ASHEPHERD: 001

[archiees]

Okay, I'm so fed up! Knitting needles can go die in a fiery pit with their stupid fine motor control! And the yarn, too, can suck it and stop knotting because I did not tell it to do that.

Also, when did frustration come with anger?!

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[reidings]

Well, then I need several right now.

I realized as I said that, it sounded like this was the only scenario where I would care. Which is not the case.

[andcaboodle]

Define several and I'll see what I can do

Whew, I'm very relieved to know my heart is in safe hands

[reidings]

Three? Four? Either will do.

As you should be.

[andcaboodle]

Sorry to anyone reading along but I cannot be perceived being sincere on main

Jamie
1. You're so handsome and such a good kisser that you've been enlisted for a kissing booth so you should be very proud when you look in the mirror
1a. You also have the remarkable ability to look sexy in any kind of jumper, no matter how grandfatherly. It's a skill that should be studied

2. You're funny, in an effortless, charming way
2a. And you have a great laugh and a smile that lights up a room, which isn't great for me, as self conscious as I am, because it makes me want to do anything to see it

3. You're possibly the most caring person I've ever met and you've stopped me from shutting down completely so many times over these years. I keep waiting for you to decide enough, this man isn't worth all the effort I put in and you haven't and that truly means the world
3a. Apologies, I know compliments are supposed to be about the person and not how they make you feel about yourself so to make this less about me: you have a remarkable ability to put people at ease and make them feel safe, which is probably the best quality to have when stuck on a ship with a bunch of traumatized people

4. From one big eared lad to another, yours are very cute
4a. I don't really have anything to add here but I felt like I must for continuity's sake. Insert "all the better to hear you with, my dear" joke, I suppose

Kites

[reidings]

I would respond point by point, but then my head might be too big to hold up. This means a lot, really. All I'll say I'm lucky to have another big eared friend on board and I would be far lonelier without you. And that I am determined to win most kisses at the kissing booth.

Kites

[andcaboodle]

You're welcome. I know we were joking around but you deserve to hear nice things about you.

Do you want me to swing by a few times in different disguises to help you win?

Kites

[reidings]

Next time, I'll have to return the favor although I know that might make you incredibly uncomfortable.

Will they be believable disguises?

Kites

[andcaboodle]

Maybe over text would be fine but someone saying a bunch of nice things to my face would make me burst into flames, yes

I could enlist someone from espionage for assistance

Kites

[reidings]

Yes, I thought it might be easier for you that way. Doesn't mean I won't continue to give you compliments in person, just smaller ones.

We can be good at disguises. I've heard.

Kites

[andcaboodle]

I will try not to hiss and slink away but I can make no promises

That was my impression. Do you want to help give me a makeover or three?

Kites

[reidings]

That's better than throwing yourself out of the airlock. It's a mild improvement

While I'm in the kissing booth?

Kites

[andcaboodle]

Wow, is this personal growth? Let's see if it lasts

No, we could do a trial run before

Kites

[reidings]

I think it might be.

Oh, yes that makes more sense. I'm not great at makeup but we can try a few different things.

Kites

[andcaboodle]

There's always the classic like glasses or a mustache. Can try some hats.

Kites

[reidings]

The mustache would be amusing but not entirely convincing I'm afraid.

Kites

[andcaboodle]

What if it's a very thick mustache? Or in such a distinct shape that it distracts from the rest of my face?

Kites

[reidings]

Oooh, can we try a handlebar mustache? It might suit you.

Kites

[andcaboodle]

Suit seems like a strong word

Kites

[reidings]

Well have you had one before?

Kites

[andcaboodle]

No but I think a little bit of scruff is all I can handle. For the sake of science (and helping you win at the kissing booth), I am willing to let you put on on me but I don't expect any swooning

Kites

[reidings]

I’ll give you a rating on the mustache out of ten.

Kites

[andcaboodle]

You'll need to give me a rating without it too so I can see how it compares

Kites

[reidings]

It only seems fair.

Kites

[andcaboodle]

It allows me to make a more educated decision on mustaches moving forward

So?

[arasch]