[ I mean, same though. He's vain through and through and now that he has the power to really show off there's no stopping him. ...Except where technology is involved because he does make a face at that. ]
I had an actual hashbrown recently, and it's a worthless word and food. [ Huff. Actually he probably had hashbrowns coming off a killer hangover so that's not really fair. He listens though as Gil talks, almost laughing at the Solomon bit. ]
I guess we did miss some fireworks, but that's alright. [ The we is definitely new, but the pause he takes to dip into his wine again isn't. ]
I've just started "business" myself—everything is too noisy and bright here, but the payoff is worth it and so is seeing their faces when they lose. I can't let myself get rusty with faces either, like I did in the house. Aside from that, Subete has been kind enough to show me around. [ There are way too many things wrapped up in that last sentence, from his usual sarcastic edge to something that's undeniably fond if you squint hard enough. ]
[ Being vain was something that Gilgamesh could understand, considering his own everything. He'll release a little chuckle at the mentioning of a hashbrown, harkening back to their previous conversation when the confusion was made in regards to using the right word for hashtag. ]
Indeed you did. Or rather, the both of you, I suppose.
But, I also imagine it shouldn't be hard to remember the face of such common mongrels. Though they can all blend together with their lack of importance, adopting such plain faces may be child's play for you.
[ Oh yes...there were a lot of fireworks. Even later on, beyond the confrontation. But, that being said, he paid close attention to the other's words, finding some more amusement in hearing the other speak so candidly about enjoying the misfortune of losing mongrels. However, when the other spoke of Subete with the almost hidden affection...that was something he keyed in above all else. ]
That aside, it sounds as if to me that you have been getting along well with that man. Perhaps even more than I could've ever imagined, hm?
[ Ah, he looks briefly to the side when Gil restates the plural subject. It's not a mistake nor is he actually really embarrassed by it, it's just...new. Moving on though, he does smirk at the compliment at his recent winnings. It's been a good time all around lately, really.
And then Gil just calls him out because there's apparently no camaraderie between fellow tsuns. He doesn't quite blush but he sure does grin in an odd way, caught between a smile and a smirk with a huff on top. ]
Ha, you weren't part of those idiots who thought I helped killed Sakaguchi because what he drinks is a national secret. [ Apparently he's still salty about that and entire unwilling to entertain the notion that maybe they were on to something. ] But yeah, that's right. It's different, but I—
[ That's as far as he's getting because he's going for his wine again, but Gil can probably finish the sentence. Saying like is still an ordeal, but present company should understand. ]
[ He could probably be forgiven (lol) for thinking the other may have been embarrassed about it, given the reaction, right? Though if anything, Gilgamesh was sure that his teasing did incur much more embarrassment in comparison.
The ultimate camaraderie levels would be ones in which he, as King, could tease the other as much as he wished. ]
Naturally. I'm no common fool, after all.
[ But, he understands the reply well enough to respond accordingly. ]
I have no need nor any desire to wish you luck. You must have enough charm as it is if you've managed to turn him so much to your favorโand in such a manner in the first place. Though, it should be interesting to see how matters progress, and of course, you are free to bring him along with you when we meet from time to time.
[ He actually manages to laugh a bit at how Gil puts it, which helps him smooth out his thoughts and feelings. ]
I wouldn't accept it even if you did. [ He puts his now empty wine glass down on the table, not sure if he's going to ask for a refill (but the service might decide for him), and plops his head onto one hand. ]
I'm not a stranger to these kinds of things, but my interest in him is different from anyone else I had before. Our preferences and taste overlap in many ways...such as with fireworks, for instance. [ Gil is free to read into any of these words how he likes, because Hikage's mouth has only gotten more wild lately, in several directions. ]
[ He always had a way with words, when he chose to phrase them in not an antagonistic mannerโthough as one might imagine, such actions were on purpose more than not. Such was his nature.
In regards to the empty wine glass, service did well in refilling it, so Hikage now had more to partake in. Gilgamesh didn't mind his drink, really, but he took his time in drinking any alcoholic beverage and it showed.
