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[tothosewhobait]

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[outrageon]

Well— what did you think we were doing?

[tothosewhobait]

Well…I know you said we were hanging out, but I assumed that was perhaps a cover?

Though…I thought it was maybe too fun to be a trick… So I am glad it is not. A trick, that is.

[outrageon]

Girl, if it was a cover, you wouldn't know it was a cover.

[She crosses her arms, tapping her foot—]

But, I dunno. I just figured we could actually hang out. While you're sober.

[And a bit more of a mumble;]

It's just stupid if my friend's boyfriend doesn't like me, or whatever.

[tothosewhobait]

I didn’t…exactly dislike you before. I was just…

[outrageon]

—Jealous?

[tothosewhobait]

What can I say? I’m a jealous guy.

[outrageon]

Then it works out you'd have a thing for Envy, doesn't it?

[Resting her... elbows? on the dance bar and resting her chin in her hands.]

But... as much as I love the idea of turning you green every time you see me— don't get me wrong, I really do— I'm pretty sure there's no reason to worry.

You can always pretend to be jealous, though. Makes me feel pretty.

[Batting her lashes. This is her idea of a joke maybe]

[tothosewhobait]

I was going to say the same thing.

[Bats his own lashes back at her with an exaggerated pout]

Oh Velvet, if only I were as cool as you. What is your secret? You have to tell me!

[outrageon]

Now, if I give away all my secrets, what'll be left for you to be jealous of, hm?

[tothosewhobait]

You’ve got your looks. Your pretty face. And don’t underestimate the importance of body language.

[outrageon]

Please! I know better than to leverage my finest assets.

Especially against someone who's already got plenty of his own.

[tothosewhobait]

Ooh, you charmer, you.

[outrageon]

Charming, talented, tactical... Words that could describe us both!

Words that make us better off as allies than enemies.... Jealousies aside.

[tothosewhobait]

True, fighting against one as powerful as myself is a waste of resources and energy on both our ends. Getting along just makes sense.

[outrageon]

[...you know what, flattery is a great negotiation tool so she's just going to go with it.]

Exactly! I knew someone with your experience would eventually come around to see the big picture.

Just think of all the wonderful prospects that open up when you get two great minds like ours on the same side!

[tothosewhobait]

And…what is the big picture here, exactly? I like the sound of prospects, but you’re going to have to be a bit more specific, Miss Velvet.

[outrageon]

Well, I'm sure you're a man with plans. A man who likes to get things done on his own time.

And contracts? They're effective, but take it from me; they breed resentment. The longer the contract, the higher the possibility the contractee will do... anything to break it.

...but, allies don't have that... power struggle. When we work as equals, we're available to help each other reach our goals, to— to make our wishes come true!

And isn't that the best thing friendship can offer?

[this is definitely something people familiar with how friendship works would say]

[tothosewhobait]

[Arches an eyebrow]

The fact that someone is trying to warn me of the perils of contracts is deeply ironic, I'm sorry.

And? What is your wish then? What wishes are we assisting one another with?

[outrageon]

I'm just saying! You don't want a contract, I don't want a contract, but we want to get along, don't we?

So all I really want right now is to have you on my side. You get me?

Having enemies is just... too much work. And I don't really do work.

[tothosewhobait]

Very well then. I can agree to that much for now at least.

[outrageon]

[Ah that worked! Happy little mink noises.]

Then it's official! We can hang out, no strings attached.

[tothosewhobait]

Since we are hanging out without strings then... What shall we do next?

[outrageon]

Well, since I am fair, I did pick the last game... So I guess it's your turn.

[tothosewhobait]

....Monopoly?

[outrageon]

[. . .]

Arrrrre you for real?