I hope so. But you need not put it on. [He could probably tell she's unconvinced. Her face stiffens up for a short moment, frowning at him that he's lying, not to her, but to himself.
But she softens up.]
Know that while we are unable to replace what ties you have, we are able to make new ones. I wanted to say before that I am glad that as you will be staying for a while longer, we may be able to get to know each other. [She's not good at making friends (so she thinks), but at least she's honest.]
It's evident that Vietnam still wants to get to know him better, especially since he hasn't spoken a single word about his other, more famous stage persona. For people here to be interested in the self that he's always wanted to show - honestly, it's been a huge break.
But when he returns, he still has to go back to that world of masks and living hells. Until then, he needs to keep his skills up to par.
What ties does he have, anyway? People paying lip service, that's just all.
And then there's her. ]
... is there a way to make him bring someone here?
[She's not going to pry into something he doesn't want to reveal yet. All she wants him to know is that she will support him. He's cold and sometimes his words are harsh, but there's just something about him. He's always treated her well. It's his actions? Those who deserve it, she will help.
Unfortunately, he's asking something else she can't do. She shakes her head sadly.]
No, it is only by his own whims. You can try, but I am unsure of the result. It seems he is more willing to give items or old powers than he is people.
[She understood.] It is someone important, no? Is it your composer? [She can put two and two together.]
Can he hide anything from someone he's living with though? Secrets do start getting harder to conceal.]
Ah, I see now.
[HE SAID IT, WINNING.
He didn't acknowledge Natsuki as a friend, not in the way Natsuki said they were. He must consider very few to be close to him, so the attachment must hurt.] It's nice. To have someone to be close to that you would want them to be here. Well, it's also unfortunate because it is tough. But humans are spirited, so I admire that.
[Somehow he managed to tell her, which she would actually appreciate if she knew the weight of him telling her.]
You say less than how you feel.
[Meaning that he is someone who holds great emotional capacity.] Well, actions speak louder than words. I trust you will be able to succeed in any case. [Living, as he said.]
He is right though, to be able to accept is to live forever. Which is something she's reconciled with.
She's sure he hasn't.]
Even so, is there anything in particular you'd like to do today? Since you are here now, I can add it into my gift to you. As long as it is within my capabilities. But I will not shirk away from a challenge.
[If only she knew that because that's like one of the nicest things he's thought of her?! You tsundere?!]
Of course. [She doesn't even think much of it, seriously, being a private person herself.] Is there anywhere in particular? Only because I need to know if I need to drop you off somewhere.
Hmm, I was planning on cleaning, but you might not be interested. And then in the evening, I had a last minute plan involving dinner. Since, I didn't know if you were going to be here or not. If you wanted to lend a hand on either one?
Both, really? [Her eyes widen for a moment, she didn't expect him to actually want to take on both. Which would make for one of the most strangest birthday requests she ever had.]
Okay, then let us do this. I will go set up for cleaning now, once you finish, meet me in the lounge room. It shouldn't take long if it is the two of us, right after we will prepare to cook.
Ah! I mean after a break, of course. Would you like to watch something with me?
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I will be.
[ He's so used to lying through his teeth that he doesn't even blink. ]
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I hope so. But you need not put it on. [He could probably tell she's unconvinced. Her face stiffens up for a short moment, frowning at him that he's lying, not to her, but to himself.
But she softens up.]
Know that while we are unable to replace what ties you have, we are able to make new ones. I wanted to say before that I am glad that as you will be staying for a while longer, we may be able to get to know each other. [She's not good at making friends (so she thinks), but at least she's honest.]
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It's evident that Vietnam still wants to get to know him better, especially since he hasn't spoken a single word about his other, more famous stage persona. For people here to be interested in the self that he's always wanted to show - honestly, it's been a huge break.
But when he returns, he still has to go back to that world of masks and living hells. Until then, he needs to keep his skills up to par.
What ties does he have, anyway? People paying lip service, that's just all.
And then there's her. ]
... is there a way to make him bring someone here?
[ Said 'him' being the Landlord. ]
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Unfortunately, he's asking something else she can't do. She shakes her head sadly.]
No, it is only by his own whims. You can try, but I am unsure of the result. It seems he is more willing to give items or old powers than he is people.
[She understood.] It is someone important, no? Is it your composer? [She can put two and two together.]
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There isn't any more use to hide who he really wants, is there? ]
... yes.
[ THERE HE SAID IT. God.
But really, he misses his only partner (friend? maybe). It's just been steadily getting worse. ]
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Can he hide anything from someone he's living with though? Secrets do start getting harder to conceal.]
Ah, I see now.
[HE SAID IT, WINNING.
He didn't acknowledge Natsuki as a friend, not in the way Natsuki said they were. He must consider very few to be close to him, so the attachment must hurt.] It's nice. To have someone to be close to that you would want them to be here. Well, it's also unfortunate because it is tough. But humans are spirited, so I admire that.
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I'll live.
[ It's said quietly, though with a great deal of tension.
Why does he miss her this much? It doesn't make sense. ]
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You say less than how you feel.
[Meaning that he is someone who holds great emotional capacity.] Well, actions speak louder than words. I trust you will be able to succeed in any case. [Living, as he said.]
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Of course.
[ Staying alive is easy. Living isn't. ]
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He is right though, to be able to accept is to live forever. Which is something she's reconciled with.
She's sure he hasn't.]
Even so, is there anything in particular you'd like to do today? Since you are here now, I can add it into my gift to you. As long as it is within my capabilities. But I will not shirk away from a challenge.
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It's just a shame that he isn't in the mood to make any requests at all. ]
... I would like to have some time to myself.
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Of course. [She doesn't even think much of it, seriously, being a private person herself.] Is there anywhere in particular? Only because I need to know if I need to drop you off somewhere.
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You don't need to.
[ His plan is pretty much just to stay at home, really. ]
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Oh! [Well, if he doesn't need her, then it should be fine. She doesn't know he's going to be a vegetable at home all day.]
Alright, well then, ah, please enjoy your time.
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... if you need me to do anything, let me know.
[ It's the least he could do to repay her breakfast, anyway. ]
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She drums her fingers on her lap at first, giving this some thought.]
Well, I should be able to do everything today, if you want some time to yourself. Unless there is something you want to do?
[Now she's beginning to have a feeling that he just wants something to occupy his time with.]
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Not in particular.
[ He'll probably shut himself in his room and just read all day long. ]
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Hmm, I was planning on cleaning, but you might not be interested. And then in the evening, I had a last minute plan involving dinner. Since, I didn't know if you were going to be here or not. If you wanted to lend a hand on either one?
[She doesn't want to give him tasks, but!!]
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[ It's a way of making himself useful, at least. ]
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[She doesn't look bothered, since it is his choice, and he did offer.]
It will be after you finish your breakfast, but which would you prefer to do? [Either one, neither one, or both.]
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[ It's not like he has anything else to do, really. ]
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Okay, then let us do this. I will go set up for cleaning now, once you finish, meet me in the lounge room. It shouldn't take long if it is the two of us, right after we will prepare to cook.
Ah! I mean after a break, of course. Would you like to watch something with me?
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Pass. Sorry.
[ His eyes aren't up to doing these things so early in the morning, even with his glasses. ]
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That's fine. I was just thinking of things to fill up the time.
[Really she's actually winging it right now, which is unusual even for her.] It just seems like you're trying to find something to do.
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I have ideas.
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I'M JUST GONNA GENTLY ASSUME THEY'RE DONE CLEANING UP ETC
OKAY YOU GOT IT