[She did manage to keep up with that initial comment of Hilda's, didn't she? Alright, perhaps she fell apart a little bit on the follow-up, but! No skill that was worth mastering would ever be easy, would it? And this one is essential! If she's going to re-enter noble society, it's imperative she can play this game.
Besides, as far away as it is, she will need to obtain a suitable husband at some point...a political marriage isn't out of the question, but it would be nice to be able to banter with one's paramour...]
I really do appreciate you taking the time to do this with me, you know.
[And for once, there's no forced noble airs or smugness in her voice; it's almost....genuine.
Stranger things have happened.]
You're a lot more talented than people give you credit for, Hilda.
[Some people might interpret that compliment as being, ah, somewhat back-handed? Hilda, however, is fully aware that people are rarely aware of her talents—and that's just how she likes it, thank you. Under-performer 4 life.]
Oh, I don't know about that. [Don't expect anything from her, Coco!!!] But I'll admit, it is flattering to hear such praise from the talented heir to House Nuvelle.
[Another well-tailored compliment to buoy Constance's confidence—and it isn't a lie! It's, mmm, kind of nice to be praised for this thing she does indeed excel at... but it isn't about her, really. It's Constance's night to shine, so.]
I'm always happy to spend time with you. We're friends!
[Constance has been officially adopted by the Deer, no take-backs allowed.]
[It was definitely meant to be a compliment! Constance just...isn't all that good at subtlety and/or not being uncomfortably candid with her opinions.
(if it wasn't. completely obvious)]
It's genuine, I assure you. I've very much enjoyed our time here. You, and the other Golden Deer, you...
[ooohhhhHHHH let her stop for a moment...there's a Feeling caught in her throat and it's kind of uncomfortable, just give her a minute to work it out...]
Well, you've...basically taken me in when you didn't need to and I'm...well, I'm very grateful. I only hope I can make it up to you one day.
[This is why she would never agree to take-backs...who is she supposed to watch awful TV with and drink awful wine with in the Black Eagles? Hubert? She has to laugh.]
When my house is restored to its former stupendous glory, I will simply have to have a feast in your honour!
[Can we just ignore any awkward 'Coco there's going to be a whole-ass war' thoughts? Good.]
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i pretend i do not see it (no i really didn't see it!!)
[She did manage to keep up with that initial comment of Hilda's, didn't she? Alright, perhaps she fell apart a little bit on the follow-up, but! No skill that was worth mastering would ever be easy, would it? And this one is essential! If she's going to re-enter noble society, it's imperative she can play this game.
Besides, as far away as it is, she will need to obtain a suitable husband at some point...a political marriage isn't out of the question, but it would be nice to be able to banter with one's paramour...]
I really do appreciate you taking the time to do this with me, you know.
[And for once, there's no forced noble airs or smugness in her voice; it's almost....genuine.
Stranger things have happened.]
You're a lot more talented than people give you credit for, Hilda.
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Oh, I don't know about that. [Don't expect anything from her, Coco!!!] But I'll admit, it is flattering to hear such praise from the talented heir to House Nuvelle.
[Another well-tailored compliment to buoy Constance's confidence—and it isn't a lie! It's, mmm, kind of nice to be praised for this thing she does indeed excel at... but it isn't about her, really. It's Constance's night to shine, so.]
I'm always happy to spend time with you. We're friends!
[Constance has been officially adopted by the Deer, no take-backs allowed.]
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(if it wasn't. completely obvious)]
It's genuine, I assure you. I've very much enjoyed our time here. You, and the other Golden Deer, you...
[ooohhhhHHHH let her stop for a moment...there's a Feeling caught in her throat and it's kind of uncomfortable, just give her a minute to work it out...]
Well, you've...basically taken me in when you didn't need to and I'm...well, I'm very grateful. I only hope I can make it up to you one day.
[This is why she would never agree to take-backs...who is she supposed to watch awful TV with and drink awful wine with in the Black Eagles? Hubert? She has to laugh.]
When my house is restored to its former stupendous glory, I will simply have to have a feast in your honour!
[Can we just ignore any awkward 'Coco there's going to be a whole-ass war' thoughts? Good.]