..?
No, not particularly! My days aren't too jammed, though!! This doesn't relieve me of duty.
Chore duty.
My enemy..
[ Peach grimaces before exhaling deeply ]
But that's okay! You're here! And so am I.
[ nods nods ]
[ Their fuzzy hand felt ticklish, he looks at them then immediately averts eye contact ]
I would appreciate that, a lot.
I hope it won't be a bother to you.
[ Once he starts feeling guilty he reels back his hand ]
I'm sure you have better things to do don't you?
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[ Glancing back up at Yin, their other hand taking his so its not interfering with their crutch use. ]
Might I ask why, Yin? Do you require companionship? Will that quell your loneliness ache?
I'd be willing to help, I love helping!
[ smile ]
Uh—I don't...think so? I have friends, yes! Though, theres no one that I particularly. Have company of, most often.
[ Peach looks down to where Yin places his hand, their head tilting in reply ]
If I had to choose? I'd say myself. I serve as my own companion. If that's counts..
[ His now free hands went back to hold on to one of their crutches, wishing for warmth once again. ]
Besides that feathered brother of mine, I really don't have much companions.
Do you, unique monkey, have a companion?
[ Their smile grows warm as he thanks them. Peach's tail wags from side to side, giggle escaping their lips as well ]
Heheh! Of course, Yo—Yin. Your name is Yin.
.. I don't want to forget. I /can't/ forget.
[ Their grasp on Yin seems a bit shaky ]
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[ His eyes lit up, didn't really expect such a sentence like that... ]
I- uhm really? You think I'm great company?
[ His smile is crooked yet innocent, like it's the first non-complaint he's had in a while ]
Um, I think you're great company too! Despite just interacting today.
Though! If you were, I'm puzzled!! Loneliness has containment and mine hasn't been breached. Your identity should serve your own and not mine, if the correlation aligns, just as the stars.
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I find your necklace quite grand as well ! I hope to see it more often, that is to say—I hope I see /you/ more often.
You seem like great company.
[ nod nod ]
[ As he looks over the necklace they wear, Peach ends up on their tippy toes. Not for any necessary reason, simply so they'd be able to see it better without leaning down ]
A compliment?... Well shouldn't I be honored!! It's not everyday! Though... Everyday still happens...
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It truly is valuable and beautiful, many would consider selling this off for profit, but it fits much better on someone like you.
That is a compliment by the way.
[ He speaks in a monotone voice, but you can tell he's sincere about it ]
[ Head tilt ]
Would you see it the same way?
.
Oh!! Hold. I should thank you! Thank you, Yin!
[ The broken simian clasps his hands in theirs as he holds the amulet. A smile beaming upon their face ]
It means a lot!! And—well I should add it in...
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[ Peach's eyes widen at the show of his true intention. Now looking a bit guilty at their jump of conclusion ]
Ah. Sincerest apologies! It's okie dokie!
I just don't like taking it off. Though! You can peek at the craftsmanship while its on my person!
That'd be alright with me
[ He stops himself, takes a step back, and crosses their arms. Their face looks more neutral and tired. ]
Suit yourself, I was more interested in the craftsmanship
Too important to you? I understand that, I wouldn't want my necklace to be touched by a stranger either.
Sorry.