quietly voicetests before apping @ teleios

[capitoldarling]

Oh, c'mon, don't be afraid.

It's just like being on a stage. You've been on a stage before, haven't you? [ _{well... yeah, but} ] See, you already know what I mean. All you have to do is smile, say your piece, and leave. That's not so bad, right?

[ _{voicetest =/= being on a stage?} ]

I disagree. I think it's exactly the same. Besides, I'm doing most of the work, aren't I? [ _{noticing this tack isn't working, he licks his lips, cocking his head.} ] Let's try this one: it's just like jumping into water. It's going to feel cold until you get used to it, and then it's not so bad.

[ _{well, that makes a little more sense.} ]

And now it's over. What's next?

Comments

[hurtsnoone]

It's all about charming the person. Can't say you're under qualified there.

[capitoldarling]

[ _{a bright Capitol smile! complete with purring Capitol voice.} ]

Exactly. It's always been my strong suit.

[hurtsnoone]

[ Hey, even Cinna has to admit he was attractive. ]

I'm sure the two of you will be fine.

[never_a_contender]

You know, Finnick, not everyone likes to be on stage.

[He feels for your mun.]

[capitoldarling]

[ _{bless u Peeta.} ]

It's not about whether or not you like it. It's all whether or not you can do it without anyone realizing you don't.

[never_a_contender]

Point.

But our cases were... special. Why force someone to go through that when they don't have to?

[withbread]

[ A slight, crooked grin curves Peeta's lips at Finnick's speech. ]

I think, perhaps, I could take lessons from you.

[ He's aware he really doesn't need them, but he's complimenting Finnick on quite the persuasive argument there. ]

The real question is, does your mun know how to swim? Jumping into the water is a bit scarier for some of us.

[ Says the boy who doesn't really know how to swim very well. ]

[capitoldarling]

I'll teach you how to swim, Peeta. [ _{he manages to make even this sound a little sexual. the smiling probably doesn't help.} ] She can swim. She's a little out of practice, but... [ _{yep the widening smile definitely makes it worse.} ] I'll have no problem whipping her back into shape.

[withbread]

[ Yeah, Peeta gets that sexual undertone and smirks at him. ] The Capitol will be all aflutter when I tell Ceasar that The Finnick Odair taught me to swim. [Peeta can't quite manage sexual, but he manages mild flirting fairly well. He doesn't think Finnick is at all serious; it's just Finnick. ]

Good. We're planning a house over here, you know.

[oftheworld]

Or like jumping off a building.

[capitoldarling]

I've never tried that.

[oftheworld]

Just make sure you have a comfy haystack at the bottom.

[geese]

Got them nice and cozy in your back pocket there?

[ finnick doesn't waste time. haymitch ain't mad. ]

[capitoldarling]

[ _{have a sugary-sweet smile.} ]

Never hurts to be prepared.

[geese]

[ don't play stupid and handsome with him, ohdear. ]

Just can't keep a victor down.

[littledhampir]

I don't know why the hell you're trying to talk them into it. You're the one who's going to get screwed over in this, not the one who does the typing.

[And then why wait for the apping when I could launch sass & snark here!!]

[capitoldarling]

[ _{YEAHHH SNARKING. he snorts, cocking his head and smiling.} ]

Being in the city is somewhat preferable to my current situation. I don't see how that's a bad thing.

[littledhampir]

Really? [So dry.

Yes, Rose, other people do in fact have lives that are just as if not more dangerous than yours.]

On a scale of One to - I arrived here with my undead ex, just how bad is your current situation?

[baubled]

Gently, Finnick, gently. They can be very skittish and you wouldn't want to scare her off.

omg ahhhh wonderful hello

[capitoldarling]

She's holding up pretty well so far. Something about attraction.

hiiii <3

[baubled]

You've always had a way with the ladies.

[placare]

Hrm. Is it usually over so quickly?

[capitoldarling]

Depends on the situation.

[forcesfields]

[utterly deadpan:]

Something to calm the nerves.

[capitoldarling]

I'd rather stay sober. ...I'd say "feel free to without me", but [ _{terse little smile} ] chances are, you already have.