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Post by Luffy on Jan 3, 2007 1:43:32 GMT -5
"I beg to differ. Tell me about yourself. What you like to do, why you make so many attempts to converse with me?" *Adrian smiled, a lock of curls falling into his face, covering his bright, green eyes.*
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Post by Kait on Jan 3, 2007 1:46:28 GMT -5
*Orpheus blushed very slightly at the last remark, gazing into Adrian's eyes for a very brief moment before forcing himself to casually glance around the room.* "Talking about myself is rather boring... I like reading... listening to and playing music... working... practicing new spells and counterspells... and that's about all there is to me. As I said, I'm rather boring."
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Post by Luffy on Jan 3, 2007 1:52:30 GMT -5
*Adrian smiled, enjoying the sound of Orpheus' voice.* "We have similar hobbies. It's odd, considering how attractive you are, you don't seem to enjoy the company of people." *Adrian glanced over at the table Orpheus was sitting at, noticing that a few of them were looking over at the two of them.*
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Post by Kait on Jan 3, 2007 1:56:02 GMT -5
*Orpheus was a little surprised, having rarely ever heard the word attractive used to describe him. He avoided Adrian's gaze by briefly glancing back at the table, then staring at the wine glass in front of Adrian rather absent-mindedly.* "It's true... I don't enjoy their company. Don't get me wrong, they're all good people dedicated to their work, but somehow I don't feel comfortable with others outside of the office. I suppose I'm just not a very social person. Besides, due to my lack of exciting and popular hobbies, people rarely ask me to social events... which is fine with me..."
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Post by Luffy on Jan 3, 2007 2:00:11 GMT -5
"So... why did you want to speak with me?" *Adrian took another sip of wine, tilting his head curiously.*
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Post by Kait on Jan 3, 2007 2:02:01 GMT -5
"Well... I was simply wondering... I mean, sitting over here by yourself, drinking and staring at papers. You seemed rather glum..."
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Post by Luffy on Jan 3, 2007 2:03:25 GMT -5
*Adrian nodded his head.* "Mm. I agree. I am rather glum."
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Post by Kait on Jan 3, 2007 2:04:14 GMT -5
*Orpheus gave him a curious look.* "If it's not too bold of me... may I ask why?"
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Post by Luffy on Jan 3, 2007 2:07:55 GMT -5
*Adrian took another sip of his wine.* "Well, I suppose I'm not all that glum now, considering that the wine I believe is really lifting my mood. Otherwise, it's likely because I'm alone, and my father passed away." *Adrian's eyes drifted away from Orpheus, watching as Orpheus' party was leaving.
"Your group is preparing to depart, I believe, Mr. Quinn."
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Post by Kait on Jan 3, 2007 2:10:56 GMT -5
*Orpheus didn't even hear the last statement, too shocked by the one that had preceded it.* "You father...? Oh dear... I'm so sorry, Mr. Pickett. I had no idea..." *Orpheus' expression was soft and sympathetic, his blue eyes focused intently on Adrian now.*
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Post by Luffy on Jan 3, 2007 2:14:54 GMT -5
*Adrian finished off the glass in one gulp, not able to bring himself to look at Orpheus.* "I had no idea, either." *Adrian sighed, glancing down at his bag.* "I should probably take my leave."
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Post by Kait on Jan 3, 2007 2:16:44 GMT -5
*Orpheus frowned deeply at him.* "How are you planning to get home, Mr. Pickett? You can't apparate in this state... You'll have my entire department putting you back together after you splinch yourself."
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Post by Luffy on Jan 3, 2007 2:21:05 GMT -5
"Oh... I- I hadn't thought of that..." *Adrian sighed, putting his head into his hands miserably.*
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Post by Kait on Jan 3, 2007 2:23:53 GMT -5
*Orpheus' frown deepened, and he hesitated a moment before slowly getting to his feet.* "Come, Mr. Pickett... Let's find a way to get you home..." *He leaned over and picked up Adrian's bag somewhat timidly.*
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Post by Luffy on Jan 3, 2007 2:27:02 GMT -5
*Adrian glanced up at Orpheus, not really wanting to move. He slowly pushed himself out of his chair, stuffing his hands into his pockets.* "You're... too kind..."
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