[closed] no cat puns allowed

[dissonyance]

WHO: Leaks & 'friends'
WHERE: Stygia
WHEN: November
WHAT: Catch-all for the month
WARNINGS: Nothing yet; will update when needed


[ starters below for the month!
want something? just PM me and let's set something up!
alternatively, touch my plotting post here. ]

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[uncourteous]

[ the yes just gets a mix between a scoff and a laugh from him. somehow, it was a response that suited him. besides, he doesn't doubt that it is always a mix of the two somehow. sometimes with one leading into the other. when it comes to bearing trust in others, he isn't much better, but maybe it's his recklessness that cut some of that edge. that paired with his absolute belief in his own intuition.

besides, he could never fault for someone electing to practice some level of caution. intimacy could be the scariest thing of all, or so he would have joked. but, instead, he focuses on leaks' question. ]

If I said I was feeling completely better that'd be a lie, but I don't feel like shit anymore. [ a smile at the end as he says it, as if to say "thanks to you." ] I might also be able to avoid an infection.

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Unfortunately, I cannot do much about that.

[ he's not here to make people feel better. he's here to ensure they live long enough to see the next time they may need assistance. though he does take some pride in knowing that callisto shouldn't just keel over and die as soon as he takes a step out of this faux-infirmary. ]

If you are healthy... and you feel stronger than you did before you walked here, then I have done my duties properly.

[ look at his ears unconsciously wiggle with pride. only once. he'll never admit to it. ]

[uncourteous]

[ even for callisto, he finds it difficult not to find the sudden swell of pride... anything short of kind of endearing? considering this is the same man who discussed murder with him in such fervor on their first meeting, it almost seems ironic that the same person actually managed to save him.

an act he would naturally not forget to repay. he isn't sure how to in a land like this so opposite of his own where he doesn't carry immense status nor wealth, but... what else to use but his body, right? or so he resigns himself inwardly, before giving a small smile. ] You really are a strange one.

[ but, the words are said in a gentler manner than he's used to speaking.

with that: ] Well, if you ever need someone to vouch for your abilities. You could say your first patient has managed to survive against all odds. [ instinctively, he places a hand over his wound, pressing against the freshly sealed flesh. more quietly, he says: ] Thanks.

[ now they both have things they won't admit to. ]

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Strange...?

[ is he? leaks supposes that he probably is strange, though to what extent he's not sure. what qualifies as such? what has this man encountered and to what degree is leaks unusual compared to others callisto know? still, his tone is not harsh. it doesn't make the magician bristle. it's... he would say pleasant but...

who would seriously compliment him? praise him? it feels all too strange. ]

... I suppose I can refer to you as a success.

[ that being said, leaks finally takes the used cloths and lays them into a nearby bowl. ]

I have a humble request. Do not put yourself in unnecessary danger.

[uncourteous]

[ initially, at the word "request," he perks up. if just all the more prepared to make good on his word. if there was something he wanted, callisto wouldn't think it strange at all to try and adhere to his request. only, it's nothing that he expects.

his brows raise and he can't deny the hint of shock that actually penetrates his features. it takes him all but a second too long to correct his expression. he covers his mouth slightly, his gaze settling downwards as if he were deeply contemplating something. maybe his life?

it's odd to think that someone would tell him this. a stranger no less. to be honest, he's been far more accustomed to fake words of praise or a severe lack of actual affection or warmth from people. whether it's intended to sound caring or not, it's undeniable that is affects a part of him. that said: ]

Ha. [ he is... still himself. ] If that's all, I think I can manage. [ a small smile. ]

You too, doctor. Who else could I come to as a bloody mess?

🎀

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[ live or die, leaks feels the same. if they're meant to continue on, even here, then they will. if not? they will go and the memories will linger for as long as they should. not could or will. that's just how it is to him. it doesn't matter how fond he might become of others. ]

I am sure there are plenty that can tend to your injuries. Grievous or not.

[ but would leaks feel bad if he couldn't be here to treat callisto? maybe. ]

Familiar as you may be... it does not factor into what I do or plan to do.

[ as he turns, the tip of his tail swishes from side to side out beneath his robes, by his feet. ]