[Llewellyn honestly hadn’t even considered what month it was when he finally got around to putting the bouquets together. It had just been a gift he wanted to give his friends. That made sense. People giving him presents in return... was still very strange. It didn’t really happen often, or at all anymore.
So his response might sound a little anxious, and concerned over her doing something for him when she had so much to do already.]
Oh... Uh— You didn’t have to get me anything, that’s... very nice of you? I could uh— stop by your shop again if you like. I imagine you’ve got more to do this month than I do.
[He shook his head a little, he could relate to being excited about learning more about new celebrations. Many of the activities and such in the festivals here were very new. He could imagine that Christmas was very exciting to learn about.]
I didn’t really think I’d have a reason to celebrate this year? I normally had dinner with my brother... And I found out a year ago my family is Jewish, so I would be spending time with someone who was helping me learn more about them over Hanukkah. Neither of which could really happen while here.
[There is a lot of motion though it isn't so bad since the communication link is neurological. Llewellyn will be able to tell that Inesa is moving. It's about ten minutes of this before she says something again and when she speaks, she's a little out of breath.]
So... um... Do you have plans this year?
And you should look outside your office. I hope that's where you are...
[It's fairly close to the shop and Inesa had run there though she hadn't exactly hung up the phone. She's also absolutely hiding nearby... she doesn' t know why but this feels like it's how she's supposed to do it? She isn't sure.
The exciting part is the gift and package left for Llewellyn. The packaging is simple and decorated with a sprig of holly. Inside the package is a handmade vest with flowers embroidered along the back, each flower a replica of the flowers that he had given Inesa. --Though one of the flowers looks as if it hadn't been intended to match Llewellyn's gift but it had turned out that way with a short addition.-- The vest itself is a light mint green with a dark green back and each flower is embroidered with thread color that identifies the flower.
[Llewellyn responded, rather curious as the audio shifted lightly and he could hear that she was moving. How curious... The question gets an awkward pause, before he continued.]
I hadn’t really thought about making plans? I’m not sure who celebrates what Holiday, I’m not even sure if Rhy’s world would have a celebration at this time of year... But I will be happy if I can spend a little more time with him, and uh— friends as well, of course.
[Just... to not be alone with his thoughts. The holidays meant thinking about the two families he’d lost, and even if no one was celebrating, it was better to not be alone. That would be enough for him.]
Oh, um... I am at my office, one moment?
[Stranger and stranger, but now it was Llewellyn’s turn to move. He’s definitely at his office, if the rustling of papers and the sound of Pretzel’s feet clicking across the floor to follow him is anything to go by. The door opens and Llewellyn’s head could be seen as he leaned forward to look at the box waiting for him there.
Confusion seemed to cross his face, seeing a package waiting for him, decorated with holly. His finger fussed with the sprig before he picked up the box and took a little look around. Not seeing anyone around, he turned and disappeared back inside.]
What’s this... I um— presume this is the gift you mentio-
[Llewellyn’s words cut off rather abruptly. Clearly he’d opened the box. He was too busy being rather stuck on the attention to detail and how much thought and work Inesa must have put into this gift. Fingers running over the embroidery lightly, he tries to figure out how to respond. Then the gift for Pretzel just derails his thoughts again entirely.]
I— um— Inesa, this is mm... It’s very nice, the flowers are so detailed. I love it, I know I’ll wear it often.
[He would have a hard time wearing a jacket now, he’d feel bad for the blooms to be hidden away.]
And the jacket for Pretzel is excellent, he’ll look quite smart in it, I think. It’ll come in handy if we see anymore weather here! I... I really don’t know how to thank you.
[Inesa watches as Llewellyn's head pops out of the door to retrieve the package. It's then that she's slowly making her way back to her shop, this time moving in a way that makes it difficult to tell that she's walking. Her focus in on her path but also on Llewellyn, watching his expression and words shift as he opens the gift.
It's been only a few days since she's gotten Llewellyn's gift and sent her thanks but that had been enough time to finish as well as alter her gift to Llewellyn. His had been the first one that she'd work on.]
