[ said with all of the absolutely full of doubt tone you're expecting. (x) doubt. it's what i do. etc. ]
I wouldn't call it impatient: I've tasks to complete, and a bit of time to complete them... but somehow, I've the feeling that it's suddenly become prescient that I must do them now.
[ aka he's just going to indulge rabbit again. to the tables! ] Very well.
You don't have to hide it, detective. [ They know you're impatient to spend quality time with your leader. Moving their hand up his back once they make it to the table as they lean in close to pluck that book from his haul. Just as naturally as it happened, the hand will drop away. Settling on a chair and nodding to the spot next to them. ]
You won't be able to see if you sit too far away. Don't worry, I won't bite.
[ this is so much touching for a catholic. once again it is affection week, but he's usually the one who encroaches unnecessarily on people's spaces (see: crick), so it's not like it's that unusual to have rabbit all up in his grill. temenos blinks mildly at them when they pluck up the book, brows raising - though whether it's from the gesture or the quality time bit, it's hard to tell.
he huffs, afterwards, and rolls his eyes, then takes the seat. ] Go on, then, oh wise leader. Impress me with your wares. [ he somehow manages to sound patronizing and sarcastic (if affectionately so) at the same time? it's a skill ]
[ It can be Temenos' turn because Rabbit will lean their body towards him to let him see with them. Their hands are too occupied with book to wander. ]
Don't I always impress you? [ They grin a bit as they peek at the signs. Hm hm hm. ] They do say the best detectives are Capricorns, Pisces, Gemini, Virgo and Scorpio. [ They will flip to each to find the basic summaries before the in-depth analysis of each sign. ] Capricorns are overachievers, persistent, practical, and sensitive. They're known for their hardworking habits, and they're overachievers who make success look effortless — even though they put a lot of time and care into their careers and relationships.
[ Snickering at that. They will give his back a light pat. ] If you say so, dear.
[ Time to move on to the next one. ] Pisces are- [ Pausing as they see the words romance and artist. ] Definitely not that one. Let's move on to Gemini then, shall we? [ Time to go to Gemini ]
[ that's good because as they're reading the bit about pisces, temenos's eyebrow very slowly starts to raise. however, it is affection week, so he leans in a little further to their shoulder as he reads the description. ]
Hmmm.
[ there's a wry little smile on his face though so he probably finds it funny. ] Let's hear it.
[ Just going to casually lean right on back as they stop at Gemini's page. ] Their strengths are that they're adaptable, outgoing, and intelligent—there's never a dull moment with a Gemini. However, their weaknesses are that they're indecisive... [ They turn their head to look at him. ] Not this one either. [ If he's reading along he can see the rest of it says impulsive, unreliable, and nosy—be careful telling a Gemini your deepest darkest secrets. ]
Unless you're more impulsive and unreliable than I thought. [ Their tone is playful. They don't believe it which he should take as a compliment! ]
[ well. most of that is right - he is awfully nosy, but he won't say that. there's a little smile on his face as he reads over the pages, bringing a hand to his mouth to keep his smile slightly muted.
impulsive, not particularly. unreliable... well. there are thoughts, buried somewhere deep, but, they're just that - perfectly buried. temenos hums at the accusation, very much who's to say. ]
Perhaps, perhaps. [ they're right! the lean is allowed. affection week. ] I don't suppose any of these are a perfect match - it's impossible to group people together perfectly just on the date of their birth. [ a cynic at his finest. ] What's yours? Of these.
That is part of the fun though. To see what gets the closest. [ Do trips to his mind palace count as being unreliable. ]
We still have a couple to go, unless you're feeling impatient. [ Teasing. They look over at the book as if to ponder ] How about we make it interesting? Look through these and pick the one you think is right for me.
but he hums, and absently flips the pages. let's see. rabbit will get indulged - he puts his full attention to this, even with a sighed: ] Very well. [ that he clearly doesn't mean, and starts to read over the descriptions, thumbing absently through the pages.
and... after a moment, he stops on the page that says leo. ] Vivacious, theatrical, and passionate, Leos love to bask in the spotlight and celebrate themselves. A playful Leo has no problem leaning into drama-fueled romances that are perfectly suited for the tabloids.
[ the page continues for a bit, though he scans over it and doesn't read it out loud - they want to be perceived as unbreakable because they are scared of admitting vulnerability, needing things from other people, or being incomplete.
instead, he picks up with: ]
A Leo's bad sides appear when their admirable character traits cross over into excess. They can be perceived as overbearing... and have a reputation for bragging a lot.