...He also had a good chuckle at the sentence Hikage used in regards to 'fireworks' once more. ]
Oh? It seems you've become more bold since last we've spoke. But, I suspected that you would've made sure to stake your claim properly once you've...achieved success with your conquest.
The satisfaction of such a thing can be unparalleled. I should know, seeing as it is something I'm quite used to taking pleasure in.
[ All his interactions with liquor tend to go this way lately, but he'll pace himself better in current company. That's his intention at least, until he has to pick up his glass again and do his best not to laugh into it. His expression isn't quite sheepish but it's close. ]
Hah, I think this might be how Subete feels... [ Having all this particular wordplay thrown at him is karma indeed. ] I've always been this way, though. I just didn't let most people see it. He's always been an exception, as you might have guessed.
[ Rather than address the rest, he just half smirks with a slight shake of his head. A small sip of wine and he's back in the game. ]
I can see that. But you're satisfied with Solomon even still? [ Whether they've shown up in chat properly or not, some things do trickle down onto the grapevine even for those who are several vineyards away. ]
That I have. Otherwise you two wouldn't have bonded so well, even after everything was said and done.
[ Given the particulars of the accursed house, honestly. Which, even thinking about it, made him desire to take another taste of his drink, and so he did.
But luckily, it's the oncoming question that's caught his attention much more closely...for obvious reasons. ]
Oh? What's made you suddenly present such an audacious question, Hikage?
[ There's amusement that did seep verily into his tone, almost as if he were on the verge of laughter rather than any true offenseโit'd be immediate if there were any. But, he's curious to hear what the other would say. ]
[ Hmn, was that what had happened? Maybe, but Hikage has no desire to dwell on the past. The present and the future were much more entertaining. ]
For one, the Foundation hasn't been destroyed. Yet. [ There's something unmistakably dark in the end; his feelings towards the Foundation are well known at this point between them, but there's something to be said about the current he's found himself in due to his current lifestyle. ]
[ And then his expression darkened, though he was still smiling. ]
King Solomon WILL always be mine. Now and forever. There is no question as to my satisfaction regarding him, despite our difference in opinion.
Though, his desire to try to see if he could change the Foundation so is amusing. But, indeed if he had been dead, I'd have wiped out such a sad, sordid organization swiftly and be done with such a unsightly blight. With how disorganized it'd be, it would be much easier than it should be [ because of its size ] to tear it apart. I'd kill the rest of that leadership first, naturally. Followed by that bastardization of a clown; if anything I'd probably have killed him first just because of how much of a nuisance he could be and I can barely stand him breathing as it is.
Though I'd consider for some of the leaders to take my time to hear the same screams some of them may or may not have heard from those they've allowed to be experimented on. Ha! Now that would be amusing in of itself, even if it wouldn't be much entertainment for long.
[ Though Gilgamesh kind of still wanted to kill Mayuri and the leadership (his boyfriend obviously not included here.) Well, he supposed he'd spare Friskgore to keep Solomon happy. After all, he still loved the man dearly.
It's not too unusual to care about his beloved's happiness, right? ]
[ Ahh he's familiar with this, the words hum pleasantly in his ears like a favorite melody. He lets himself grin and enjoy the show, sinking back into his chair and idly tapping the wine glass as he does. There's no need for any liquor when he has all the entertainment he needs right in front of him. ]
I'm not new to this, you know? But it's good to hear that I'm right. [ But as for the rest...there's some things he gets and some things he doesn't; hikage can certainly be possessive which is the sole reason why a certain book never saw the light of day after he died, but he's also remarkably not a yan. The destruction on the other hand he resonates with soundly, it's a key part of his own relationship after all. The sparing though....]
That would be a sight to see. But I wonder if they won't test your patience again? Solomon aside, of course.
They're already living on borrowed time. It's not a matter of if, but a matter of when.
[ Gilgamesh wasn't the type to really have faith in anyone being able to change the organization...but this wasn't about faith or anything like that. He just didn't have it, bluntly stated.
Sissel had more or less expressed some worries about people being upset Solomon was in Mayuri's place as well. Naturally the easiest solution would be to kill off any possible opposition.