I'm glad. It's from the collection you had inspired during your visit. Do you remember? I have been altering it some since but I am happy that you like how it turned out.
[She smiles, a light blush coloring her cheeks.]
I'm not sure I would have come up with the idea without you.
The jacket for Pretzel actually matches one that Lancelot has. I'm really glad that you like them. [It's a relief to know that he's happy for the gift.]
As for the holidays, I think Rhy will be free. I won't let him work at the shop. So don't worry.
[He certainly couldn’t have known it was the first gift she’d worked on, but considering the short amount of time since he gave her the bouquet? It gave him some idea of how much work she had put into the gift. That much detail, the inclusion of the very flowers he’d gifted, it seemed like so much to him in those few days between.
Why she would put so much effort into something for him, of all people, is still very confusing... And it seemed like so much more than the flowers he’d given to her. He would remember this, certainly, for the next opportunity to give someone a gift.
Clearing his throat a little awkwardly, he smiled as he slipped off his current vest to try this one on as he answered her.]
I do remember, I really enjoyed getting to help you with it. It um— inspired me to try sharing my interest in flowers a little more. So in a way, you inspired me as well? The bouquets, the meanings behind them, it was nice to be able to share. Uh— one didn’t go nearly so well, but I’ve learned better.
[He added with a small wince, accidentally almost breaking up with his boyfriend. Only he could pull that off.
Marvelling at how the vest fit, Llewellyn smiled as he spoke up again.]
This fits perfectly? I’ve been wanting to try new fashion, to uh— update my wardrobe. This will make an excellent starting point, I could hardly bring myself to cover the back with my old suit jacket.
[Turning his attention back to the jacket for Pretzel, he felt a small amused smile crossing his face as he crouched to try putting it on the pup. Inesa might hear some fussing, as the puppy wriggled and barked a little because clearly something weird was afoot! clothes were a new concept! How strange!]
They’ll match nicely, then. He fits it well too, thank you. He’s quite excited by it... I think.
[The statement that she wouldn’t be allowing Rhy to work over the holidays softens his tone, that was sweet of her.]
Ah... That’s very kind of you. If he seeks to though, I wouldn’t discourage him. I Um... I want him to be happy after all, and he does love learning from you. He’s always so proud of his progress. But I look forward to spending what time I can with him. Thank you, Inesa.
I think that's what friends are supposed to do. That is, inspire each other.
[She smiles sweetly. Truly happy that he is enjoying her gift. Inesa's put a great deal of thought into all of her gifts this year and she hopes that everyone enjoys what she's managed to put together for them.
She might even get started on next year's gifts.]
I know. I am really blessed, to have you, Pretzel and Rhy in my lives. I just hope I can show it, in these small ways.
Hm... You’re quite right, I think? I’m glad we’re friends who can inspire, Inesa.
[He can’t help but smile a little at the idea that someone thought they were blessed to know him.
And knowing Inesa, he knew she meant it. Him, of all people... Llewellyn only hoped he could live up to that for the people he cared about here, and not fail them as he had others in the past.]
And we’re very lucky to have you in our lives, you know? Even um— just getting to visit or talk has always been nice.
[She hadn’t, but... it hadn’t been hard to at least guess that Inesa wasn’t human. Not that it mattered, not to Llewellyn.
There was something about living here that rather made it easier to understand the desire.]
It does mean friendship... and I find this place, for all that happens here, has been uh— a good opportunity. To live as we all might wish to. As humans, or to be our true selves when otherwise we might not.
[There was so much that he didn’t need to hide. It was both terrifying and wonderful. His social class, his heritage, his personal habits and inclinations. No one judged him here, and he needn’t fear those knowing.]
I’m very happy that you’re my friend as well, Inesa.
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Date: 2020-12-14 05:41 pm (UTC)I haven't really celebrated this holiday much but I remember that gifts were a part of it. I actually have many gifts to hand out this year.
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Date: 2020-12-15 08:51 pm (UTC)[Llewellyn honestly hadn’t even considered what month it was when he finally got around to putting the bouquets together. It had just been a gift he wanted to give his friends. That made sense. People giving him presents in return... was still very strange. It didn’t really happen often, or at all anymore.
