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[case_ace]

I have to admit, I didn't think you'd actually go through with it.

There's just one thing, though, if you don't mind me asking... You couldn't have given me another year or two and pulled me from then?

......

...I guess you must have your reasons.

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[onceasheep]

Is there something wrong with the way you are now?

[case_ace]

Not necessarily. But a career change [--return?] might be a nice change of pace.

Forgive him? XD;

[onceasheep]

Oh, I suppose so. But, that's good. And here I was hoping that I wouldn't have to gear up and tell you how cute you look. Y'know, chase the blues away with honest flattery. I mean, not that I don't enjoy doing that~

I only wish my range of expressions wasn't as limited as it is. XD

[case_ace]

[Not really where he was expecting that conversation to go, but he recovers quickly enough with a laugh. It's honest, at least; more so than anything else he's said.]

As they say, flattery will get you everywhere.

I know the feeling. <3 A-also, as a warning, he can be.. really forward, if given the chance. >///>;

[onceasheep]

Do you want me to?

*There's almost a shy look to him, but he otherwise appears confident. He's not really expecting to get anything out of showering this stranger with praise, but smiles are a good reward!*

[firstrate]

Oh, not so pleased with your current situation, Wright?

[case_ace]

Have I ever complained? [ ... Out loud?]

[firstrate]

Asking to gain a year or two certainly implies that. Aren't you glad that you're able to stay younger for a bit longer?

1/2

[case_ace]

Some things are bigger than my vanity.

2/2

[case_ace]

Astonishing, I know.

[firstrate]

I'm sure there are plenty of people who would value something akin to an eternal youth over a simple badge on their lapel. [That was the biggest difference between now and then, right? Other than the suit and new hairdo.]