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.]
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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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