[ and then turns his head to give them a sly smile. ]
Temenos indulges the Rabbit quite often. Since their hands are free, they are putting an elbow on the table and resting their chin in their hand as they watch him. Their other arm just casually drapes across his back like it's a normal thing to do. ]
I will give you points for not picking the joke answer first. [ They would have been tempted to. ] A lion might not be a bad pick. [ They are scanning to page and will just not call attention to anything with vulnerability. What is that? ] Some people might peg me as a Scorpio or Aries.
[ HE IS TOO CATHOLIC FOR AFFECTION WEEK!!!!!!! it is because it's affection week that this hand doesn't get pushed away. rabbit can probably see the shells of his ears are rapidly turning redder by the second but he absolutely refuses to dignify this at all.
instead, he just flips the pages to look. ]
Scorpio. Scorpio's personality is a chasm of infinite complexity (or at least how they project themselves). They are difficult people to get to know because they are psychological trap doors. Scorpios teeter on the fine edge of the unknowable. Hmmm.
[ the vulnerability thing is on this page again but he, again, doesn't call attention to it, just flipping the pages to aries. ] At their core, Aries do things their own way. They are unafraid of conflict, highly competitive, and honest. They throw themselves at the world eagerly and without fear.
I'm getting the sense perhaps you see yourself as very ambitious. [ this is teasing, light and playful, but it is a commonality. ] Are you so mercurial as this, though? I'm not sure.
[ Rest in Priest. Rabbit isn't going to notice immediately, as their attention is focused on the book. ]
No, nothing like that, my dear one. [ They tap the page as they return the playfulness right back. ] They are both some of the most shameless signs there are. As surprising as it may be, I am known to be a shameless troublemaker in my world. Could you believe it? [ Speaking of shameless, they will spot those ears finally. ]
Color me shocked. [ he says, absolutely, one hundred percent unsurprised. shameless? rabbit? yeah. no kidding.
at any rate. it takes him a second - he looks genuinely confused for a moment when rabbit asks what's wrong? before something seems to occur to him. and then he smiles his usual i-am-always-so-kind smile. ]
Why wouldn't I be? Are you that worried about your company?
[ he will sooner die than admit this is embarrassing ]
Right. I could never even imagine how they could even come to that conclusion.
[ Their voice is soft as if they are pure and saintly.
They are watching him and watching as his expression changes. They will turn sideways in their chair to face their body towards him to reach with their free hand to touch the shell of his ear. ]
Do your ears just spontaneously turn red or is it just because you're around your beautiful leader?
[ okay listen it's affection week but he can only take so much
which means that touch gets a less than smooth jerk of his head backwards like a rabbit fleeing from its burrow, and some of the red spreads to pink at the tip of his nose. ]
What are you talking about? [ as he reaches up to touch it himself.... hmmm..... bad..... time to lie ] Perhaps someone's talking about me, somewhere. I've heard that can be a cause.
Speaking of, are you quite finished with your analysis, yet? You said there were more.
[ They are caught between oh adorable, and analyzing why he's reacting like that. Moving their hand over their mouth to cover their smile. ]
Nothing for you to worry about, my cute little bunny. I'm sure it's just that. [ There are so many pure maidens on this team, and while it isn't surprising considering things, it's still tickles something in them. It's tempting to poke him some more, but they will leave it be. They can consider using this later.
They will move their arm off of him as well. They are split between realizing it's not normal to be this affectionate, and feeling like it's natural. They will settle with putting their hand on his arm instead as they turn back to the books. ] Oh yes, there were more. There's a Scorpio and a... [ trying not to grin ] Virgo.
he's not even going to dignify the first part with a response. not even a little. instead, he is just going to take the chance to look back at the book, clearing his throat once and resuming his smooth as glass composure as ever. right. he looks at the other two... and then, dryly: ]
That look means nothing but trouble. [ what. lay it on him, what is it ]
[ Just putting him in D*sney Princess category like two other bunnies.
The done does get a smile from them. ]
All of my looks mean nothing but trouble. It happens when you look this good. [ Playfully before they move on! They are going to summarize it as soon as they get to the page. ] Virgos are logical, practical, and systematic in their approach to life. This earth sign is a perfectionist at heart and isn't afraid to improve skills through diligent and consistent practice. While they mean well and under the surface they are kind, they can be judgemental.
