[ He gives Niah a comforting pat, though his expression is not so soft. ]
Yes, but that has always been the case. I was born into this world to serve my people.
[ It is not strong, kind, or gentle. If Yoo Joonghyuk was brought into a life to play the villain, Dimitri exists to be a prince. It is just the role he plays. ]
That was the moment I decided to live for the dead as well.
That may be, but it is still your choice to play that role.
[ In the myriad of events out of their control, Joonghyuk thinks they should cling onto the choices they do make. Agency is important, what little they have. ]
All those things... You know it does not mean you should forsake your happiness.
[ For a moment, he just stares at him. Why does he even care? ]
I will be happy when I am dead, satisfied with my reign and with my family avenged.
[ But he does finally admit, ]
That memory was... a kinder one. I have already caused enough hurt and misery that I do not deserve anything else. [ ... ] Still, I appreciate your words.
[ He thinks about it… finger tapping his forearm while his arms are crossed. This is a hard decision and he reviews Dimitri’s words, then his skills with weaponry (mostly dagger). It’s weighed against how annoyingly noble he is. ]
… As long as you keep trying, I’ll accept you.
[ Granted, Joonghyuk isn’t sure if Dimitri will accept him and his often sociopathic episodes, but that isn’t his problem. ]
[ He is not a fan of his occasional brutality but also like, has no room to talk. He actually likes Joonghyuk, even if he threatens to murder him a bunch. That's just how people communicate sometimes. ]
Thank you? I think.
[ They're Friends. Dimitri will die now for you. ]
There aren't many opportunities for joy here. But I suppose it is worth the effort of your companionship.
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In silence he watches. Alongside the crying of a child, Niah whines more, padding around to find the source. ]
You call me strong and gentle when you’ve made your decision as a child… Then your reason to live is for others.
[ There’s understanding, but he doesn’t offer pity. It never helps. ]
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Yes, but that has always been the case. I was born into this world to serve my people.
[ It is not strong, kind, or gentle. If Yoo Joonghyuk was brought into a life to play the villain, Dimitri exists to be a prince. It is just the role he plays. ]
That was the moment I decided to live for the dead as well.
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[ In the myriad of events out of their control, Joonghyuk thinks they should cling onto the choices they do make. Agency is important, what little they have. ]
All those things... You know it does not mean you should forsake your happiness.
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I will be happy when I am dead, satisfied with my reign and with my family avenged.
[ But he does finally admit, ]
That memory was... a kinder one. I have already caused enough hurt and misery that I do not deserve anything else. [ ... ] Still, I appreciate your words.
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[ His tone isn't hateful, but bitter... Don't think he doesn't notice how Dimitri stares at him. ]
Why are you looking at me like that?
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...I just don't know what I've done to warrant your concern.
[ he hasn't been exceptionally kind of anything to joonghyuk. ]
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While improper and unacceptable, a "term of endearment" is a proposal for companionship. I am making considerations in the case it's revised.
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still, he looks briefly stunned. ]
You would be... friends with me?
[ it sounds so juvenile, but he has to ask. ]
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[ Fixes the word. ]
It depends.
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He cants his head. ]
On what?
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[ Joonghyuk thinks this bar is low. ]
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I do not know if that is possible for me.
[ happiness is something for other people. he's believed that for many years. ]
Though I have been... trying. [ or rather, shinobu has been trying to beat this into his skull since crau1 ]
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… As long as you keep trying, I’ll accept you.
[ Granted, Joonghyuk isn’t sure if Dimitri will accept him and his often sociopathic episodes, but that isn’t his problem. ]
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Thank you? I think.
[ They're Friends. Dimitri will die now for you. ]
There aren't many opportunities for joy here. But I suppose it is worth the effort of your companionship.
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With all of that said: ]
Stop calling me "Yooyoo."
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