[ Another sort spot it is. They move their hand to cup his cheek as a way to communicate the apology that their mouth will refuse to give over. ]
He is quite the maiden. You wouldn't think someone could convey as much through text, but you would be surprised.
[ Rabbit may have found someone new to bully this week. Someone save Vane. ]
Since we keep tripping over a number of distasteful things perhaps we should put that idea to rest. [ They are a bit disappointed because they wanted to see if they could twist curses in such a way. Maybe someone else will have the misfortune of this curse.
They will grab one of the books near by. ] Maybe we should just spend the hours reading.
[ there's a little huff of a laugh in response, a slight roll of his eyes, but it's not unkind. even if he's resisting the urge to speak much, this isn't too bad. ]
Oh, I don't think I'd be that surprised. Those types often are.
[ it brings back memories, really.
("i swear, on my reputation as a knight, i'll protect you!"
"...then my eyes deceive me, and i meant no disrespect. i hereby place my life in your hands, godsblade."
" -- v-very good!")
there's the urge, again. to monologue, about friendship and how the darkness steals it away, but the way he bites down on it this time is with the firmness of a cleric, and he will gladly take the distraction.
someone else will absolutely get the misfortune of this curse because i have it in my back pocket and i will ensure it! but for now, rabbit can reach for the books. if they go for the one on the bed, it's a bit different than the rest, with a soft leather cover. the ones on the nightstand are a variety - some mythology, some history, some astronomy, even what looks like a fiction novel or two.
temenos doesn't say anything, not wanting to trip the curse into starting again, but he does give a little nod - they can grab whatever they want.]
anyway. no the book is not a diary! the title of it is embossed in gold, and so are the pages. it looks kinda like this! ribbon bookmark and all. and the title might be a bit hard to read, as it's in an unfamiliar looking language.
temenos watches them take the book, and, he will probably regret this, but says: ] Did you now.
They are going to scoot closer with the book in their lap now. Sorry, there's only room for the saint boyardee in their can form at the moment. Leaning in close as if they might be doing something less than catholic...
only to speak again with a lowered voice. ]
Someone could gag that pretty mouth of yours. [ Then they will place the book on his lap. ] Or keep it busy with something else. What book is this, dear? [ Their voice taking on a tone to say they are very innocent and pure. ]
If you know a way that I could cast a silence spell on myself, I'd be delighted to do so.
[ he is absolutely unaffected by this, not even leaning back an inch when they get all up in his grill. the energy.
and then, with an equal amount of cheer, he taps his hand on the book. ] And perhaps you ought to take a reading or two from this, with that sort of language. It's a book of the Sacred Flame's scripture.
[ They are grinning at that. ] I could always get you something just for that.
[ They decide it's safe to remain in his grill since he's not pulling back or jumping away. Opening up the book as they look through the pages. ]
What sort of language is that, dear? Talking about mouths? Did your mind go some where at that? [ They are so innocent. ] While I doubt there will be anything in here I don't already display, I wouldn't mind hearing about it. However, I can't really read this language. We might need to pick something else out.
Everything that comes out of your mouth is inappropriate.
[ says temenos who is also inappropriate all the time just in a completely different direction. he says this with that same cheerful smile.
once they open the book, they can read it! it is truly scripture. please dont ask me to recite this because i do not know what it actually reads but it's in there. the pages are well loved - every now and then, there are some small, neat annotations, even some doodles, in a couple sets of handwriting.
he's wary of saying too much, but he does wave a hand, as if put upon. ] I've already had those memorized a thousand lifetimes over, so it'd be for your sake, not mine.
It's only inappropriate if you take it that way, dear.
[ They are going to pause at every little note or doodle to give it their full attention. Like a naughty student writing in their text book, hm? They are smiling at it all though. ]
It never hurts to brush up on what you already know. Besides, having a new pair of eyes on it might give you a new way to look at it.
