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[savoy]

[ in contrast to the first time he'd addressed the network, aramis manages to keep the camera level from the start this time. he clears his throat, taking off his hat — it's all done deliberately, for effect, and the amused glint in his eyes underlines that. ]

It has come to my attention — [ a beat. ] that while my friend Porthos and I had the good grace to introduce ourselves to the ship at large, [ more like threaten everyone aboard ] not everyone is so courteous.

[ he holds up a piece of paper. on it is a drawing of athos, perhaps not quite as well done as the drawing linked to here but certainly a passable likeness. ]

This is Athos, a fellow musketeer. He enjoys wine, justice, and brooding. If you run into him, do say hello. He will be sure to appreciate it.

[ he manages to keep a straight face through all of it, but when he reaches for the camera to turn it off, the corners of his mouth are trembling upwards. ]



[ credit goes to illustrate-her ]

Comments

[savoy]

You are entirely correct, of course.

[ the smile is returned easily, and promptly. ]

[ex_halberd259]

Very good. I do enjoy it when the sun is out.

( this is turning out to be quite the fun exchange! her smile widens a little. )

[savoy]

[ why, he'd like to think that he is quite good at this. ]

I am pleased to hear it.

[ex_halberd259]

( perhaps they both are. )

And if one wishes to bask in rays of sunlight?

[savoy]

All you had need is ask.

[ex_halberd259]

It is not in my nature to ask. When I see something I want, I take it.

Or I negotiate for it.

[savoy]

Dare I ask if I am something to be taken, or negotiated for?

[ the question comes with an air of obvious amusement, but also a note of pleasure. ]

[ex_halberd259]

That all depends on you. Are you to be conquered, or a prize?

( she pauses for dramatic effect, as though she is still in the midst of deciding this herself.

slowly, a small grin curves her mouth upward. )

If you have a preference, you're welcome to share it.

[savoy]

Perhaps I will let you surprise me.

[ perhaps he should mind it that she talks of him as a prize, but frankly? nope. ]

[ex_halberd259]

( he need not fret, she has already decided: he is a challenge. neither to be conquered or won, simply equalled. and she is confident that she can provide challenge enough for him or any man. )

Then I can oblige you most easily.

[savoy]

[ that sounds like an excellent compromise, and something he would most decidedly enjoy. ]

I shall await your verdict.