new muse is not pleased and pretty darn vocal about it

[174awhile]

You're very fortunate, to be unable to even imagine the horrible things I wish I was capable of doing to you right now.

Taking me from her, not allowing me to know whether she's safe - [ he can't bring himself to say "or not" ] - and somehow taking away my ability to hear the minds of others. And for what? Your silly whims, your unbelievably selfish desires that can only lead to dead-ends? And here I'd thought I'd set up the sole permanent residence in the corner of that market. I never expected I would acquire a roommate.

You know, if I wasn't thoroughly livid, I would be highly intrigued by this whole situation. Existing in your mind, yet unable to hear all of it, only what you choose to share with me...

I hope you're not foolish enough to expect me to cooperate beyond what is necessary. I do know that you don't feel badly enough to warrant the consideration of absolution. Not that I could, anyway. If she's suffering in any way because of my absence, there can be no forgiveness.

Now that we're on the same page, let me be. I don't trust that I can stay composed for much longer.

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Despite icons, is not Hermione Granger.

[seaspraysorceress]

...you sparkle. Why the heck do you sparkle?

thanks for the heads up, I'd have assumed and been very confused as to why she was saying "heck"

[174awhile]

[ OSHI- uh. well. shit. fuck it. secrecy hardly matters in this place, that much he knows. ]

After everything I've said, that's what concerns you?

I'm not sure why that happens, to be perfectly honest. It's just a side effect of becoming a vampire.

nah, she's an obscure Marvel character.

[seaspraysorceress]

No, burning to ash when exposed to the sun is a side-effect of becoming a vampire. Not body-glitter.

ah, I see, said the blind man

[174awhile]

According to old conventions. It'd be awful to be that easily done away with, though, don't you think? I prefer the status quo to that alternative.

[in_loveless_memory]

You're clearly new to all this. Allow me to disillusion you, your mun won't listen. Not only will your mun not listen, but your mun will outright not care about what you expect or do anything you ask even if it's nicely.

[174awhile]

In other words, I should resign myself to this fate?

[in_loveless_memory]

In other words, don't actually expect any sort of kindness ever. You'll be less disappointed.

[174awhile]

Did I seem as if I was expecting kindness? When I was unwilling to offer my own?

Disappointed is an understatement, to say the least.

[in_loveless_memory]

Well, that sort of puts you ahead of others. [Ritsuka still isn't impressed, however. One ear twitches.]

You were pretty wordy already, I saw.

[174awhile]

It's not a competition, as far as I'm aware. [ That's fine, Edward's not here to impress. That twitch draws his attention to the fact that Ritsuka has cat ears, but he's polite enough not to comment on them. ]

I'm surprised you - or I should say your mun - endured all of that and still held some desire to engage me.

[in_loveless_memory]

You can thank a little blond girl in my mun's head for that. She's fond of you but when our mun saw the content she thought I would be better suited for the situation.

[174awhile]

[ Okay, now it's frustrating to not be able hear Ritsuka's thoughts. ]

Do I know this girl?

[in_loveless_memory]

In theory you would.

[174awhile]

Are you going to have me guess? I'm not really in the mood for games, if you don't mind.

[in_loveless_memory]

I didn't know if you actually cared, you seemed preoccupied. You can meet her if you want?

[174awhile]

I apologize, I don't mean to disengage you. A distraction would be more than welcomed, however.

1/2

[in_loveless_memory]

[He shrugs.] It doesn't bother me.

Wait a moment then.

2/2

[madcuriosity]

[Alice gazes at Edward and offers a smile. Unlike Ritsuka, she's slightly more inclined to be welcoming.]

How do you do, Mr. Edward?

[174awhile]

[ He can't help but smile in return. Now the "in theory" bit makes sense. He works to keep the smile on his face, wishing Bella could be here to enjoy this too. ]

Alice Liddell. It's an honor to meet you. I hope I can trouble you to pass along a thanks to your friend for the opportunity.

[madcuriosity]

I shall be sure to tell Mr. Ritsuka, though he's such a grumpy sort you know? He's polite, though... well... usually anyways! I'll be more than happy to pass it along to him! [She blushes lightly at the "honor" part and shakes her head.]

It's very nice to meet you, Mr. Edward. I hope things do get better for you. You know, sometimes I see a Miss Bella here! I'm sure you'll find her here. This place allows you to meet all the most peculiar sort!

teach me how to type as fast as you holy moly

[174awhile]

[ He chuckles at her entirely too endearing demeanor. ] He did give me some good advice, and for that I'm grateful.

The pleasure is all mine, I assure you. [ At the mention of Bella, he stops breathing. Sorry, Alice, he can't help being an obsessive worrywart when it comes to her. ] She was here? Recently? Please, tell me everything you remember of your last encounter.

Just practice I guess? ^^;

[madcuriosity]

Oh, he's incredibly smart! He reads all sorts of philosophy books! I've never read one myself but I'm sure they must be very difficult texts.

[She does understand, she knows he worries. However, she is sad to deliver the news.] It... was months ago, Mr. Edward. She was fine, she wasn't in a game, just talking to her writer about how it was a bad idea. We... didn't talk much I'm afraid. But sometimes, when someone you love shows up here, others show up too!

I will play my newbie card yes

[174awhile]

I don't doubt it. [...] Alice Liddell, reading a philosophy book... Now that I would want to hear.

[ If it was possible for an immortal to worry to death, he'd be a goner. He nods stiffly, breathing again, still tense but he's able to speak normally. ] Thank you. Truly. Just as long as she was all right, that's enough for me.

Lol it's alright :D

[madcuriosity]

[Alice wondered if she had just been insulted. Surely not.] I know all sorts of stories, if you'd rather hear those?

[She offered him a smile, trying to make him feel better.] I'm sure she'll show up eventually! I mean, even Cheshire Puss appears in this place, and he's... well he's Cheshire!

<3

[174awhile]

[ It's more of a compliment! Really. ] I'd be delighted to listen to anything you'd be willing to share with me.

[ He returns it to the best of his abilities, not wanting to burden Alice unnecessarily. ] I can't deny that I long to see her, but it might be better for her to stay where she is. These "games" don't seem to be what anyone would call safe, and that's saying something, considering where she comes from. [...] How often do you see those from Wonderland?