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Really. Now you have me curious as to what you would do to win, if you felt creative. I'm sure you're popular enough despite your old age.

Humiliation. Though humiliation that a partner almost begs for. I doubt you'd find a higher rating than that.

[ look at the way his face immediately goes red, but he tries to cover that up and pretend he's totally not affected, clearing his throat ]

... I can see that earning you a win easily, yes.

They have given me no reason or incentive to share such a treasured moment with them.

But perhaps we can try it in private later.

[ he's so very clearly considering, and then ]

Well. If you're going to make me beg for humiliation you'll have to do far better than a kiss.

When have I ever not made the reward worth the price?

Your pride makes it both enticing and difficult to achieve. In the end if I have left a sour taste, it defeats the point. Truthfully, I'm not sure I have the proper incentive yet.

To be honest you saying it like that sounds enough like a challenge that it's making me feel competitive.

... Truthfully if it is something you're interested in, I'd want to try it. But—

[ he moves so he can talk into his ear, low and quiet and warm ]

I wonder if you'd be able to make me cry and beg for you, or if you'd end up being the one to beg to obey my every order?

Truthfully, I wish I could refute you. But I must admit, and with no small amount of embarrassment, that despite my knowledge you seem to be ahead when it comes to physical pleasure.

And I haven't given it much thought as to trying. You simply asked how to win this game after all.

[ he looks pretty satisfied with that answer and already he's looking insufferably smug about Emet's admission ]

You've always known I'm a fast learned. But that does make sense — you said it yourself the physical isn't one of your highest interests.

I might like to try it, then, another time. To see which of us would come on top. But I did want to focus on your needs and wants, especially after your surprise.

I suppose I should not grouse. I could have been gifted another Scion.

And if he was not on BARiTONES, at least he is on a unit that we have a good relationship with. And if BARiTONES was any indication he has a flock of mother hens following him.

He will not be alone and well looked after. Better than most alternatives.

His first game ended up being, well. This, as well. So it isn't terribly bad. He seems to have some struggles with understanding the concept of having to kill others and he's clearly inclined for self-sacrifice. But I do think he will do fine.

He'll adapt. It may take time, but he will.

And it was for this reason I did not want to burden him further with expectations regarding our previous relationship. I would build it from the ground up rather than have him feel it must be one he honors.

[ he nods ]

I do think that's a good idea. ... Though less than ideal circumstances aside. I am glad you can see him again, after so long. I know how complicated that is, but still ... for you it's been several lifetimes already.

In the end, his mental well being is more important than any irrational worries that I have. And those whom I have come to cherish and open my heart to are ensuring just that. You. Absinthe. Lily. Cardinal. Vergil.

I am greatly indebted to you all and if I might be honest, a little in awe of it.

It doesn't make the situation ideal, but ... Better than I hoped I believe is the best way to sum it up.

...Well. I'm glad we can at least help with some of it. But keep in mind we're only giving you back as much as you've given us.

I don't think there's a single person on that list who hasn't been thoroughly charmed by you.

Then I will just consider it payback to Hythlodaeus for all that he has given me.

[He does tap his chin.]

Though once he does regain his memories he will be as fierce an asset as any of us in regards to study. For example, I cannot cure the Starscourge alone, but together we might actually be able to find a solution.

I suppose my time is limited that I can boast I am the expert on souls.

—Really. Is he even more skilled than you in that regard?

Did I not tell you the seat of Emet-Selch's first recommendation was Hythlodaeus? But he claimed he was not as practical and thus turned down the seat.

His Sight is equal if not greater to my own. And his wit to match.

Edited 2020-12-15 19:47 (UTC)

You've mentioned he turned the position down, but I hadn't exactly imagine he'd be as capable as you in that regard.

Though you're right about his wit. He's already debated me.

That's isn't just only him. You'll find such individuals everywhere in Amaurot when you arrive there.

I do remember that. And admittedly this did have me looking forward to it. I figure once I am in Amaurot I'll also be able to just blink away if the debate doesn't interest me.

That...

[He taps his nose.]

... would be poor manners.

And boring me with an awful debate isn't? Really, they would bring it on themselves.

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