firstworldproblem | IC Inbox 2 (Imeeji)

You are more of a diplomat than I. Never did I doubt you would allow it to run smoothly.

They seem amiable enough, but 'tis easy considering they know naught of us.

And they will learn naught from me, unless one miraculously manages my trust.

But what you and Five tell them is your own business.

We have spoken about it. Them being surprised would not win their favor. But for those that are here just a short time, well, it is not worth the time to breech.

And for those here longer?

I do wish to tell Klaus as he seems the calmest. Though I can't always predict the reaction.

I doubt Luther would be a good choice at least. Though I wonder with him and Levity's involvement if it will stay secret should Levity ever learn.

Regardless, what exactly would you divulge?

Levity already suspects. I'm afraid during my duress, I might have left a few facts slip. Though he seems to be more fond for it than anything.

[He shrugs.]

Five keeps his secrets from Klaus and it builds a barrier between them. How much I am not certain, but I would not like to do the same. Klaus does not feel equal.

Well, games are like to spill secrets against our wont.

As for Klaus, perhaps start with the easiest things and gauge it.

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.

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

But very well. Tell me how it goes.

I will. The timing of it is always difficult.

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?

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

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

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

What has brought this thought on?

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

Hm...

Hythlodeaus's, or Five's?

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

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

Even if it did not...

[He takes his hand and kisses the knuckles.]

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

[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.

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.

[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.

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

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