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[in a rather deep voice] "This is John Doe. Please leave your message. I'll get back to you as soon as I can. I may respond in text if I'm currently with Arthur. Apologies."

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I've decided that all this was an interesting experiment, but not worth the pain and effort of hitting my head against a brick wall over and over again. So, I'll leave the greenhouse--

[She stands stiffly, a hand still curled protectively over the rat that's snoozing inside her sleeve.]

But I'm through with curfew.

[He casts a nervous glance behind her and then to the doors.]

Oh? And why is that?

[Get the fuck out of here, Pagan!!! She quickens her pace, casting several glances back at John as she goes.]

I just told you why.

Yes, darling, I heard whatever you're posturing about. I want the real answer.

[He keeps his hands in his pockets and matches her pace.]

She doesn't want to apologize without making me work for it. And accommodate her. And that's my line.

[ He doesn't give a shit about Pagan knowing. ]

Sorry, Pagan.

Edited 2022-12-09 00:31 (UTC)

Because I want it to be a real apology.

[Her pace slows, and she turns back around fully.]

I can give you one that isn't well thought out anytime! But I thought we were going to have a real talk, and I met you more than halfway.

[Pagan stops with her.]

Well, what's the apology for?

Hurting him and Arthur. Obviously.

[He looks between them, lowering his voice.]

So why do you think you need to meet him halfway? You're not the wronged party, darling.

Because he wants something that is very difficult and vulnerable for me to give, that's why. Or he wants a fake apology, but I'm not giving him a fake apology.

[It's a weird little quirk of her internal sense of right and wrong. Sure, there are plenty of circumstances under which she'll lie to people. Sure, she'll hurt John if she thinks it's what Natalie needs. But if she apologizes for it, it's damn well going to be the best, most heartfelt apology in the world.]

I don't want a fake apology.

[ A little bit of a growl. ]

If you need time to work it out yourself or with Pagan, fine. I can wait. I will wait.

But I'm not going to sit here and placate you while you decide how much or how little you fucked up.

Edited 2022-12-09 04:19 (UTC)

Assuming.

[She hisses, her eyes flashing.]

You did, yes.

No, John, you're assuming I'm only looking to let myself off the hook, and as per your promise, I expect you to stop that right now.

I am not. I also said nothing about 'letting yourself off the hook'. That's you putting words in my mouth.

You said you were trying to work out how you 'think and feel' about it. And that you can't give a real apology without doing so.

What the fuck else could it mean, Misty?

[Pagan holds up his hands, physically stepping between them.]

Now I can see why you two have constant fucking rows.

I'm calling this here. Misty, darling, you're out past curfew, so why don't you come back with me? Have some tea?

John, I think I can take this from here, hm?

Of course.

...sorry.

[ He didn't mean to bicker in front of Pagan but he also didn't want to just sit there stony while she was upset. ]

I'm going up to the deck.

[A muscle in her face twitches as she clenches her jaw.]

You are welcome to bring tea and sit with me, Pagan.

[Pagan nods.]

Sounds like a lovely evening. Come with me to make it first? I hate holding two cups.

[He gives John a small nod.]

Give Arthur my regards, hm? I'll see you later.

[She gives Pagan a flat, unimpressed look before turning to head back out the door.]

And have you lock me in once I'm there? I don't think so. I'll see you out on deck!

[ He doesn't nod but- ]

Of course, Pagan. I'm sure he'll be glad to hear them. You're welcome by any time.

[ He's waiting until she's well and gone before he goes anywhere. ]

Yes, John. Thank you.

[A distracted reply, considering Misty's words. She gets an exceptionally hurt look back at her, but he'll follow her to the deck without another word.]

[Continued here.]

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