[ They will push the book closer to him so he can read the in-depth information. ] Sounds like we might have found your sign then, dear. We can pick a date from some where in the range then.
[ They aren't going to make the virgo the virgin jokes like they were originally thinking. Let's not kill the moment ]
[ he starts reading, leaning forward a bit to do so - in the process, the affection week takes natural precedence, and he leans a bit into their shoulder. there's a lot of temenos dragging in this description, but he scans over it, and after a quiet, thoughtful moment, beyond all the joking: ]
[ They have to think about it because the months aren't ones they are immediately familiar with. ]
Autumn counts in the beginning of September I believe. [ From what they read here. ] Is that your favorite season? [ Something between the heat of summer and the cold of winter. There is probably meaning to that, but they aren't going to jump the gun, or bun, until they hear Temenos' answer. ]
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[ said with all of the absolutely full of doubt tone you're expecting. (x) doubt. it's what i do. etc. ]
I wouldn't call it impatient: I've tasks to complete, and a bit of time to complete them... but somehow, I've the feeling that it's suddenly become prescient that I must do them now.
[ aka he's just going to indulge rabbit again. to the tables! ] Very well.
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[ They know you're impatient to spend quality time with your leader. Moving their hand up his back once they make it to the table as they lean in close to pluck that book from his haul. Just as naturally as it happened, the hand will drop away. Settling on a chair and nodding to the spot next to them. ]
You won't be able to see if you sit too far away. Don't worry, I won't bite.
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he huffs, afterwards, and rolls his eyes, then takes the seat. ] Go on, then, oh wise leader. Impress me with your wares. [ he somehow manages to sound patronizing and sarcastic (if affectionately so) at the same time? it's a skill ]
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Don't I always impress you? [ They grin a bit as they peek at the signs. Hm hm hm. ] They do say the best detectives are Capricorns, Pisces, Gemini, Virgo and Scorpio. [ They will flip to each to find the basic summaries before the in-depth analysis of each sign. ] Capricorns are overachievers, persistent, practical, and sensitive. They're known for their hardworking habits, and they're overachievers who make success look effortless — even though they put a lot of time and care into their careers and relationships.
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there's a pause
and he wrinkles his nose. like a rabbit. sniffs. ]
I am certainly not sensitive.
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[ Time to move on to the next one. ] Pisces are- [ Pausing as they see the words romance and artist. ] Definitely not that one. Let's move on to Gemini then, shall we? [ Time to go to Gemini ]
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Hmmm.
[ there's a wry little smile on his face though so he probably finds it funny. ] Let's hear it.
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Unless you're more impulsive and unreliable than I thought. [ Their tone is playful. They don't believe it which he should take as a compliment! ]
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impulsive, not particularly. unreliable... well. there are thoughts, buried somewhere deep, but, they're just that - perfectly buried. temenos hums at the accusation, very much who's to say. ]
Perhaps, perhaps. [ they're right! the lean is allowed. affection week. ] I don't suppose any of these are a perfect match - it's impossible to group people together perfectly just on the date of their birth. [ a cynic at his finest. ] What's yours? Of these.
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We still have a couple to go, unless you're feeling impatient. [ Teasing. They look over at the book as if to ponder ] How about we make it interesting? Look through these and pick the one you think is right for me.
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but he hums, and absently flips the pages. let's see. rabbit will get indulged - he puts his full attention to this, even with a sighed: ] Very well. [ that he clearly doesn't mean, and starts to read over the descriptions, thumbing absently through the pages.
and... after a moment, he stops on the page that says leo. ] Vivacious, theatrical, and passionate, Leos love to bask in the spotlight and celebrate themselves. A playful Leo has no problem leaning into drama-fueled romances that are perfectly suited for the tabloids.
[ the page continues for a bit, though he scans over it and doesn't read it out loud - they want to be perceived as unbreakable because they are scared of admitting vulnerability, needing things from other people, or being incomplete.
instead, he picks up with: ]
A Leo's bad sides appear when their admirable character traits cross over into excess. They can be perceived as overbearing... and have a reputation for bragging a lot.
[ and then turns his head to give them a sly smile. ]
My. Now that does sound like you.
