[it's probably a good thing that they move away from the topic anyway. being surprised by unexpected flattery and having to navigate it once is pleasant enough, but having it insisted beyond that means that he would actually need to think about it... and already his mind is beginning to turn in cautious, calculating ways.
so, being surprised back out of it is a very welcome turn. with perfect brows raised, he finally looks over from the jacket that he has been hyper-focusing on, and ceremoniously sets it (and the previous topic) aside.]
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so, being surprised back out of it is a very welcome turn. with perfect brows raised, he finally looks over from the jacket that he has been hyper-focusing on, and ceremoniously sets it (and the previous topic) aside.]
Does it?