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γ I'm glad we crossed paths again. As much as I care for your safety, you've become an invaluable person I can call a good friend. γ
Once more flashing the smile that was complimented on prior.
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Komano blinked once then twiceββ as if her words took a moment to sink in. His expression, which had been open but still modestly guarded, faltered into something quietly flustered.
The tip of one ear twitched, and he turned his head just slightly.
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β she listened to him speak , watching the way he went from an intimidating figure to a proud parent certainly warmed robin's heart. even if it was just a little more than the last time , she was happy to learn more about manato , he was one of the first people to meet +
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Pretending to inspect something off to the side that wasn't even there to begin with. It wasn't irritation that he tried to vent out but mere embarrassment.
γ You notice too much, you know that Robin? γ
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His gaze softenedββ that usual composed, almost stoic yet awkward look giving way to something gentler. The faintest curl of a smile touched his lips, though it didn't reach his thoughts.
γ Guess you could say I play both parts when I need to. γ
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β expression visibly lights up at his words , wings even perked the same way a curious dog's would.
β oh , kids .α£ oh goodness .α that's wonderful .α β robin exclaimed as gloved hands came together in a clap , a slight ruffle in her feathers.
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γ They're good kids. Loud, curious, and always get into something when I'm not looking. γ
A short exhale left him. Not quite a sigh, more like quiet amusement. It was clear there was a sense of pride when it came to those two.
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γ . . . Yeah! I'll treat them to a nice time before I grab them for more exercises. γ
γ How about you join us? It'd be on me. Consider it payback for housing the proxy here. γ
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γ One of my best decisions in my life. Inspirations that they are, as much as they try to say it back to me. They'll be raised right. γ
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Innate courage that would usually be on display simply crumbling underneath the weight of expectations, a need to really fill in a hole that required his strength
γ I uh... Adopted them a while ago. Seein' them like that made me take action. γ
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β seafoam eyes looked at him with nothing but fondness && admiration , the smile on her lips soft as silk.
β ππππππ ππππππ.... β came a soft call of his name , wings protruding from her head gently fluttered.
β you have a very beautiful heart. β
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γ Got it. What if I give them a ticket to redeem for me to take any hit thrown their way? It'd show that I'm dependable even if it's not necessary. γ
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Her words would only earn her a gaze filled with confusion and clouds, only being thrown into the void further as such actions was deemed impractical by his own mind.
γ . . . You're asking a lot out of me. It's not like I'm talented like them. γ
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. . . She knew how to push his buttons in every way possible. He never did his actions for the recognition but to ignite the long endured dream of his.
γ Y'not wrong in that. A-Cing and A-Yuet say the same thign when I take em out to eat. γ
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β β it's already a place full of violence of any && every kind.... && people suffer , their worlds suffer because of it.
kindness is the shining light in all of that darkness. i also think you're very kind yourself , mister manato. β π«Άπ»
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A light sigh of defeat escaped him as gaze fell straight to the floor, eyes dejected from the light as he continued to pondered invisible options.
γ That's the issue. I don't even know where to start. Giving them some half-ass gift isn't like me. γ
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A deafening silence would follow as he reached the back of his head to give himself the usual awkward scratch to blow away odd sensation
γ Suppose you're right. You're too nice you know that, Robin? γ
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β haha ο½ i've grown fond of this place .α it's so new && refreshing.. && the people are so nice .α the majority , anyways. ^^"
besides , i wouldn't leave without saying goodbye to the faces i've met , yours included mister manato .α
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A click of the tongue, low yet audible would echo out as she caught him pondering upon his thoughts once more.
γ Ah. Just thinking. I still owe something to the proxy. γ
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