05 | Audio + Encrypted Audio

[implying]

It… seems to me that the lot of us have returned to ourselves, yes? No more five year olds wandering about, thank gods.

[ He clears his throat a little awkwardly. ]

I used to be somewhat… ah, forthright, I suppose, which is the age I've lately been entertaining. My apologies to anyone I've been untoward to.

[ To Equius: ] I'd like to see you, my dear, if you don't mind. As soon as you have the time.

[ To Collette: ] Are you available? I, ah, believe I'd left something with you.

[ To Aileen: ] You've… survived the trip back to your proper age, I hope? [ There's a weak smile in this. ] How are you doing?

[ To "Hadrian": ] I hope you know I meant none of it, yes? That was only — well, I didn't know you at the time, you see. [ A beat. ] I'm sorry.

[ To Stephanie: ] This is somewhat awkward, but— well, I do apologize for the excessive attention. Somewhat out of line, I feel.

[ To Bucky: ] You are, of course, welcome to take your belongings back. …Sorry about that.

[ To Calhoun: ] I believe I owe you an apology, yes? And a dinner too, I think.

[ To Nananea: ] My dear, are you free tonight? I wouldn't at all object to some company.

[ To Sharpe: ] [ Just a pause, then a sigh. ] I'll teach you about condoms now, if you like.

Comments

responding on that encryption;

[whatsupcroc]

I've got it nice and shined up for you. Glad to have you back at this age, Vanadi.

( Her voice carries genuine warmth when she says as much. )

Though there are way more connector bits inside this thing than I had any idea existed before! I promise I didn't play around with it, though. I've kept it safe. But um... yeah. I'm at my apartment.

permaencrypted!

[implying]

Yes, well, it's good to have a little style in one's mask, I suppose...

[ naw he's not feeling jokes, so he just lets that one fall flat. a sigh. ]

Is now a good time for you?

[whatsupcroc]

I'm not entertaining or in the shower, so yeah, it's fine! Come on over.

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[chargethesebatteries]

No real need to apologize; it was kind of like a throwback to the week I moved in. I certainly wouldn't turn down dinner if you're cooking, though.

[A beat.]

Good to have you back.

[permaaudio; private]

[implying]

Ah, no, I really rather think there is, but it's kind of you to say so.

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[controlledvariable]

[Awkward sure is a good description for how she's feeling right now.]

Don't worry about it, I've dealt with worse.

[a pause.] I'm not really sure what the conventions are for this sort of situation. Congratulations on being back to the right age? [maybe that works???? She wonders how different a person he is now.]

permaaudio; encrypted

[implying]

Ah— nor am I. Usually I suggest dinner, but perhaps that one isn't appropriate here...

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[musclebeast]

Text;

[musclebeast]

D --> What is it

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[fourscience]

Ah, I was wondering if I'd hear from you. Of course you know I will make time for you!

[implying]

Of course. [ oh to hang out with someone he hasn't been a huge dick to ;u; ] Thank you, my dear— I do appreciate it.

[alwaysforhim]

Are you feeling all right?

voice

[implying]

Why, of course. [ not sounding too enthusiastic on it though. a beat. ] And, ah... I do apologize for my rudeness, last we spoke. Your ears are lovely.

[text]

[biwinning]

ii'm goiing two 2et you on fiire.

[implying]

As justifiable as that may be, I'd really rather you didn't.

private;

[sharpe]

[ Stare.

Facepalm.

Stare through facepalm. ]

private/voice

[implying]

[ verbal shrug! ]

It seemed nice to offer.

[private... audio??]

[applethief]

[ huh. he certainly wasn't expecting an apology. (what are you even supposed to do with one?) he figures he should respond in kind, at least-- even if that means the feed runs for a minute or so in silence while he attempts to formulate a response. ]

You seemed pretty earnest about it. [ he's skeptical, man ... ]

[implying]

[ dang son you're lucky Vanadi's a patient (and guilty) dude ]

I assure you, I don't mean it now.

[private and TEXT]

[seamend]

Drop the pleasantries. What do you want?

[implying]

[ CRINGE :C ]

Well, I wanted to apologize.

voice

[payback]

Time really improved your character...

[implying]

[ just. sigh. SIGH. ]

In some ways, maybe.

pretend I answered this relatively on time

[kneecaptain]

Don't worry. I already took care of it.

i will if you pretend i tagged back relatively on time

[implying]

Ah. Did you. Well... good.

I haven't shot off anything vital, I'm sure you'll be glad to learn.