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Post by Genghis Khan on Jun 2, 2007 16:32:14 GMT -5
*Genghis lowered his head.*
"Do you think so little of me that you will not even tell me what it is? Is it so impossible?"
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Post by Emily on Jun 2, 2007 19:05:31 GMT -5
"It's not that...exactly...it's..." *she groaned lightly.* "It's me. I'm my own worst enemy."
*She rubbed her forehead wearily, leaving soapy smears of bubbles across her face, but not caring.*
"I want to fall in love someday. I want to be loved. But I can't let anyone get close enough to do that, because the last time I let my guard down around someone I trusted, things went horribly, horribly wrong. And now that I am the way I am..." *she glanced pointedly at her hands and wriggled her fingers.* "With this power...I used it for vengeance. I'm not proud of that fact, but I did."
*She went back to her dishes.*
"I don't want to hurt people--and I'll have to, if I let them hurt me. It's just better this way."
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Post by Genghis Khan on Jun 3, 2007 0:30:01 GMT -5
*Genghis was very still and quiet for a while. The L word. Run away the other direction. He finally lowered his eyes and nodded once, acknowledging her comment with a humble tone.*
"I will not lie to you, that is something I cannot promise you. I have found such things...complicated at best."
*He took one step back, respectfully.*
"I regret that I am unable to satisfy you."
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Post by Emily on Jun 3, 2007 0:33:39 GMT -5
"Like I said, it's not you," *she shrugged, and her tone was light and non-committal.* "I just...ugh." *She shuddered.* "People. Together. It's so wrong."
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Post by Genghis Khan on Jun 3, 2007 0:37:53 GMT -5
*Genghis gave her a half-bow in recognition. His words were hesitant.*
"I too understand the importance of being alone. I have spent many years without a woman at my side. It has help protect me, but also makes me rigid and out of place socially. I can observe others, but cannot touch them. That is the only way to preserve one's way of life."
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Post by Emily on Jun 3, 2007 0:40:54 GMT -5
*For the first time, her smile was a touch genuine.*
"Wow." *She said quietly.* "I didn't think anyone would ever even try to understand. Everyone just treats me like a freak or a write-off."
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Post by Genghis Khan on Jun 3, 2007 7:54:48 GMT -5
*Genghis felt a touch of hope. It was a truly bizarre thing. He realized that if he was to earn her gifts it would require just that. Earning. No taking. How frustrating. But it would be worth it. He tried to tell himself that that was all it was, but deep down, the heart that he told himself he had given up long ago began to ache. He hesitated before answering softly.*
"I may not be able to provide what you truly seek, but if you would allow my companionship on any level you are willing to take, it is yours."
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Post by Emily on Jun 3, 2007 9:12:03 GMT -5
*Emily gave a lopsided grin.*
"I'm a good friend," *she promised.* "I have to be--it's the best thing I've got to give."
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Post by Genghis Khan on Jun 3, 2007 9:42:36 GMT -5
*Genghis bowed his head to her somberly.*
"I would be honored to address you as friend. It has been a long time since I have called anyone by that name."
*His lashes lowered respectfully.*
"That is, if you will have me."
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Post by Emily on Jun 3, 2007 18:23:05 GMT -5
*Emily cocked her head to one side and grinned.*
"Of course I will. Why wouldn't I?"
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Post by Genghis Khan on Jun 3, 2007 20:33:39 GMT -5
*Genghis looked up, a bit out of his element.*
"You just...I seemed to vex you. I was not certain the prospect would please you."
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Post by Emily on Jun 4, 2007 8:52:53 GMT -5
"It will be interesting, that's for certain. And don't worry--damn near everything vexes me." *She smiled and stuck out her tongue, making a funny face.*
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Post by Sherlock Holmes on Jun 4, 2007 17:58:40 GMT -5
((Man. I think you're *my* new OTP, too))
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Post by Emily on Jun 4, 2007 18:48:49 GMT -5
((O RLY?))
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Post by Genghis Khan on Jun 4, 2007 22:49:23 GMT -5
((I'm glad that the luv of Emily/Genghis is apparently spreading. I know he doesn't deserve it.))
*Genghis offered a small smile.*
"As long as it is not just me that does so."
*He looked around the kitchen for a moment.*
"It would be my pleasure to host you at my camp at some point when you are available, should you be willing."
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