Behind that smile lies mischievous intent.

[earlofphantoms]

Well this is unexpected. I thought you only had interest in my son and his intriguing butler.

{He smiles easily, resting his cheek against his hand.}

You have exceeded my expectations and that is not an easy feat.

{Is he making fun of me? ...I think he is. ;-;}

Comments

[earlofphantoms]

I have often found it difficult not to care.

Perhaps it's my personality.

[sleepygunsman]

I don't see how she can bother you...You seem like you don't have any big flaws....

[earlofphantoms]

Everyone has at least one flaw. Whether or not it can be considered big is a matter of opinion.

[sleepygunsman]

True but you seem nice....and warm....

[That, or it may be him and his possible big brother/male role model issues...]

[earlofphantoms]

Is that so? {He visibly brightens.} I do try my best to be accepting.

[sleepygunsman]

It's nice to see some who still are...

[earlofphantoms]

Is that uncommon?

[sleepygunsman]

Kinda...I don't see it often outside....

[earlofphantoms]

Outside of where?

[sleepygunsman]

My unit......

[earlofphantoms]

Are you apart of the army?

[sleepygunsman]

......Kinda....

[Unsure if he's allowed to say. ]

[earlofphantoms]

You seem young.

[sleepygunsman]

Not like I'm anyone important....

[In other words outside his organization no one knows he exists. ]

[earlofphantoms]

I'm certain you are important to someone.

[sleepygunsman]

You are?

[He has his doubt ]

[earlofphantoms]

I am. Everyone matters to someone.

[sleepygunsman]

What if they're dead?

[earlofphantoms]

They are still with you in spirit.

[sleepygunsman]

Wouldn't they go somewhere else?

[Childish curiosity. ]

[earlofphantoms]

Perhaps, but who says that realm is separate from ours?

[sleepygunsman]

I suppose....But wouldn't it be weird if they always watched you?

[earlofphantoms]

I'm sure they have the courtesy to look away when you wish for privacy.