But, anyway, future thoughts of plans regarding killing people aside... ]
For the time being, I've graciously allowed their existence. 'I give and take away', so to speak. [ It's taketh away, but Gilgamesh wasn't exactly really a religious man. ] For now, I'll spend my time partaking in even simple pleasures such as this, and other things, while seeing what can be done about what kind of insect is coming to try to steal our future.
[ Actually he planned on trying to kill whoever was responsible for that too, but only time will see how things shake out. Maybe he won't have to lift a finger there.
He'll finally finish his first drink and service will fill it up. ]
It's almost like you possess future sight, Gilgamesh-denka. [ He doesn't even need to say he concurs, but he will take a sip of wine to that pleasant agreement. ]
An insect? Are you being specific or simply stating that they'll find themselves in another mess of their own making soon enough? [ Keeping track of what happens in chat is difficult when you're globe hopping. ]
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I had an actual hashbrown recently, and it's a worthless word and food. [ Huff. Actually he probably had hashbrowns coming off a killer hangover so that's not really fair. He listens though as Gil talks, almost laughing at the Solomon bit. ]
I guess we did miss some fireworks, but that's alright. [ The we is definitely new, but the pause he takes to dip into his wine again isn't. ]
I've just started "business" myself—everything is too noisy and bright here, but the payoff is worth it and so is seeing their faces when they lose. I can't let myself get rusty with faces either, like I did in the house. Aside from that, Subete has been kind enough to show me around. [ There are way too many things wrapped up in that last sentence, from his usual sarcastic edge to something that's undeniably fond if you squint hard enough. ]
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Indeed you did. Or rather, the both of you, I suppose.
But, I also imagine it shouldn't be hard to remember the face of such common mongrels. Though they can all blend together with their lack of importance, adopting such plain faces may be child's play for you.
[ Oh yes...there were a lot of fireworks. Even later on, beyond the confrontation. But, that being said, he paid close attention to the other's words, finding some more amusement in hearing the other speak so candidly about enjoying the misfortune of losing mongrels. However, when the other spoke of Subete with the almost hidden affection...that was something he keyed in above all else. ]
That aside, it sounds as if to me that you have been getting along well with that man. Perhaps even more than I could've ever imagined, hm?
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And then Gil just calls him out because there's apparently no camaraderie between fellow tsuns. He doesn't quite blush but he sure does grin in an odd way, caught between a smile and a smirk with a huff on top. ]
Ha, you weren't part of those idiots who thought I helped killed Sakaguchi because what he drinks is a national secret. [ Apparently he's still salty about that and entire unwilling to entertain the notion that maybe they were on to something. ] But yeah, that's right. It's different, but I—
[ That's as far as he's getting because he's going for his wine again, but Gil can probably finish the sentence. Saying like is still an ordeal, but present company should understand. ]
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The ultimate camaraderie levels would be ones in which he, as King, could tease the other as much as he wished. ]
Naturally. I'm no common fool, after all.
[ But, he understands the reply well enough to respond accordingly. ]
I have no need nor any desire to wish you luck. You must have enough charm as it is if you've managed to turn him so much to your favorโand in such a manner in the first place. Though, it should be interesting to see how matters progress, and of course, you are free to bring him along with you when we meet from time to time.
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I wouldn't accept it even if you did. [ He puts his now empty wine glass down on the table, not sure if he's going to ask for a refill (but the service might decide for him), and plops his head onto one hand. ]
I'm not a stranger to these kinds of things, but my interest in him is different from anyone else I had before. Our preferences and taste overlap in many ways...such as with fireworks, for instance. [ Gil is free to read into any of these words how he likes, because Hikage's mouth has only gotten more wild lately, in several directions. ]
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In regards to the empty wine glass, service did well in refilling it, so Hikage now had more to partake in. Gilgamesh didn't mind his drink, really, but he took his time in drinking any alcoholic beverage and it showed.
...He also had a good chuckle at the sentence Hikage used in regards to 'fireworks' once more. ]
Oh? It seems you've become more bold since last we've spoke. But, I suspected that you would've made sure to stake your claim properly once you've...achieved success with your conquest.
