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[weenwoon]

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Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

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.

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

I suppose it's true that I'm quite charming by nature!

[He smiles.]

But jokes aside, I do indeed feel grateful to have so many friends here.

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

A joke? Do you not truly think you are charming by nature?

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

[He hums.]

It's not that I disagree, it's just that I don't see it as a particularly outstanding trait of mine.

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

And what traits if yours do you find outstanding yourself?

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

My sense of humour? I'm very funny.

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

Is that all?

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

Nothing that I would call outstanding, perhaps.

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

And why is that? You have great qualities. Is it that difficult to see them for yourself?

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

[He chuckles.]

I'm not certain. Perhaps it's simply that I've never dwelt on such things?

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

It is one thing not to preen like a peacock but it is another to think yourself unremarkable in areas in which you shine.

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

Where do I shine, then?

1/2

[temperedinpride]

Aside from your wit, intellect, academic achievements and the qualities that qualified you not only to a seat at the Convication, but to head our most important Bureau?

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

Let me see. How about your compassion? Your desire to understand? Your gentle nature? Your kindness? The love in your heart that seeks always to include more within it?

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

[WOW... GAY... He does look a little flustered at all that.]

...Goodness. You'll make me blush.

[He stares at his cup for a while, thinking.]

...Perhaps I do not see those things as particularly outstanding because I expect them of myself. They feel natural.

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

Things can be natural to you while also being worth admiration and acknowledgement.

Such things may come naturally to our people in general and you specifically, but does that make them any less remarkable or worthy of admiration?

A rose may bloom every season, but it is never less beautiful or miraculous simply for doing what it is natural for it to do.

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

[Swoon!]

Well, I am quite flattered. I can't say I will start seeing these things about myself as remarkable, but... Well, it is pleasant to know they are appreciated.

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

[He sighs and reaches over to pat his hand.]

To me, it is ever a rose in bloom. Have more appreciation for yourself. And for your nature.

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

[He chuckles mischievously, inclining his head to get the pats.]

Yes, Father.

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

.... Not you as well?

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

What do you mean?

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

Oh nothing. I am just wondering when I became seen as so paternal.

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

You do fuss over people a lot.

Re: 349idk

[temperedinpride]

Should I not?

Re: 349idk

[weenwoon]

Only if you want to stop getting called a parental figure, I suppose? But I don't know how long you'll be able to go without fussing.