[Hilda did indeed do the legwork this time! It's amazing what the thought of Marianne's smile can spur her to actually do—but yes, yes. Tea time.]
That sounds perfect.
[A bright smile, then, before Hilda turns to rummage through one of Marianne's cupboards without even bothering to ask. Something, something, friendship. They need a plate for these macarons; as she raises up on her tiptoes, making a grab for the perfectly sized platter, she's just doing her part.]
I always like spending time with you, [she says, like it's the most obvious thing in the world—because it should be.] I mean, Lorenz and Claude are fun, but it's better when we're together. And I was worried about you.
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That sounds perfect.
[A bright smile, then, before Hilda turns to rummage through one of Marianne's cupboards without even bothering to ask. Something, something, friendship. They need a plate for these macarons; as she raises up on her tiptoes, making a grab for the perfectly sized platter, she's just doing her part.]
I always like spending time with you, [she says, like it's the most obvious thing in the world—because it should be.] I mean, Lorenz and Claude are fun, but it's better when we're together. And I was worried about you.
[She's just sayin'.]