I do not get into fistfights in public on accusations of thievery.
( there's more than enough gossip going around right now, and he would prefer the guards don't get called on him. messy!! )
I am pleased, then, that you took it from him. And if your need to drape yourself in baubles persist, my offer from the last time we spoke still holds.
[He concedes, feather soft and just as content to let it lie. If he's a little grateful for it, that lack of prodding, it only manifests in the fact that he lingers long enough to add, not unkindly:]
no subject
( there's more than enough gossip going around right now, and he would prefer the guards don't get called on him. messy!! )
I am pleased, then, that you took it from him. And if your need to drape yourself in baubles persist, my offer from the last time we spoke still holds.
no subject
But his tone twists after that teasing commentary fades. Sinks lower. Lighter.]
I—
[A small breath, sticking to the back of his teeth.]
Tempting as the offer remains, I'm afraid I'm indisposed today. Personal business.
no subject
( and knocking on wood with regard to that. )
Of course. ( smoothly, no curious prying at all. ) Blessed Feastday.
no subject
[He concedes, feather soft and just as content to let it lie. If he's a little grateful for it, that lack of prodding, it only manifests in the fact that he lingers long enough to add, not unkindly:]
Blessed whatever, darling.