You're not an idiot - I'm fairly sure nothing you say could make me believe that. Though, knowing this... I'm not going to make you handle Iris on your own if it can be helped.
[Seriously, that sounds hideous.]
As I said, if you would prefer to discuss Sanguis, we can. Although I don't know what else I have to offer you other than what I've already told you. It's just...unpleasant, for now.
[...and also likely why he's being Like This, in hindsight, but eh.]
[Yeah, in hindsight, if Sycamore looks properly at that last exchange - and how quickly Lysandre jumped to wanting to kick him out - Sanguis' influence becomes fairly obvious. How insidious; the lack of transformations and Lysandre's generally calm demeanour made him completely drop his guard. Even after spending the trip here reminding himself not to bite at anything nasty his friend said! Failed step one, thoroughly.]
I still maintain that it will be hideously awkward, but if you want to come over, I'll...allow it.
[He'll also shift his hand away from Lysandre's, should he be growing tired of his touch.]
I just want you to agree to leave if I'm being a complete and total embarrassment, Lysandre. I meant it when I said that Iris makes me really emotional and I'd prefer not to sob all over you.
If that's genuinely what you want, then I can. ...Especially since that's decidedly less alarming than "I'm going to do something I regret and then I'll hate myself," you know.
[JUST. JUST SAYING.]
If I had told you anything like that, you wouldn't have allowed it either.
[He does, he promises. Even if the compulsion to change the subject to something lighthearted or funny is still overwhelming. Do we really have to talk about this...]
I've never been good with...
[-let him. wave his hands in the air as he tries to find the words-]
...this sort of thing. [#nailedit] I hate it. It's why Iris really gets under my skin and I don't like to talk about it, much less show it. I'm not saying I don't appreciate the offer, I do, I just...
[....will...groan again and bury his face in his hands, half because he hates this topic, and half because he knows that now you're definitely not going to let him drop it.]
[He doesn't pull away from the contact just yet; he seems fine leaving his hand where it is.]
...It's going to be fine, Augustine. I simply see no reason to leave you to be upset like that if I can do anything about it. You know how I tend to be.
[...well. He doesn't want to make it Weird, but Lysandre is free to leave his hand there as long as he likes. The contact is nice, and not just because of the chroma he can feel forming.]
I do appreciate it, despite how I'm acting.
[He's smiling that tired smile again. There's even some eye contact, this time! Incredible.]
I can't say I'm sure if you'll be able to do anything about it, but I suppose I'm willing to try. My transformations tend to look good, at least?
[He promises he's not trying to change the subject, but that's....sort of comforting. If he has to be an emotional disaster, at least the 'rabbit' ears look cute.]
[Oh, that will make him laugh; to say this is an improvement over the past while is...something of an understatement.]
Well, now I can't wait to hear your opinion. Maybe allowing you to visit me isn't such a bad idea after all.
[He's still not thrilled by the prospect, but...well. Most of the emotional breakdowns had been because Lysandre was dead, and now that he's here...perhaps he might actually enjoy Iris? Hmm. There's some research potential there....]
I do feel a bit cheated, though. Where are your cute ears or horns? Doesn't seem fair, really.
There isn't much of it at the moment, and it doesn't seem too intrusive, but there is something.
[He'll push one of his sleeves up at that, revealing what appear to be scales of some sort? They're a pearly-looking orange and white; sort of pretty in their own way, except for the part where they're, you know, growing on a person.]
I imagine that's going to progress, though it's in reasonably small patches for now.
[Ooh! Even more of a distraction from the previous topics! This visit is getting better and better.]
Ah, I see! How fascinating! They're quite beautiful, aren't they? I mean, knowing you, I shouldn't be surprised, but still....
[He'll gently run a finger along them, taking in all the detail. This really is interesting - most Sanguis tended to report 'dog' features, so seeing scales....hm!]
I wonder if they're 'fish' - think Magikarp - or 'snake' - think Ekans - scales. Either way, I think you're rather lucky. Nice and unobtrusive, and easily hidden!
I don't have any argument with them, at least. They do have the basic courtesy to look presentable, and for the time being they aren't affecting my face.
[...okay, he doesn't mean to laugh again, but that. that is such a 'you' comment-]
I'm sure Sanguis wouldn't have the audacity to touch your lovely face, Lysandre. It's good to hear you've got your priorities in order.
[Honestly, the levity is...rather nice. This is a much better topic of discussion than how the moonblessings ravage their emotions! In fact, we should just never talk about that one again. Parfait!]
Magikarp does make sense, though. I'm assuming you won't be 'Splash'-ing water at me any time soon, though?
[....well. This sounds like the appropriate time to get a move on, so....he'll stand up, brushing down the front of his clothes (mainly to give his hands something to do).]
Well, I guess I'll leave you be. You're in a far better state than I expected, so I'm fairly confident you'll manage the rest of the moon cycle. I'm only a call away, if not.
[.....
He feels he should say something else, otherwise the silence is going to drag on to the point of awkwardness, but for a moment, Sycamore isn't quite sure what to say.]
