[ he's going back to his original task, now, opening the fridge to get a drink - and briefly turning his hand, a reminder of that golden pride crown. ] If I make a decision, I stand by it. I don't particularly care for deception, either.
[ He does spot the pride crown on his hand though, and there is a bit of kinship there...and understanding. He can see how someone would be too proud to partake in deception.
I mean, that's not Vlad, despite also being pride, but. He can see it. ]
Suppose presenting was the problem in general. [ snrk ] It had come up before, during the trial itself, though. How very generous of you to be the one to take the heat.
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[ he's going back to his original task, now, opening the fridge to get a drink - and briefly turning his hand, a reminder of that golden pride crown. ] If I make a decision, I stand by it. I don't particularly care for deception, either.
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[ He does spot the pride crown on his hand though, and there is a bit of kinship there...and understanding. He can see how someone would be too proud to partake in deception.
I mean, that's not Vlad, despite also being pride, but. He can see it. ]
...how can I trust you?
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I'd put it on the honor of the Black Iron Camp. [ mm. there. he comes out with a cold tea of some kind. ] My men.
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[ he's still not certain, but, well, you can never really be certain, can you? But as far as Vlad can tell right now...he seems trustworthy enough. ]
Very well. I'll take you at your word. For now.
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[ just out of curiosity. gu yun shuts the door and fiddles around in the cabinets, looking for a glass. ]
Seems you attracted ire for your - you said, what. Marketing?
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But yes. Marketing--the way I presented myself. It appears people didn't appreciate it.
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Suppose presenting was the problem in general. [ snrk ] It had come up before, during the trial itself, though. How very generous of you to be the one to take the heat.
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Obviously, it backfired.