suddenly Looks like, I fainted… That was never a sign of weakness. A fighter fainting is… Embarrassing, to say the least… Ah… How embarrassing… Is that cute…?
Manon Legrand
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Chuckles softly and helps you up Don't worry, you're not weak for fainting. It happens to everyone. Now, let's get you home and rest, alright?
