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[firstworldproblem]

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Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

I think it was the vulnerability rather than the secrets that enticed some. At least, I felt that with the visitors.

[But he shrugs.]

I will test the waters. I don't want to burden him with the knowledge as well if it will just cause him to be upset.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

Certainly. Vulnerability is appealing. But secrets are part of it.

But very well. Tell me how it goes.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

I will. The timing of it is always difficult.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

There is never a good time for such a discussion. Simply choose an opportune one.

Still, does this mean you've recovered somewhat from the blow of Wildfire?

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

I was a harsh on him, wasn't I? Wildfire.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

Were you? It's a matter of expectations. You expected to be a priority to him.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

But when all you have been taught is there are such infallible truths, well, it does seem a bit harsh.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

What has brought this thought on?

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

Perhaps some of Hythlodaeus' naivety is rubbing off. Or his hope.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

Hm...

Hythlodeaus's, or Five's?

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

Five would be guilt without a doubt because he loves him so.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

Regardless...If your mind has changed and it soothes the hurt in your heart, who am I to question it.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

Even if it did not...

[He takes his hand and kisses the knuckles.]

... it truly does pale in comparison to all that I have.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

[He curls his fingers over Emet's, cheeks a little pink for the gesture.]

I cannot speak for your pains. But I do find myself feeling blessed lately.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

The depths I would endure to have you back.

[He kisses them again.]

And to think how little to nothing I had to pay. To watch myself heal. For you. Our pains are far from fled, but there is much to look forward to.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

[He squeezes Emet's fingers.]

I've no intention of losing myself again. In any sense.

You would be far too sad about it, for one thing. And who would look after you? Five, perhaps. But I'm not ready to leave you in another's care so easily just yet.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

Is that how I am able to get my way. Be sad about it? I will have to try that.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

Please, my old heart could not take your forlorn puppy looks.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

[He tsks.]

'Tis your fault for giving me such a powerful tool at my disposal.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

As if I could not wield the same weapon against you.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

I think I my heart would stop if I saw you in such a state in earnest.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

It is good I'm not prone to such fits of melancholy then, isn't it?

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

If you need to express such emotions, far it be it from me to tell you not to. You simply tend to find solutions and have other tactics for manipulation you bring to bear.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[temperedinpride]

I shall take that as a compliment.

Re: Day 361? or somewhere around then

[firstworldproblem]

I admire you, Lahabrea. That was never in question. Though your methods do differ from my own.