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Ah, but I am speaking to you, not Five. And I do not know what Five desires of you. Nor, truly, what you desire of him either.
But it's a matter of patience. I do not expect you to expend effort on things that are of no interest to you. On the other hand, if you desire something, then do not simply expect the other party to desire it too. Never enter into anything expecting a return on your investment in it. Attempt things because you wish to see them through, and no other reason.
If you wish to learn how to engage with Five without conflict, do it because you wish to, and do not place the expectation that he has the same wish on him. And if you do not wish to bother, if the possibility that he may not be interested in the first place keeps you from wishing to develope a rapport where he may or may not open to you, then in turn, use that energy on other things.
So tell me, what is it you wish for, with Five?
But it's a matter of patience. I do not expect you to expend effort on things that are of no interest to you. On the other hand, if you desire something, then do not simply expect the other party to desire it too. Never enter into anything expecting a return on your investment in it. Attempt things because you wish to see them through, and no other reason.
If you wish to learn how to engage with Five without conflict, do it because you wish to, and do not place the expectation that he has the same wish on him. And if you do not wish to bother, if the possibility that he may not be interested in the first place keeps you from wishing to develope a rapport where he may or may not open to you, then in turn, use that energy on other things.
So tell me, what is it you wish for, with Five?
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[He hums thoughtfully.]
To tell you the truth... Nothing in particular. Or rather... Hmmm.
[He finishes the rest of his tea, then reaches to pour himself some more.]
I think he is insecure when it comes to his siblings because he cares about them but he's aware that he isn't too good at communicating with them. I do hope he gets better at it, but it's not something I have influence over, nor something I feel responsible for fixing. But I will never hesitate to point it out to him when he's being stupid about it, and I likely would confront him if he ever hurts Luther purposefully.
I do still see him positively and consider him a friend, but... Much like you said, I should not - and now, do not, - expect the same of him. We were pushed together because of our ties to Alexander instead of growing closer like regular friends, and I think that introduces an element of friction--not to mention the fact that he sees me as a threat to Alexander's well-being.
[He shrugs.]
I have my own grievances with Five, but that's for us to resolve, if the need ever arises. As things stand right now... No, there is nothing in particular I wish for. We are both stubborn and likely will continue butting heads. Perhaps we'll come to dislike each other in time, but I think that as long as we can set that aside when necessary, there's no real problem.
To tell you the truth... Nothing in particular. Or rather... Hmmm.
[He finishes the rest of his tea, then reaches to pour himself some more.]
I think he is insecure when it comes to his siblings because he cares about them but he's aware that he isn't too good at communicating with them. I do hope he gets better at it, but it's not something I have influence over, nor something I feel responsible for fixing. But I will never hesitate to point it out to him when he's being stupid about it, and I likely would confront him if he ever hurts Luther purposefully.
I do still see him positively and consider him a friend, but... Much like you said, I should not - and now, do not, - expect the same of him. We were pushed together because of our ties to Alexander instead of growing closer like regular friends, and I think that introduces an element of friction--not to mention the fact that he sees me as a threat to Alexander's well-being.
[He shrugs.]
I have my own grievances with Five, but that's for us to resolve, if the need ever arises. As things stand right now... No, there is nothing in particular I wish for. We are both stubborn and likely will continue butting heads. Perhaps we'll come to dislike each other in time, but I think that as long as we can set that aside when necessary, there's no real problem.
[He smiles a little.]
Well, you are both adults. If you wish to get closer to him or if you do not, I can only encourage you to pursue your desires. I can hope for you to be on good terms, but that is only my desire, not something that should hold any sway in your choices.
I want you to focus on what you wish for in life. What will bring you joy. Though that, too, is merely my wish for you. It is your desires that matter the most of all in your life.
Well, you are both adults. If you wish to get closer to him or if you do not, I can only encourage you to pursue your desires. I can hope for you to be on good terms, but that is only my desire, not something that should hold any sway in your choices.
I want you to focus on what you wish for in life. What will bring you joy. Though that, too, is merely my wish for you. It is your desires that matter the most of all in your life.
[...his life, huh. There's a brief moment of strangeness in his expression before he smiles again.]
Indeed. Whatever me and Five make of our relationship, we'll make it ourselves. Just--expect us to complain about one another a lot, I imagine.
Ah, but to return to your original question... Apart from Lily and Luther, it's D.Va and Serenity who I'm seeing. Although I'm surprised you did not include Absinthe in the list.
Indeed. Whatever me and Five make of our relationship, we'll make it ourselves. Just--expect us to complain about one another a lot, I imagine.
Ah, but to return to your original question... Apart from Lily and Luther, it's D.Va and Serenity who I'm seeing. Although I'm surprised you did not include Absinthe in the list.
Then I will listen to your complaints and try not to be too meddlesome.
Ah... Are you lovers with him still?
Ah... Are you lovers with him still?
Have you asked him? I think he must be fond of you, myself.
If he tells you so himself is that not quite something? He's hardly a direct or emotionally open man.
I think he'd be rather endeared to hear it, if you haven't told him so already.
I think he would find you being... greedy for attention, perhaps, quite charming.
[Oh no he can't help smiling giddily at that. There's no fixing his bad taste.]
Well, it's true that he does seem to enjoy attention, too... But nevertheless is surprised each time I mention I like him, or missed him, or anything of the sort. I know why, of course, but it's still quite cute.
Well, it's true that he does seem to enjoy attention, too... But nevertheless is surprised each time I mention I like him, or missed him, or anything of the sort. I know why, of course, but it's still quite cute.
He's quite a cute man. As are you. Do not hesitate to express what you want, I think he'll enjoy that more than any reserve.
Of course you wish for praise.
Well, does not your number of friends speak for itself?
Well, does not your number of friends speak for itself?
That is true of anyone. It is impossible to please or befriend everyone while still being yourself. But you know, being able to charm so many without artifice speaks well.
A joke? Do you not truly think you are charming by nature?
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