So his response might sound a little anxious, and concerned over her doing something for him when she had so much to do already.]
Oh... Uh— You didn’t have to get me anything, that’s... very nice of you? I could uh— stop by your shop again if you like. I imagine you’ve got more to do this month than I do.
[He shook his head a little, he could relate to being excited about learning more about new celebrations. Many of the activities and such in the festivals here were very new. He could imagine that Christmas was very exciting to learn about.]
I didn’t really think I’d have a reason to celebrate this year? I normally had dinner with my brother... And I found out a year ago my family is Jewish, so I would be spending time with someone who was helping me learn more about them over Hanukkah. Neither of which could really happen while here.
Inesa is being weird so... Audio & Semi-Action...
Date: 2020-12-22 08:44 pm (UTC)[There is a lot of motion though it isn't so bad since the communication link is neurological. Llewellyn will be able to tell that Inesa is moving. It's about ten minutes of this before she says something again and when she speaks, she's a little out of breath.]
So... um... Do you have plans this year?
And you should look outside your office. I hope that's where you are...
[It's fairly close to the shop and Inesa had run there though she hadn't exactly hung up the phone. She's also absolutely hiding nearby... she doesn' t know why but this feels like it's how she's supposed to do it? She isn't sure.
The exciting part is the gift and package left for Llewellyn. The packaging is simple and decorated with a sprig of holly. Inside the package is a handmade vest with flowers embroidered along the back, each flower a replica of the flowers that he had given Inesa. --Though one of the flowers looks as if it hadn't been intended to match Llewellyn's gift but it had turned out that way with a short addition.-- The vest itself is a light mint green with a dark green back and each flower is embroidered with thread color that identifies the flower.
Pretzel has his own gift, in case it rains or snows in the sphere again.]
Omg!! This is so perfect! Inesa is adorable.
Date: 2020-12-22 09:49 pm (UTC)[Llewellyn responded, rather curious as the audio shifted lightly and he could hear that she was moving. How curious... The question gets an awkward pause, before he continued.]
I hadn’t really thought about making plans? I’m not sure who celebrates what Holiday, I’m not even sure if Rhy’s world would have a celebration at this time of year... But I will be happy if I can spend a little more time with him, and uh— friends as well, of course.
[Just... to not be alone with his thoughts. The holidays meant thinking about the two families he’d lost, and even if no one was celebrating, it was better to not be alone. That would be enough for him.]
Oh, um... I am at my office, one moment?
[Stranger and stranger, but now it was Llewellyn’s turn to move. He’s definitely at his office, if the rustling of papers and the sound of Pretzel’s feet clicking across the floor to follow him is anything to go by. The door opens and Llewellyn’s head could be seen as he leaned forward to look at the box waiting for him there.
Confusion seemed to cross his face, seeing a package waiting for him, decorated with holly. His finger fussed with the sprig before he picked up the box and took a little look around. Not seeing anyone around, he turned and disappeared back inside.]
What’s this... I um— presume this is the gift you mentio-
[Llewellyn’s words cut off rather abruptly. Clearly he’d opened the box. He was too busy being rather stuck on the attention to detail and how much thought and work Inesa must have put into this gift. Fingers running over the embroidery lightly, he tries to figure out how to respond. Then the gift for Pretzel just derails his thoughts again entirely.]
I— um— Inesa, this is mm... It’s very nice, the flowers are so detailed. I love it, I know I’ll wear it often.
[He would have a hard time wearing a jacket now, he’d feel bad for the blooms to be hidden away.]
And the jacket for Pretzel is excellent, he’ll look quite smart in it, I think. It’ll come in handy if we see anymore weather here! I... I really don’t know how to thank you.
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Date: 2020-12-23 05:04 pm (UTC)It's been only a few days since she's gotten Llewellyn's gift and sent her thanks but that had been enough time to finish as well as alter her gift to Llewellyn. His had been the first one that she'd work on.]
I'm glad. It's from the collection you had inspired during your visit. Do you remember? I have been altering it some since but I am happy that you like how it turned out.
[She smiles, a light blush coloring her cheeks.]
