[To be loved? Adored? Give off an air of safety or comfort? Chobe isn't necessarily against those virtues, but when raised in a time where strength means life or death, fear is the easiest way to get ahead.
His eye flicks over to her--that sheen looks good on her, but he hopes she's not getting heat sickness. He can roast here all day and be fine, but he forgets that's not the case for others at times.]
Anyway, guess I'm not exactly living up to the characterization, but you can just consider yourself lucky for now.
[ heat sickness? no. but she figures it is about due time to clean herself off and pursue other ventures. she can't ignore the rest of the hotel forever, and that sip of martini he had offered her had only barely scratched that particular itch of hers.
she sighs, slowly uncrossing her legs as she gets herself ready to take her leave. ]
I suppose it is simply enough to be thought of, [ comes her wistful hum. there is a slightly bitter twist to her lips when she smiles, but she clearly isn't in any mood to elaborate on that sentiment. ]
Should our paths cross again, you're welcome to intimidate me however you like. Perhaps I'll even humor you, and play along.
[ now her smile turns a little cheeky. this sort of teasing is a far more preferable note to leave off on, right? ]
[Cheeky and classy, a good combo. He doesn't bother getting up, but he does give a partial sitting half bow, exaggerated in gesture.]
Appreciate the consideration for my fragile ego. If I ever have to kill ya, I'll make sure it's quick. [And from him? That's a pretty kind compliment.]
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[To be loved? Adored? Give off an air of safety or comfort? Chobe isn't necessarily against those virtues, but when raised in a time where strength means life or death, fear is the easiest way to get ahead.
His eye flicks over to her--that sheen looks good on her, but he hopes she's not getting heat sickness. He can roast here all day and be fine, but he forgets that's not the case for others at times.]
Anyway, guess I'm not exactly living up to the characterization, but you can just consider yourself lucky for now.
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she sighs, slowly uncrossing her legs as she gets herself ready to take her leave. ]
I suppose it is simply enough to be thought of, [ comes her wistful hum. there is a slightly bitter twist to her lips when she smiles, but she clearly isn't in any mood to elaborate on that sentiment. ]
Should our paths cross again, you're welcome to intimidate me however you like. Perhaps I'll even humor you, and play along.
[ now her smile turns a little cheeky. this sort of teasing is a far more preferable note to leave off on, right? ]
/good to wrap!
[Cheeky and classy, a good combo. He doesn't bother getting up, but he does give a partial sitting half bow, exaggerated in gesture.]
Appreciate the consideration for my fragile ego. If I ever have to kill ya, I'll make sure it's quick. [And from him? That's a pretty kind compliment.]
Good luck finding your next drink.