I regret I have been somewhat tardy in contacting you as I said I would--you know how things are here, barely room to breathe at times.
In any case, I had hoped to be in touch about more potentially lucrative and engaging matters, however on this occasion I wished to share condolences of a sort. And gratitude.
In short, I know you and Victor were close and I appreciate all you were able to offer him here. I cannot imagine this is an easy time for you.
Oh, hun, don't even think about it. We're all busy people, and especially with a business like yours, I can just imagine.
[But he guessed right--she's not in a huge mind to talk about business at the moment. It won't take long: working is always her outlet. The busier she keeps, the less room there is to focus on the things that put her down.]
I'm so glad to hear from you. Ed assures me that Victor's definitely happier back home, so I'm trying to look on the bright side of things. I just know I'm really going to miss him. Victor was always so sweet to me.
[It's still so strange hearing himself called 'hun' in any shape or form that isn't entirely condescending. But it really is just Ginger being... Ginger.]
Edward said something similar to me and I'm inclined to believe him. I cannot claim to know Victor as someone I would consider 'sweet,' however I can certainly see how he must have been for you. For me, I would be more inclined to consider him intensely reliable and his presence will be sorely felt for quite some time.
In practical terms I feel I should ask, I know Victor is someone fiercely protective of those he is inclined to take orders from which no doubt contributed to the security of the pink house. Do you have additional means of security in place?
[Reliable is another good word for Victor. He always followed his routines, making sure he gave an adequate amount of time to everyone in his life. It's hard not to cry thinking about what life is going to be life here without him.]
I think Ed set something up after there was this whole issue with hidden cameras in our house? I can't even pretend to understand how all of it works, I just make sure I follow his instructions.
[As for hired muscle? Absolutely nothing. The same goes with security at her shop, now, but she's less worried about that.]
In which case I suspect that you will remain in good hands in that regard. There is every chance there will be absolutely nothing to worry about but... Well, sweet as he may have been with you, Victor does strike quite the imposing image when he wishes to.
I daresay though that I think Edward's more pragmatic approach is probably the better one. For people like you and I, it is perhaps more difficult to master our feelings. Whatever they may be for each of us.
Oh, no, of course not! It's just undeniable that Victor does provide a very particular kind of security, but no, there's absolutely nothing to be troubled by.
And it's true, Edward is quite partial to the Down and I can see the practical reasoning on some levels. It's hard to deny that the Down has its own unique brands of competition though.
Still, my intention was not to hold us in a place of melancholia--I don't believe Victor would like us moping around either. I would like, instead, to return to the proposition I made about showcasing your wares at the club.
[Oswald is right. It's not good to mope around--and she's always been the kind of person eager to move on to anything that could distract her from the things that make her heart ache. So at the opportunity, she jumps.]
That's right! I'd really love to take you up on that. You just tell me what you need and we can get started.
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I regret I have been somewhat tardy in contacting you as I said I would--you know how things are here, barely room to breathe at times.
In any case, I had hoped to be in touch about more potentially lucrative and engaging matters, however on this occasion I wished to share condolences of a sort. And gratitude.
In short, I know you and Victor were close and I appreciate all you were able to offer him here. I cannot imagine this is an easy time for you.
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[But he guessed right--she's not in a huge mind to talk about business at the moment. It won't take long: working is always her outlet. The busier she keeps, the less room there is to focus on the things that put her down.]
I'm so glad to hear from you. Ed assures me that Victor's definitely happier back home, so I'm trying to look on the bright side of things. I just know I'm really going to miss him. Victor was always so sweet to me.
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Edward said something similar to me and I'm inclined to believe him. I cannot claim to know Victor as someone I would consider 'sweet,' however I can certainly see how he must have been for you. For me, I would be more inclined to consider him intensely reliable and his presence will be sorely felt for quite some time.
In practical terms I feel I should ask, I know Victor is someone fiercely protective of those he is inclined to take orders from which no doubt contributed to the security of the pink house. Do you have additional means of security in place?
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I think Ed set something up after there was this whole issue with hidden cameras in our house? I can't even pretend to understand how all of it works, I just make sure I follow his instructions.
[As for hired muscle? Absolutely nothing. The same goes with security at her shop, now, but she's less worried about that.]
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I daresay though that I think Edward's more pragmatic approach is probably the better one. For people like you and I, it is perhaps more difficult to master our feelings. Whatever they may be for each of us.
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[Easy to take advantage of. Easy to lie to. Eager to please.]
You don't think it'll really be so dangerous, do you? I know we live in the Down, but that's what Ed wanted...
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And it's true, Edward is quite partial to the Down and I can see the practical reasoning on some levels. It's hard to deny that the Down has its own unique brands of competition though.
Still, my intention was not to hold us in a place of melancholia--I don't believe Victor would like us moping around either. I would like, instead, to return to the proposition I made about showcasing your wares at the club.
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That's right! I'd really love to take you up on that. You just tell me what you need and we can get started.