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Temenos indulges the Rabbit quite often. Since their hands are free, they are putting an elbow on the table and resting their chin in their hand as they watch him. Their other arm just casually drapes across his back like it's a normal thing to do. ]
I will give you points for not picking the joke answer first. [ They would have been tempted to. ] A lion might not be a bad pick. [ They are scanning to page and will just not call attention to anything with vulnerability. What is that? ] Some people might peg me as a Scorpio or Aries.
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instead, he just flips the pages to look. ]
Scorpio. Scorpio's personality is a chasm of infinite complexity (or at least how they project themselves). They are difficult people to get to know because they are psychological trap doors. Scorpios teeter on the fine edge of the unknowable. Hmmm.
[ the vulnerability thing is on this page again but he, again, doesn't call attention to it, just flipping the pages to aries. ] At their core, Aries do things their own way. They are unafraid of conflict, highly competitive, and honest. They throw themselves at the world eagerly and without fear.
I'm getting the sense perhaps you see yourself as very ambitious. [ this is teasing, light and playful, but it is a commonality. ] Are you so mercurial as this, though? I'm not sure.
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No, nothing like that, my dear one. [ They tap the page as they return the playfulness right back. ] They are both some of the most shameless signs there are. As surprising as it may be, I am known to be a shameless troublemaker in my world. Could you believe it? [ Speaking of shameless, they will spot those ears finally. ]
Are you feeling okay, Mr. Detective?
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Color me shocked. [ he says, absolutely, one hundred percent unsurprised. shameless? rabbit? yeah. no kidding.
at any rate. it takes him a second - he looks genuinely confused for a moment when rabbit asks what's wrong? before something seems to occur to him. and then he smiles his usual i-am-always-so-kind smile. ]
Why wouldn't I be? Are you that worried about your company?
[ he will sooner die than admit this is embarrassing ]
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[ Their voice is soft as if they are pure and saintly.
They are watching him and watching as his expression changes. They will turn sideways in their chair to face their body towards him to reach with their free hand to touch the shell of his ear. ]
Do your ears just spontaneously turn red or is it just because you're around your beautiful leader?
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which means that touch gets a less than smooth jerk of his head backwards like a rabbit fleeing from its burrow, and some of the red spreads to pink at the tip of his nose. ]
What are you talking about? [ as he reaches up to touch it himself.... hmmm..... bad..... time to lie ] Perhaps someone's talking about me, somewhere. I've heard that can be a cause.
Speaking of, are you quite finished with your analysis, yet? You said there were more.
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Nothing for you to worry about, my cute little bunny. I'm sure it's just that. [ There are so many pure maidens on this team, and while it isn't surprising considering things, it's still tickles something in them. It's tempting to poke him some more, but they will leave it be. They can consider using this later.
They will move their arm off of him as well. They are split between realizing it's not normal to be this affectionate, and feeling like it's natural. They will settle with putting their hand on his arm instead as they turn back to the books. ] Oh yes, there were more. There's a Scorpio and a... [ trying not to grin ] Virgo.
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he's not even going to dignify the first part with a response. not even a little. instead, he is just going to take the chance to look back at the book, clearing his throat once and resuming his smooth as glass composure as ever. right. he looks at the other two... and then, dryly: ]
That look means nothing but trouble. [ what. lay it on him, what is it ]
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The done does get a smile from them. ]
All of my looks mean nothing but trouble. It happens when you look this good. [ Playfully before they move on! They are going to summarize it as soon as they get to the page. ] Virgos are logical, practical, and systematic in their approach to life. This earth sign is a perfectionist at heart and isn't afraid to improve skills through diligent and consistent practice. While they mean well and under the surface they are kind, they can be judgemental.
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and then, temenos puts his hand to his chin. ] Well. It is my job to bring judgement every now and then...
[ it's the title of his latent skill anyway
but apparently he likes this one????? his look has gone more approving. you did good rabbit!! ]
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[ They aren't going to make the virgo the virgin jokes like they were originally thinking. Let's not kill the moment ]
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...Is one of these closer to the autumn, perhaps?
[ it is actually a little bit of a moment ]
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Autumn counts in the beginning of September I believe. [ From what they read here. ] Is that your favorite season? [ Something between the heat of summer and the cold of winter. There is probably meaning to that, but they aren't going to jump the gun, or bun, until they hear Temenos' answer. ]
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anyway. he taps a fingertip lightly against the book, and for not ruining the moment, rabbit can have a little bit of lore. ]
...Something like that. My hometown is perpetually in autumn - it's something of a feature of the Crestlands.
[ so, it's familiar. ]
September, then.
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