[He's just not built for much other than business, in his opinion.]
Yes, and I recommend we put them in writing in full. If at any point during the negotiation you decide you'd like to change your mind, I'll honor your wishes.
And I'll assert as I did before: I'm not all that interesting. There's nothing exciting to be told, though I'll gladly fill you in on my background and, I suppose, my prior combat abilities.
[He texts her a short list of vegetables.]
I've acquired the spices already, though I have yet to test out the amounts. You'll have to be my test subject. How brave are you feeling?
You know we're going to argue about that continuously. I don't think myself interesting either. And yet, here you are, the royal adviser who can fight, cook, and negotiate.
Not to mention kisses well enough to make my knees go weak.
[She laughed quietly. Oh, the vegetables were easy enough to get. It also gave her a hankering for expanding her home garden, maybe get some planters when she could afford it. She didn't think Somnus would mind.]
Considering we're talking about Bonding, something I had planned not to do-quite brave. I want to see you go wild in the kitchen tonight.
[It makes him feel a bit content, knowing they have so much to explore about each other. Even though they've crossed some other barriers first.]
You'd planned to not heed the warnings? Bold of you, and perhaps foolish. We'll discuss the terms in detail, then. And yes, I'll go quite wild during the process, and perhaps even after.
[They've certainly sprinted across a few barriers. But not all of them, not yet.]
I had planned to wait and see. Seek who could stand against my personality at my best-or worst. There's too many strangers to know who'd be the best for me.
I look forward to our discussion.
[And she made a sound. Not quite a growl but a very interested noise.]
[Hello there, hope someone doesn't mind a random text from a total stranger! It took him a couple of tries to find the right contact but... Who doesn't like random text messages?]
Nah, no. Nothing's the matter was just talking to him the other day and he mentioned he was going through some pain because of his monster changes. He's a good guy but seems like he's been trying to keep it to himself.
Good to know. I've been focused mostly on offensive and support magics, so I'm afraid I've neglected things like that. I'll make sure to study that immediately.
He tries not to inconvenience anyone, but even I can see he's suffering. I hadn't the faintest idea to what degree. Even I have a long way to go.
Yes. Three in total. Not that it's normally taxing, but the full moon can be a bit difficult to schedule. Don't pass that information along. He'll think I think him an inconvenience.
He'll be fine. He's tough, really, in all the ways that count. However, I'll get to studying those spells at once.
It's quite fulfilling, actually, as I care a great deal for each of them. However, I'm beginning to question suddenly if I'm doing them a disservice by having them all. I feel capable until I hear things like this.
I'll do that and then some. He is a good man. I'm glad he has made a friend or two.
We're not all perfect right off the hop, man. If you care about them as much as Prompto seems to care about you I'm sure you'll handle it all in the end.
[Not perfect? Don't say that to the perfectionist, no matter how aware he is of the truth. He hasn't been allowed to slip a day in his life since he was a child, and he won't start now.]
Excactly a week after the disaster dream; voice
[There's a pause; how to say this without sounding awkward...]
I've decided.
You haven't decided on what your vows will be, have you?
voice
[No emotion in his tone. All business, though soft, brisk business as is Ignis' way.]
I gave them nary a thought, as promised. Should I have?
voice
No, I think not. Because these vows are something we need to brainstorm and agree on together, yes?
Else we might bicker on preset ideas, and that would be counter productive.
voice
Yes, and I recommend we put them in writing in full. If at any point during the negotiation you decide you'd like to change your mind, I'll honor your wishes.
voice
That's a good idea. And remember Scientia-if you feel the same way, I'll respect it. And I will take any offer of other candidates with an open mind.
[Well. Mostly.]
voice
Indeed. I believe we're both intelligent and open-minded enough to reach a compromise, however.
voice
perhaps after the initial discussion we can cook together? Is there any recipes you'd like to try?
voice
There are a few things from home I want to try to recreate here. Would you care to try them?
voice
I'd like that.
Is it one of your favorites? I'd like to learn how to replicate those.
voice
A few of my favorites, and those of my companions. We have a varied palate, so of course I have an expansive repertoire.
Perhaps we could discuss our terms and vows over dinner soon?
voice
Tease. Now I'm more interested in ever.
But-yes. I'd like that. Very much. Whenever you're free.
voice
I must do something to keep you interested in me. I'd hate to suddenly become boring just because we've Bonded.
I have nothing but time. Shall I show you one of my curries, say, this evening?
voice
Fool. You don't have to cook to keep me interested. I still don't know much about you, you realize.
You have curry recipes?
[She's done and lit up. No take backs Ignis!]
I'll be there. I can pick up things on the way, if you need me to.
voice
And I'll assert as I did before: I'm not all that interesting. There's nothing exciting to be told, though I'll gladly fill you in on my background and, I suppose, my prior combat abilities.
[He texts her a short list of vegetables.]
I've acquired the spices already, though I have yet to test out the amounts. You'll have to be my test subject. How brave are you feeling?
voice
Not to mention kisses well enough to make my knees go weak.
[She laughed quietly. Oh, the vegetables were easy enough to get. It also gave her a hankering for expanding her home garden, maybe get some planters when she could afford it. She didn't think Somnus would mind.]
Considering we're talking about Bonding, something I had planned not to do-quite brave. I want to see you go wild in the kitchen tonight.
voice
[It makes him feel a bit content, knowing they have so much to explore about each other. Even though they've crossed some other barriers first.]
You'd planned to not heed the warnings? Bold of you, and perhaps foolish. We'll discuss the terms in detail, then. And yes, I'll go quite wild during the process, and perhaps even after.
voice
[They've certainly sprinted across a few barriers. But not all of them, not yet.]
I had planned to wait and see. Seek who could stand against my personality at my best-or worst. There's too many strangers to know who'd be the best for me.
I look forward to our discussion.
[And she made a sound. Not quite a growl but a very interested noise.]
Is that a promise?
voice
I'll see you in a few hours?
voice
I'll be there.
Text;
Hey, is this Ignis? Or Iggy?
Text;
This is Ignis, yes.
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Figured I'd check in with you.
[HE'S TELLING ON PROMPTO.]
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That sounds like him. I'll see to it that he's given some treatment. Thank you for letting me know.
I'm glad to know he has friends who will tell us things he won't say.
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The witch I'm bonded with learned a few pain relieving spells for me so I know they're a thing. Just thought I'd pass along that info.
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He tries not to inconvenience anyone, but even I can see he's suffering. I hadn't the faintest idea to what degree. Even I have a long way to go.
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Just wanted to make sure he'd be okay. He said you had another monster you watch out for.
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He'll be fine. He's tough, really, in all the ways that count. However, I'll get to studying those spells at once.
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And don't worry, I won't pester him again about it. Just glad he's got someone looking after him.
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I'll do that and then some. He is a good man. I'm glad he has made a friend or two.
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I'll see to it at once. Thank you again.