tenebraecious | continuations

[ his hand stops - - not pulling her way hut his lips purse as if displeased. ]

I'm afraid you will have to specify.

Am I still a tool or puppet? Or do I hold some meaning as a person?

If you are a tool you've rather lost your use here.

[ it's not a very subtle attempt to dodge the question. ]

[that's cute, granpa uncle . . . but glancing down as she processes that, touched a bit?]

Of course. —Thank you.

[ casually tries to pull his arm away ]

I hardly see the need for thanks.

[taking her hand back, never happened]

Yes, I have been told I am too forthcoming with them. I also believe that I have taken enough of your time.

[ tips his head ]

I am grateful we had a chance to speak on this matter, if nothing else.

[still so annoyed, still so tired, stop being cute]

In some small part, I am as well. If you'll excuse me . . .

[going to get up to go]

[ there's a lazy wave but he doesn't make a move to escort her out ]