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I...what?

[Lust blinks, taken aback by Dandy's unwarranted defense of himself.]

No, no, it's nothing like that.

[Does he even realize they haven't spoken since she was briefly human? It's a possibility he doesn't. Oh good god...]

I...wanted to speak to you about my behavior when I was...not myself.

[...her behavior?

So this isn't about something he did...?

What a bizarre feeling.

Dandy's head tilts as he attempts to recall what she's even talking about, his memory's never been...the best, and that was already so long ago. Although...it's true, they didn't really talk since it happened... Wasn't that around the time that "cure" came out...??

Oh.

So yes, by some stroke of luck, it does click together. It doesn't seem to bother him however, and pretty soon he's rolling his shoulders back and giving a small shrug.]

What's there to talk about?

[As far as Lust's concerned, there's a great deal to talk about. She leans back against her desk in a mimicry of a human position, her hands on the edge of the desk behind her and her tail wrapped around it]

I...you were...

[God, why is this so difficult? The sooner said, the sooner done and they can go back to him being an idiot and her counting to ten so as not to yell at him.]

[But it's important to her. And it feels so embarrassing, to be making such a fuss over Dandy. Because of her own behavior. She doesn't look at Dandy, she looks at the floor between them. Her voice is subdued and uncharacteristically honest.]

I wanted to thank you for not taking advantage. It would have been very easy for you. You had no reason not to, really, but you...were respectful. I appreciate that.

...

[Oh.

Uncharacteristically himself, Dandy becomes awfully quiet, his eyes softening just a little when Lust can't even bring herself to look at him. ...That's right, he remembers, it sounded like she had a whole spiel for him and everything before he walked away. See, he had a feeling that's exactly what she didn't want going down. Good to see he can still count on his gut.

But, Dandy isn't one to stay out of character for too long, he doesn't need people thinking he's gone soft or anything. When the silence gets too unbearable for him, he throws his hands behind his head and scoffs.]

Tch, that's got nothing to do with respect, baby. I'm just not into easy chicks.

[Which is...a lie. Easy chicks were exactly what he was looking for.]

...Besides, your human ass was nowhere near as nice as that big ol' snake booty. It was a total waste of time, I kinda feel lied to.

[He huffs, and he pouts, and then when he's satisfied enough with his act, his expression softens once again and he smiles, winking as he starts to turn around. She doesn't need to say any more if she doesn't want to, it's in the past.]

Dandy.

[There's a firm note in Lust's voice. She knows what he's doing, understands he's diffusing something uncomfortable, but it feels dismissive to her. She wants him to understand that she's not simply being polite.]

I appreciate your attempts to lighten what is an awkward situation for me, but I'd prefer you didn't. This is very important to me. One of the reasons I prefer this current life of mine so much is simply the fact that I have the power to choose certain things for myself. When I was under the influence of the cure, that power of choice was taken from me. Obviously you'd no way of knowing this when I...approached you. But you were more gentleman than most, and I...have not given you the credit you deserve.

For that, I apologize.

[...Okay, wasn't expecting that. She couldn't even look at him, he sorta figured she'd want him out pronto. Most people usually let him go by now.

He supposes, in that case, he can afford to be...a little serious.]

You don't need to apologize for anything.

[There's not a hint of bravado in his voice this time around, he almost sounds like a completely different person.]

Being a decent person isn't something you give credit for.

Yes, I do. I've been very uncharitable in my thoughts, in regards to you. I...wouldn't have called you a decent person, a month ago. Here. I have something for you.

[Because throwing money at problems is so much easier than dealing with emotions and all of that. Lust stretches herself to open a drawer in her desk and pulls out...a packet of brightly colored diving rings.]

[This is Dandy, after all.]

[Dandy would argue that he doesn't care if people think he's the king of trash mountain or whatever other "uncharitable" thoughts they may have about him, but he's far too distracted the moment he peeks into the drawer and is welcomed to more pool toys.

Serious time is over, Dandy's grinning ear to ear as he goes over and scoops up the diving rings in his arms, much like an overeager child. He was already carrying the dolphin, so this is even more ridiculous than it needs to be.]

Wha-- Are you serious?! Freakin' score, now that's what I'm talkin' about!!

[He's going to be chasing these. All day.]

You keep this up, and I'm gonna start thinkin' that maybe you don't want me to leave~

Yes, well. There's really only one tenet of what I hold as religion, which is equivalency. You did me a kindness, I've done you one.

[She supposes one could argue about whether it's an equal exchange, but by the look in Dandy's eyes as he scoops up the rings, she thinks it's perfectly fine.]

The usual rules apply, of course, don't bother any other patrons. Or at least try. I swear I'm going to have to start closing down the main pool for 'Dandy Time', the way you carry on in there...

[Lust is already slipping back into her normal manner of addressing the merman.]

[Now that's more like it. Dandy has no problem getting back to the status quo, especially if it means Lust can move on from, well...that. It's a good sign, as far as he's concerned.

But now it also means he can safely slip back into his usual manner of addressing the naga.]

Well hey now, slow down, baby~ If you wanna little Dandy Time, all you need to do is ask. I won't even make you close down shop.

That would fall under the heading of 'Bothering Other Patrons'. Or so I'd imagine. Exhibitionism is more suited to the theater.

[Well, maybe not exactly the same. If nothing else, Lust's patience for Dandy's heavy handed flirtation seems to have grown. At least somewhat.]

And I'll remind you that my name is 'Lust', not 'Baby'.

...I call everyone baby.

[That's really been making things difficult lately, especially when he's talking to men. Can't a guy just have a thing.]

Trust me, you'll know when you get a nickname.

[Welp, whatever, he's got his armful of toys, he's good. If that's all she wanted him for, he's gonna try to head out again. At least this time it's on a better note.]

Just let me know if you ever change your mind~

And I like to be called by my name.

[But Lust says nothing more on the subject. She waves her hand at him dismissively, more than happy to be done with it all and let him go frolic with his new toys.]

Remember what I said: don't bother anyone.

Relax, would ya?

[He looks over his shoulder, a ring is already in his mouth. How...how is he even talking?]

Don't wanna risk anyone touchin' my shit. I won't bother them, if they don't bother me.

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