....I'll be less....like this, next time. Promise.
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[Seriously, that sounds hideous.]
As I said, if you would prefer to discuss Sanguis, we can. Although I don't know what else I have to offer you other than what I've already told you. It's just...unpleasant, for now.
[...and also likely why he's being Like This, in hindsight, but eh.]
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I still maintain that it will be hideously awkward, but if you want to come over, I'll...allow it.
[He'll also shift his hand away from Lysandre's, should he be growing tired of his touch.]
I just want you to agree to leave if I'm being a complete and total embarrassment, Lysandre. I meant it when I said that Iris makes me really emotional and I'd prefer not to sob all over you.
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[JUST. JUST SAYING.]
If I had told you anything like that, you wouldn't have allowed it either.
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[He does, he promises. Even if the compulsion to change the subject to something lighthearted or funny is still overwhelming. Do we really have to talk about this...]
I've never been good with...
[-let him. wave his hands in the air as he tries to find the words-]
...this sort of thing. [#nailedit] I hate it. It's why Iris really gets under my skin and I don't like to talk about it, much less show it. I'm not saying I don't appreciate the offer, I do, I just...
[....will...groan again and bury his face in his hands, half because he hates this topic, and half because he knows that now you're definitely not going to let him drop it.]
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...It's going to be fine, Augustine. I simply see no reason to leave you to be upset like that if I can do anything about it. You know how I tend to be.
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I do appreciate it, despite how I'm acting.
[He's smiling that tired smile again. There's even some eye contact, this time! Incredible.]
I can't say I'm sure if you'll be able to do anything about it, but I suppose I'm willing to try. My transformations tend to look good, at least?
[He promises he's not trying to change the subject, but that's....sort of comforting. If he has to be an emotional disaster, at least the 'rabbit' ears look cute.]
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[The subject change is fine for now, honestly; it seems to relax him a bit at least, which is an improvement over the past while.]
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Well, now I can't wait to hear your opinion. Maybe allowing you to visit me isn't such a bad idea after all.
[He's still not thrilled by the prospect, but...well. Most of the emotional breakdowns had been because Lysandre was dead, and now that he's here...perhaps he might actually enjoy Iris? Hmm. There's some research potential there....]
I do feel a bit cheated, though. Where are your cute ears or horns? Doesn't seem fair, really.
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There isn't much of it at the moment, and it doesn't seem too intrusive, but there is something.
[He'll push one of his sleeves up at that, revealing what appear to be scales of some sort? They're a pearly-looking orange and white; sort of pretty in their own way, except for the part where they're, you know, growing on a person.]
I imagine that's going to progress, though it's in reasonably small patches for now.
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Ah, I see! How fascinating! They're quite beautiful, aren't they? I mean, knowing you, I shouldn't be surprised, but still....
[He'll gently run a finger along them, taking in all the detail. This really is interesting - most Sanguis tended to report 'dog' features, so seeing scales....hm!]
I wonder if they're 'fish' - think Magikarp - or 'snake' - think Ekans - scales. Either way, I think you're rather lucky. Nice and unobtrusive, and easily hidden!
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[...He raised a Gyarados, he would know...]
I don't have any argument with them, at least. They do have the basic courtesy to look presentable, and for the time being they aren't affecting my face.
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I'm sure Sanguis wouldn't have the audacity to touch your lovely face, Lysandre. It's good to hear you've got your priorities in order.
[Honestly, the levity is...rather nice. This is a much better topic of discussion than how the moonblessings ravage their emotions! In fact, we should just never talk about that one again. Parfait!]
Magikarp does make sense, though. I'm assuming you won't be 'Splash'-ing water at me any time soon, though?
[yes, he knows how hilarious he is...]
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[He hates his life.]
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Magikarp can't learn Ember, as far as I'm aware, so you'll just have to remain a scientific anomaly for now.
[....as long as it's more 'Ember' than 'Flamethrower', we're doing alright. Also, have a brief nudge with his shoulder.]
I will leave Froakie with you if there's a risk you'll set your apartment on fire, by the way.
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[JUST...SAYING...]
Although I am wondering if Iris is capable of anything like that as well.
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[See? They're clearly Pokémon, so his Mega Evolution comparison is actually pretty valid!
...
...alright, kind of valid.]
You'll be careful, though? I do intend to keep my end of our agreement, just....promise me you'll take care of yourself.
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[....well. This sounds like the appropriate time to get a move on, so....he'll stand up, brushing down the front of his clothes (mainly to give his hands something to do).]
Well, I guess I'll leave you be. You're in a far better state than I expected, so I'm fairly confident you'll manage the rest of the moon cycle. I'm only a call away, if not.
[.....
He feels he should say something else, otherwise the silence is going to drag on to the point of awkwardness, but for a moment, Sycamore isn't quite sure what to say.]
....I'll be less....like this, next time. Promise.
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...Come see the goats with me during Cordis.
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...it's a date. I'll even let you buy me a coffee.
[Right, let him just exit these premises before he says something stupid.
....or, more accurately, more stupid things. Again, mon ami....please forget he said anything about Iris.]