[ When a heretic and a shameless [redacted] read a holy book together. ]
[ indeed! the doodles and notes aren't on every page - some of them are in small, perfectly neat handwriting, and the other is a bit more loopy. it looks to be a little like a conversation. "You drooled on your scriptures." "I did not!"
he doesn't look at those pages for too long, just sort of turns his face away. ]
I've interpreted them in about every manner you can imagine, but if you'd like to convert, I'll humor you.
[ They are filing that away to ask at a better time. No need to give the darkness curse something to be dark about like whatever friend Temenos may have had in the past. Instead, they opt to put on their usual performance. Pointing to themselves. ]
Do you think I'd look cute in what you wear normally? Or maybe I should look into a nun outfit like Tama's?
[ after a moment of very measured quiet as he fights back another terrible monologue, and then, more slowly: ]
...You want to be a cleric? Are you prepared to memorize the entirety of the history of the church of the Sacred Flame ad nauseum? Then we can consider whether you'd look cute, or not.
[ Maybe they should get him suckers to keep in his mouth. ]
Did you make Tama jump memorize the entirely of the history?
[ While they could be normal, they decide to make it difficult by leaning into his space and reaching around him to grab another book. Now they will behave and read to him! ]
One who live in the shadows often hides their face. [ stupid monologue that makes his eyebrow twitch, but. since rabbit is insistent on being all up in his grill, he leans forward a bit and prods them in their mask. ]
Perhaps I'll find the occasion if you change entirely.
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[ anyway im so proud of myself for being so fucking wrong
but oh. as ever, temenos is very placid, though he does smile when she pulls the helmet off, a bit softer at the edges than he might have before. ]
I think I'm quite glad to see your face. [ it's a step in trust, really - for someone who doesn't trust much. ] And am I to keep calling you Rabbit, like this?
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He is quite the maiden. You wouldn't think someone could convey as much through text, but you would be surprised.
[ Rabbit may have found someone new to bully this week. Someone save Vane. ]
Since we keep tripping over a number of distasteful things perhaps we should put that idea to rest. [ They are a bit disappointed because they wanted to see if they could twist curses in such a way. Maybe someone else will have the misfortune of this curse.
They will grab one of the books near by. ] Maybe we should just spend the hours reading.
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Oh, I don't think I'd be that surprised. Those types often are.
[ it brings back memories, really.
("i swear, on my reputation as a knight, i'll protect you!"
"...then my eyes deceive me, and i meant no disrespect. i hereby place my life in your hands, godsblade."
" -- v-very good!")
there's the urge, again. to monologue, about friendship and how the darkness steals it away, but the way he bites down on it this time is with the firmness of a cleric, and he will gladly take the distraction.
someone else will absolutely get the misfortune of this curse because i have it in my back pocket and i will ensure it! but for now, rabbit can reach for the books. if they go for the one on the bed, it's a bit different than the rest, with a soft leather cover. the ones on the nightstand are a variety - some mythology, some history, some astronomy, even what looks like a fiction novel or two.
temenos doesn't say anything, not wanting to trip the curse into starting again, but he does give a little nod - they can grab whatever they want.]
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[ They are teasing again. They are turning sideways to go for the soft leather one on the bed. It is in reach... it's not a diary or anything, right?
They do pause a moment as they think. ] I did think of another idea that could help you out.
[ There is an air of mischief that Temenos can probably pick up by now ]
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anyway. no the book is not a diary! the title of it is embossed in gold, and so are the pages. it looks kinda like this! ribbon bookmark and all. and the title might be a bit hard to read, as it's in an unfamiliar looking language.
temenos watches them take the book, and, he will probably regret this, but says: ] Did you now.
[ this is going to be something ridiculous ]
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They are going to scoot closer with the book in their lap now. Sorry, there's only room for the saint boyardee in their can form at the moment. Leaning in close as if they might be doing something less than catholic...
only to speak again with a lowered voice. ]
Someone could gag that pretty mouth of yours. [ Then they will place the book on his lap. ] Or keep it busy with something else. What book is this, dear? [ Their voice taking on a tone to say they are very innocent and pure. ]
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[ he is absolutely unaffected by this, not even leaning back an inch when they get all up in his grill. the energy.
and then, with an equal amount of cheer, he taps his hand on the book. ] And perhaps you ought to take a reading or two from this, with that sort of language. It's a book of the Sacred Flame's scripture.