I'm not sure I would have come up with the idea without you.
The jacket for Pretzel actually matches one that Lancelot has. I'm really glad that you like them. [It's a relief to know that he's happy for the gift.]
As for the holidays, I think Rhy will be free. I won't let him work at the shop. So don't worry.
I love how cute this is ;w;
Date: 2020-12-23 05:54 pm (UTC)Why she would put so much effort into something for him, of all people, is still very confusing... And it seemed like so much more than the flowers he’d given to her. He would remember this, certainly, for the next opportunity to give someone a gift.
Clearing his throat a little awkwardly, he smiled as he slipped off his current vest to try this one on as he answered her.]
I do remember, I really enjoyed getting to help you with it. It um— inspired me to try sharing my interest in flowers a little more. So in a way, you inspired me as well? The bouquets, the meanings behind them, it was nice to be able to share. Uh— one didn’t go nearly so well, but I’ve learned better.
[He added with a small wince, accidentally almost breaking up with his boyfriend. Only he could pull that off.
Marvelling at how the vest fit, Llewellyn smiled as he spoke up again.]
This fits perfectly? I’ve been wanting to try new fashion, to uh— update my wardrobe. This will make an excellent starting point, I could hardly bring myself to cover the back with my old suit jacket.
[Turning his attention back to the jacket for Pretzel, he felt a small amused smile crossing his face as he crouched to try putting it on the pup. Inesa might hear some fussing, as the puppy wriggled and barked a little because clearly something weird was afoot! clothes were a new concept! How strange!]
They’ll match nicely, then. He fits it well too, thank you. He’s quite excited by it... I think.
[The statement that she wouldn’t be allowing Rhy to work over the holidays softens his tone, that was sweet of her.]
Ah... That’s very kind of you. If he seeks to though, I wouldn’t discourage him. I Um... I want him to be happy after all, and he does love learning from you. He’s always so proud of his progress. But I look forward to spending what time I can with him. Thank you, Inesa.
ME TOO! Watt's brings out the dork in all my girls apparently
Date: 2021-01-04 03:21 pm (UTC)[She smiles sweetly. Truly happy that he is enjoying her gift. Inesa's put a great deal of thought into all of her gifts this year and she hopes that everyone enjoys what she's managed to put together for them.
She might even get started on next year's gifts.]
I know. I am really blessed, to have you, Pretzel and Rhy in my lives. I just hope I can show it, in these small ways.
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Date: 2021-01-04 06:48 pm (UTC)[He can’t help but smile a little at the idea that someone thought they were blessed to know him.
And knowing Inesa, he knew she meant it. Him, of all people... Llewellyn only hoped he could live up to that for the people he cared about here, and not fail them as he had others in the past.]
And we’re very lucky to have you in our lives, you know? Even um— just getting to visit or talk has always been nice.
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Date: 2021-01-05 05:54 pm (UTC)[She isn't sure that she's told the detective about her past or what she is but it isn't a secret and her response is easy and natural.]
And that means friendship, yes? I am so happy to have you as my friend.
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Date: 2021-01-05 06:36 pm (UTC)There was something about living here that rather made it easier to understand the desire.]
It does mean friendship... and I find this place, for all that happens here, has been uh— a good opportunity. To live as we all might wish to. As humans, or to be our true selves when otherwise we might not.
[There was so much that he didn’t need to hide. It was both terrifying and wonderful. His social class, his heritage, his personal habits and inclinations. No one judged him here, and he needn’t fear those knowing.]
I’m very happy that you’re my friend as well, Inesa.
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Date: 2021-01-07 05:40 pm (UTC)Well, I should go but please enjoy the gifts and I hope you stop by the shop again soon.
[She loves it when Pretzel and Llewellyn stop by and Lancelot loves it too.]
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Date: 2021-01-07 08:33 pm (UTC)[He responded, a clumsy smile in his tone.]
I’ll be sure to stop by soon, Inesa. With Pretzel, of course! Do enjoy your day, and I will definitely enjoy these gifts.
[The vest would be getting a good use soon, he had a NYE date to attend and it would be nice to be able to dress up for it.]