The satisfaction of such a thing can be unparalleled. I should know, seeing as it is something I'm quite used to taking pleasure in.
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Hah, I think this might be how Subete feels... [ Having all this particular wordplay thrown at him is karma indeed. ] I've always been this way, though. I just didn't let most people see it. He's always been an exception, as you might have guessed.
[ Rather than address the rest, he just half smirks with a slight shake of his head. A small sip of wine and he's back in the game. ]
I can see that. But you're satisfied with Solomon even still? [ Whether they've shown up in chat properly or not, some things do trickle down onto the grapevine even for those who are several vineyards away. ]
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[ Given the particulars of the accursed house, honestly. Which, even thinking about it, made him desire to take another taste of his drink, and so he did.
But luckily, it's the oncoming question that's caught his attention much more closely...for obvious reasons. ]
Oh? What's made you suddenly present such an audacious question, Hikage?
[ There's amusement that did seep verily into his tone, almost as if he were on the verge of laughter rather than any true offenseโit'd be immediate if there were any. But, he's curious to hear what the other would say. ]
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For one, the Foundation hasn't been destroyed. Yet. [ There's something unmistakably dark in the end; his feelings towards the Foundation are well known at this point between them, but there's something to be said about the current he's found himself in due to his current lifestyle. ]
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[ Is it any surprise that he did burst into sudden laughter. He practically was on the verge of it. Mirth practically sparkled in his eyes. ]
...Astute observation.
[ He seemed pleased with the answer. He still despised the Foundation. That never stopped being a thing. ]
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King Solomon WILL always be mine. Now and forever. There is no question as to my satisfaction regarding him, despite our difference in opinion.
Though, his desire to try to see if he could change the Foundation so is amusing. But, indeed if he had been dead, I'd have wiped out such a sad, sordid organization swiftly and be done with such a unsightly blight. With how disorganized it'd be, it would be much easier than it should be [ because of its size ] to tear it apart. I'd kill the rest of that leadership first, naturally. Followed by that bastardization of a clown; if anything I'd probably have killed him first just because of how much of a nuisance he could be and I can barely stand him breathing as it is.
Though I'd consider for some of the leaders to take my time to hear the same screams some of them may or may not have heard from those they've allowed to be experimented on. Ha! Now that would be amusing in of itself, even if it wouldn't be much entertainment for long.
[ Though Gilgamesh kind of still wanted to kill Mayuri and the leadership (his boyfriend obviously not included here.) Well, he supposed he'd spare Friskgore to keep Solomon happy. After all, he still loved the man dearly.
It's not too unusual to care about his beloved's happiness, right? ]
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I'm not new to this, you know? But it's good to hear that I'm right. [ But as for the rest...there's some things he gets and some things he doesn't; hikage can certainly be possessive which is the sole reason why a certain book never saw the light of day after he died, but he's also remarkably not a yan. The destruction on the other hand he resonates with soundly, it's a key part of his own relationship after all. The sparing though....]
That would be a sight to see. But I wonder if they won't test your patience again? Solomon aside, of course.
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[ Gilgamesh wasn't the type to really have faith in anyone being able to change the organization...but this wasn't about faith or anything like that. He just didn't have it, bluntly stated.
Sissel had more or less expressed some worries about people being upset Solomon was in Mayuri's place as well. Naturally the easiest solution would be to kill off any possible opposition.
But, anyway, future thoughts of plans regarding killing people aside... ]
For the time being, I've graciously allowed their existence. 'I give and take away', so to speak. [ It's taketh away, but Gilgamesh wasn't exactly really a religious man. ] For now, I'll spend my time partaking in even simple pleasures such as this, and other things, while seeing what can be done about what kind of insect is coming to try to steal our future.
[ Actually he planned on trying to kill whoever was responsible for that too, but only time will see how things shake out. Maybe he won't have to lift a finger there.
He'll finally finish his first drink and service will fill it up. ]
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An insect? Are you being specific or simply stating that they'll find themselves in another mess of their own making soon enough? [ Keeping track of what happens in chat is difficult when you're globe hopping. ]