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[ They decide it's safe to remain in his grill since he's not pulling back or jumping away. Opening up the book as they look through the pages. ]
What sort of language is that, dear? Talking about mouths? Did your mind go some where at that? [ They are so innocent. ] While I doubt there will be anything in here I don't already display, I wouldn't mind hearing about it. However, I can't really read this language. We might need to pick something else out.
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[ says temenos who is also inappropriate all the time just in a completely different direction. he says this with that same cheerful smile.
once they open the book, they can read it! it is truly scripture. please dont ask me to recite this because i do not know what it actually reads but it's in there. the pages are well loved - every now and then, there are some small, neat annotations, even some doodles, in a couple sets of handwriting.
he's wary of saying too much, but he does wave a hand, as if put upon. ] I've already had those memorized a thousand lifetimes over, so it'd be for your sake, not mine.
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[ They are going to pause at every little note or doodle to give it their full attention. Like a naughty student writing in their text book, hm? They are smiling at it all though. ]
It never hurts to brush up on what you already know. Besides, having a new pair of eyes on it might give you a new way to look at it.
[ When a heretic and a shameless [redacted] read a holy book together. ]
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he doesn't look at those pages for too long, just sort of turns his face away. ]
I've interpreted them in about every manner you can imagine, but if you'd like to convert, I'll humor you.
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Do you think I'd look cute in what you wear normally? Or maybe I should look into a nun outfit like Tama's?
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...You want to be a cleric? Are you prepared to memorize the entirety of the history of the church of the Sacred Flame ad nauseum? Then we can consider whether you'd look cute, or not.
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Did you make Tama jump memorize the entirely of the history?
[ While they could be normal, they decide to make it difficult by leaning into his space and reaching around him to grab another book. Now they will behave and read to him! ]
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[ ehe. he seems to be in a little better of a mood with the joking - light, amused. ] I've never seen you once make a costume change.
[ mx always in a mask!!! also they can grab any book they like. a history book, a mythology book, a crime novel? whatever you want ]
can't believe i added a word or lost a word
I haven't had the occasion to dress up differently. Are you planning on offering me one?
[ They can go with the crime novel. Maybe they can make bets on whodunnit if Temenos doesn't know the spoilers already ]
help
One who live in the shadows often hides their face. [ stupid monologue that makes his eyebrow twitch, but. since rabbit is insistent on being all up in his grill, he leans forward a bit and prods them in their mask. ]
Perhaps I'll find the occasion if you change entirely.
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It is affection week, and unlike those with catholic sensibilities, they are used to showing affection through touching or gestures. ]
You already know what you must do if you want to see more, dear.
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Give you something in exchange?
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That is quite tempting actually. What would you offer?
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[ mx gambler ]
Should that not be my question? The night waits, not strikes.
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You could give a try once in a while. [ It seems like they are considering it. ]
I don't want to just tell you what you need to do, but I might consider ceding to you this if you ask for it.
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[ he's the inquisitor, after all. he asks. someone answers. simple as that.
but. after a long moment - and what a marked difference, compared to the awfully tight-lipped way he was around phoenix just a few days before... ]
Fine. [ alright. ] Show me your face, then, Rabbit.
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You know, there is a part of me that will miss having this as a secret from you.
[ Moving their hand to their mask to lift it up. Pausing for a moment. ]
I do intend on getting something in return for this though.
[ And with that... ]
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Hello, my dear bunny. What do you think?
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but oh. as ever, temenos is very placid, though he does smile when she pulls the helmet off, a bit softer at the edges than he might have before. ]
I think I'm quite glad to see your face. [ it's a step in trust, really - for someone who doesn't trust much. ] And am I to keep calling you Rabbit, like this?
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