[ the offered hand is a comfort in a variety of ways. it let him analyze siffrin's condition more intimately, his gloved fingers feeling for the warmth of their blood pumping through their body. his thumb moving upwards along siffrin's wrist briefly, almost as if to touch where his pulse would be, but he stops just a little short. almost as if catching himself, he gives the hand a light squeeze.
he doesn't release yet. ]
Then we should give it a go. It would be a shame to miss the correct timing. I heard it was unusual for the region to get this cold in years past, so it would be a shame not to take advantage of the seasons. [ he looks back to his desk and the cape he's left draped over it. ]
[ at the statement, he gives a small huff. ] I would prefer you use every ounce of that care for yourself, Sir Siffrin. [ even if it includes siffrin, that wasn't good enough. it wasn't the same as giving their all. besides— ]
As you know, I am hardly the sort to succumb to mere cold. [ regardless, of if it's true or not, who would really know when callisto wouldn't show any hint of vulnerability, ill or not. that said, this is where he finally lets go of siffrin's hand.
at least, so he can grab his cape, placing it on, before walking back towards the door where siffrin waits. ]
but, that said: ] But, I've met many fools, and they seem to have no issues at all falling sick. [ even if he knows it is likely just said in jest as siffrin often did have a certain propensity for comedy... ] You are far from such labels. As you know, I do not give out compliments easily.
[ Ah........ Callisto........ Please, their heart....... Tugging their hat down. Mm. ]
They seem to come easy when you're talking to me, though...
[ (Maybe think on that, Siffrin. Or don't. Probably don't. It means nothing. You're just friends, after all. And Callisto simply doesn't have a bunch of them. A shame, but also...)
Whatever. Shuffling quickly off, pausing -- as ever -- to look behind to make sure Callisto's following, before continuing on. To ice skating...! ]
[ he's not to naive to believe that people always get what is deserved, but at the very least... if he had the abilities to ensure they do, he would do it in a heartbeat. whether that leads to sheer carnage, or a genuine compliment.
...
as siffrin turns to look back, callisto is sure to follow.
after a moment: ] But, I have to say this is a first to be dragged around like this.
[ Is it... Surely there are others who pay no mind to his attitude and title and-- okay, well, maybe not. That alone puts a pep in his step. Heheheh. ]
His Honorable Highness isn't an easy person to lead by the nose, after all... You're too clever for that.
[ Nevermind that. Callisto very much has been lead by the nose before. Don't worry. It may have been a little teasing before, but the next sentiment comes out a little stiffer, uncertain, easing his steps to be more beside Callisto than not. ]
If, um... you really don't want to, though, then there's no need to humor me or anything. I don't wanna force you to have fun.
[ as if siffrin could force literally any of the people he spends time with to have fun with him they're all too strong of personalities ]
[ he says, tapping his finger to the side of his head briefly, as if to physically exemplify his point. he wears the usual, slightly smug smile he always does. it's difficult to discern if this is a reaction to siffrin's praise, or if this is just another tuesday.
still, he's glad to see siffrin looks to be in decent spirits all things considered. ] You know me quite well. Do you believe me the type who would yield to force? [ so yeah, siffrin is definitely right. he's be impossible to move were he not interested in doing so. that said— ] Though, I admit if it were you, I would be deathly curious as what that would look like. [ siffrin being forceful and exerting every bit of power he has... well, it'd be a sight for sure. ]
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he doesn't release yet. ]
Then we should give it a go. It would be a shame to miss the correct timing. I heard it was unusual for the region to get this cold in years past, so it would be a shame not to take advantage of the seasons. [ he looks back to his desk and the cape he's left draped over it. ]
Shall we head out as soon as today?
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You think Callisto is acting a little odd, but... it's fine.
It feels nice, after all. His hand in yours.)
Siffrin peers at the cape, then at their own cloak.
... Thoughts for another time. For now, he nods. ]
Dress warmly. I'm sure you'd worry plenty of people if you caught a cold.
[ Himself included! Or so the tone suggests. ]
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As you know, I am hardly the sort to succumb to mere cold. [ regardless, of if it's true or not, who would really know when callisto wouldn't show any hint of vulnerability, ill or not. that said, this is where he finally lets go of siffrin's hand.
at least, so he can grab his cape, placing it on, before walking back towards the door where siffrin waits. ]
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wishing, a little, for an excuse to hold it again, but their own remains beneath the cloak laid comfortable across their shoulders. ]
Idiots don't catch colds, so I'll be fine.
[ (Hahahahahaha.) ]
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Then what does that mean for me and my own lack of ailments?
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but, that said: ] But, I've met many fools, and they seem to have no issues at all falling sick. [ even if he knows it is likely just said in jest as siffrin often did have a certain propensity for comedy... ] You are far from such labels. As you know, I do not give out compliments easily.
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They seem to come easy when you're talking to me, though...
[ (Maybe think on that, Siffrin. Or don't. Probably don't. It means nothing. You're just friends, after all. And Callisto simply doesn't have a bunch of them. A shame, but also...)
Whatever. Shuffling quickly off, pausing -- as ever -- to look behind to make sure Callisto's following, before continuing on. To ice skating...! ]
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[ he's not to naive to believe that people always get what is deserved, but at the very least... if he had the abilities to ensure they do, he would do it in a heartbeat. whether that leads to sheer carnage, or a genuine compliment.
...
as siffrin turns to look back, callisto is sure to follow.
after a moment: ] But, I have to say this is a first to be dragged around like this.
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His Honorable Highness isn't an easy person to lead by the nose, after all... You're too clever for that.
[ Nevermind that. Callisto very much has been lead by the nose before. Don't worry. It may have been a little teasing before, but the next sentiment comes out a little stiffer, uncertain, easing his steps to be more beside Callisto than not. ]
If, um... you really don't want to, though, then there's no need to humor me or anything. I don't wanna force you to have fun.
[ as if siffrin could force literally any of the people he spends time with to have fun with him they're all too strong of personalities ]
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[ he says, tapping his finger to the side of his head briefly, as if to physically exemplify his point. he wears the usual, slightly smug smile he always does. it's difficult to discern if this is a reaction to siffrin's praise, or if this is just another tuesday.
still, he's glad to see siffrin looks to be in decent spirits all things considered. ] You know me quite well. Do you believe me the type who would yield to force? [ so yeah, siffrin is definitely right. he's be impossible to move were he not interested in doing so. that said— ] Though, I admit if it were you, I would be deathly curious as what that would look like. [ siffrin being forceful and exerting every bit of power he has... well, it'd be a sight for sure. ]