[ He absolutely swears enough for the both of them - the only time she's ever come close to swearing is some grumbling in Italian. ]
You make it sound so underhanded. [ Though she knows what he means. And she does genuinely like this group, as eccentric they may be; it's not like she's much better, anyway.
And there's another twitch of her brow as he drains some more of that probably blistering coffee, before she hums in agreement. ]
We are. But working together when needed won't hurt. [ Speaking of hurt - ] Also you can wait for that to cool down, you know.
Bitter hellfire tends to make me feel a bit more alive.
[ There's probably a reason why he's a little more flippant and annoying than usual, but it's a topic that he doesn't want to touch on yet. Maybe later. ]
Are you tired?
[ It seems he doesn't want to go without Lapis, so if she's tired, he'll wait. ]
Throwing ice water on you would probably have the same effect.
[ Though she is noticing the change in this attitude, with him being more annoying than usual, but it's not her place to pry. When he wants to tell her, he will. ]
Mm? A little, I did work out a bit earlier. But I was checking if you were, since you only just arrived... [ A pause, before she shifts closer to him with an almost smug smile. ]
[ The sight of his scowl only makes her smile all the more, and she leans in close enough to nudge her arm against his - gently, so that the coffee isn't jostled. ]
Oooooh, is that it? I'm not entirely sure I believe you.
There's a long, low hum as she raises her brows - before she leans back as she finishes her coffee. ]
Whatever you say. [ She still looks way too smug, but she'll let him have some of his dignity. ] Anyway, did you want to rest a bit before heading out or... ?
[ Nacht will never say it, but he's grateful to be left alone for a bit while he recovers his dignity. Once he's done with his coffee, he makes his way to the sink and will wash his cup if it's not taken from him first. ]
We can go now.
[ Totally not because he doesn't want to go alone or anything like that. ]
[ The cup is absolutely taken from him first, Lapis plucking it from his hands as she washes it with the other. Once done, she's quick to dry them before turning her attention back to Nacht. ]
C'mon, it's not too far so we can walk.
[ Plus it'll help him get a better idea of the city layout, if they walk.
So once her shoes are back on, she leads the way outside again; slinging her purse over her shoulders. ]
Though if you buy too much, I'm not helping you carry it.
[ Nacht is quite observant, so walking would help him memorize the area as well - bound to be important, since they'll be here for quite a while. ]
I'm not that weak. [ A huff. ] I can do it myself.
[ This kind of pointy banter is per the norm for them, so he doesn't take her ribbing too seriously. While they walk, he glances around to assess the city and their surroundings. ]
[ There's a teasing lilt to her voice, though she knows he won't take her words seriously - it's always been like this between them. And she's content to lead the rest of the way in silence, comfortable enough to not feel like there needs to be small talk. Plus, she knows he'll be taking things in.
Her steps slow as they reach the pricier end shopping district, glancing up at Nacht with a raise of her brows. ]
[ Nacht purses his lips as he considers the various stores of the district. ]
I need to get some good coats. Can't work if I don't look good.
[ Black, black, and all black. Hopefully one of the suit stores has a style he enjoys. He's particularly picky about his public appearance. Time to go in and see. ]
[ Seriously. But she doesn't fuss as she follows his lead into the suit stores - happy enough to simply look and make suggestions based on what she knows he likes.
And maybe she can enjoy the view a little when he tries them on, at least he's pretty - ]
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He'll have to think about it eventually. [ ANYWAY, ] Hm, at least you're getting in their good books.
[ That's his way of giving a subtle compliment. He takes another sip of his coffee despite it being visibly steaming. ]
We're strong enough to operate without them, probably. [ They're used to working together. ]
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You make it sound so underhanded. [ Though she knows what he means. And she does genuinely like this group, as eccentric they may be; it's not like she's much better, anyway.
And there's another twitch of her brow as he drains some more of that probably blistering coffee, before she hums in agreement. ]
We are. But working together when needed won't hurt. [ Speaking of hurt - ] Also you can wait for that to cool down, you know.
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I know. I simply relish the taste of despair and suffering.
[ ???
At least he didn't say whose despair and suffering... ]
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It's only the fact they're holding hot drinks that stops her from punching him again. ]
Well, at least it's up to your suffering standards. [ She doesn't want to consider whose suffering it is, though. ]
So did you want to go shopping after you burnt your mouth and took a look around, or did you want to stay here for a bit longer first?
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[ There's probably a reason why he's a little more flippant and annoying than usual, but it's a topic that he doesn't want to touch on yet. Maybe later. ]
Are you tired?
[ It seems he doesn't want to go without Lapis, so if she's tired, he'll wait. ]
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[ Though she is noticing the change in this attitude, with him being more annoying than usual, but it's not her place to pry. When he wants to tell her, he will. ]
Mm? A little, I did work out a bit earlier. But I was checking if you were, since you only just arrived... [ A pause, before she shifts closer to him with an almost smug smile. ]
Oh, did you not want to go without me?
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[ Gah, this is embarrassing. Nacht scowls. ]
You arrived earlier, so it's your job to show me around. [ Clearly this is the only reason. He's conserving his energy. It makes sense!! ]
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[ The sight of his scowl only makes her smile all the more, and she leans in close enough to nudge her arm against his - gently, so that the coffee isn't jostled. ]
Oooooh, is that it? I'm not entirely sure I believe you.
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[ He's still going to try and grab onto his dignity regardless. ]
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There's a long, low hum as she raises her brows - before she leans back as she finishes her coffee. ]
Whatever you say. [ She still looks way too smug, but she'll let him have some of his dignity. ] Anyway, did you want to rest a bit before heading out or... ?
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[ He pointedly turns away and huffs before sipping on his coffee again. Surely the bitter flames of hell will make him less annoyed... ]
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[ Lapis is still feeling smug, since she can absolutely tell that he's annoyed. She regrets nothing.
For now, she'll drain the rest of her coffee before going to clean up, humming softly as she washes the cup. ]
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We can go now.
[ Totally not because he doesn't want to go alone or anything like that. ]
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C'mon, it's not too far so we can walk.
[ Plus it'll help him get a better idea of the city layout, if they walk.
So once her shoes are back on, she leads the way outside again; slinging her purse over her shoulders. ]
Though if you buy too much, I'm not helping you carry it.
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I'm not that weak. [ A huff. ] I can do it myself.
[ This kind of pointy banter is per the norm for them, so he doesn't take her ribbing too seriously. While they walk, he glances around to assess the city and their surroundings. ]
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[ There's a teasing lilt to her voice, though she knows he won't take her words seriously - it's always been like this between them. And she's content to lead the rest of the way in silence, comfortable enough to not feel like there needs to be small talk. Plus, she knows he'll be taking things in.
Her steps slow as they reach the pricier end shopping district, glancing up at Nacht with a raise of her brows. ]
Here we are. Which store first?
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I need to get some good coats. Can't work if I don't look good.
[ Black, black, and all black. Hopefully one of the suit stores has a style he enjoys. He's particularly picky about his public appearance. Time to go in and see. ]
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[ Seriously. But she doesn't fuss as she follows his lead into the suit stores - happy enough to simply look and make suggestions based on what she knows he likes.
And maybe she can enjoy the view a little when he tries them on, at least he's pretty - ]