That is quite a list— not that I'm complaining, mind you. I've certainly heard such things before, but it rings different coming from someone whose company I enjoy.
I'm sure I could go on if you really wanted me to, but I'd be afraid of your ego over-inflating. It'd probably explode if I don't dial it back a bit and then there'd be this big mess and all of that. Either way, there's a lot to like about someone like you. I can see how you might rub some people the wrong way and I might not always agree with what you're doing or why you're doing it, but I'm more interested in you being happy.
Well, we wouldn't want that— I've never been fond of messes.
[Hygiene is important. He's not this well-kept by accident.]
You're very kind. I'll admit, it's not often you meet someone who is willing to put such differences aside. You want to see me happy, then? That could be quite a reach; it sich things don't come easily in Ivalice. Perhaps things might be different here. Are you happy?
Happiness is usually kind of a reach, isn't it. It sounds endlessly hopeful. [But... that's Aerith. Optimistic often on the outside, even if it doesn't always reflect her insides. And she holds so much hope that sometimes she practically exudes it. There's no denying the inevitable.
His question, though... It's a little bit heavy. Heavier than she's expected it to be. She decides to answer it in a very Aerith fashion.] I'm happy to have met you. That counts, doesn't it?
I had thought to expect something a fair bit more optimistic from you. Perhaps I took your cheerful nature for granted?
[His tone is thoughtful, rather than damning in any way. He's certainly not disappointed, only curious.]
Still, that's quite a compliment coming from someone so grounded. I find myself glad to have met you, as well— and as such, I would certainly say that counts.
Most people are usually more than what they seem. [She reflects his tone with her own kind of consideration.] Now, that's not to say they aren't showing you a truth. Only that there's more beyond that. I'm sure I'm not excluded from that either.
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And neither are you. Either way, it seems you're stuck with me whether you want to be or not. I hope you're ready for infinite annoying outings!
I don't know... I appreciate some spontaneity. And honestly? I think you'll look nice in anything you wear, Balthier. You don't have to try to impress me.
[Not that she's easy. Just that clothes don't make the man.]
I am glad that we were able to agree to disagree. As for you, Miss Flayn, I rather respect your determination and persistence in standing by your point of view. It would seem we have that in common.
It seems so. Perhaps one day I shall accompany you to one of these ruins you wish to plunder and we may investigate its origins together. I am quite interested in those who lived long ago, as I am one of them.
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You dress really nicely. Very handsome. You're funny. Adventurous. There's lots about you that I really like!
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[Hygiene is important. He's not this well-kept by accident.]
You're very kind. I'll admit, it's not often you meet someone who is willing to put such differences aside. You want to see me happy, then? That could be quite a reach; it sich things don't come easily in Ivalice. Perhaps things might be different here. Are you happy?
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His question, though... It's a little bit heavy. Heavier than she's expected it to be. She decides to answer it in a very Aerith fashion.] I'm happy to have met you. That counts, doesn't it?
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[His tone is thoughtful, rather than damning in any way. He's certainly not disappointed, only curious.]
Still, that's quite a compliment coming from someone so grounded. I find myself glad to have met you, as well— and as such, I would certainly say that counts.
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[And then:]
And neither are you. Either way, it seems you're stuck with me whether you want to be or not. I hope you're ready for infinite annoying outings!
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I shall do my best to prepare myself, then. Will these outings come with adequate warning? I'd like to dress appropriately.
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[Not that she's easy. Just that clothes don't make the man.]
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[He just has certain standards.]
That said, I'll certainly keep that in mind.
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Well, just be comfortable then! That's what really matters.
[Touche, Balthier. Touche. You won't be so lucky, next time
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