[ Oh look, just one more thing they have in common. Or at least, he had a perpetually grumpy face on when he'd been back home. Here, he's actually something close to happy. ]
I have, so now I'm not really sure how to proceed. Last time we talked, I didn't have to do any of the work; my big fat mouth did the work for me.
All the same. I wouldn't have held it against you either. ...probably.
[ That's a joke, although he realizes belatedly that it probably doesn't translate well to text and the likelihood that she could misunderstand it as serious is high. It's a good thing they appear to have some personality traits in common; maybe she'll read it the way he meant it. ]
Only a little. Depends on the challenge. Usually, yes.
Food is always a good start, because I'm practically always hungry. What kind of food do you like? I've tried practically every place Cadelle has, at this point, but I can't make a good recommendation for where to meet you without a hint as to what direction to lean.
Probably! I'll accept probably, I suppose. It's as good a sign as any that we're speaking now, so I'm just going to assume that I didn't offend you too egregiously when last we spoke.
[Should she add a smile? That's what one does in this situation, right? Add a smile to show that they're just teasing? Ultimately, she doesn't, and just hopes that her tone is easy enough to read.]
Interesting. I'll keep it in mind.
While I have not tried every restaurant yet, I was pointed to Wok & Roll, which I really liked. Trust me, you will not go wrong with any suggestion that you give me. Anything is better than ration packs.
That's good to know - especially because I wouldn't have wanted to intentionally offend ... I've done that enough on my own, honestly.
[This isn't much different than messaging via datapad, but still, different cultures, different sensibilities, and she still doesn't have the first clue where Cadelle is even located. Better safe than sorry.]
Well, I don't know about gourmet, but I do enjoy a good, hot soup. Food-wise, what could be better on a cold night? I'd be happy to meet you there.
Oh, please by all means, bother me while I'm at work. It's a slow night. The bar isn't super busy until the weekends. I'll see you soon either way, but don't feel like you have to ease off the texting or anything. Unless you need the time for yourself, in which case, I'll see you at Pho Sizzle.
Oh, well you're working against my male obliviousness, so I guess you get a pass for going over my head.
[ Well look at that, she's using emoticons. He supposes that's an indication that he should, at some point, too. ]
It gets a little boring watching the door when no one is coming through it. I'm security, so as long as there isn't any bar fights in progress, that typically means I'm checking IDs at the door.
I don't think you're as oblivious as the statement suggests, honestly. But I will happily accept any kudos or extra points that you're offering.
[It's hardly a requirement, just a fun little thing that she's seen others using, and wanted to give a try. It's not like she knows anyone else yet, not really, so congrats, she's testing them out now.]
Does your mind wander often when nothing exciting is happening? Or, better question - do many exciting things happen at work, or are things pretty calm? I've seen a few bar brawls in my time.
Ha, get to know me a little better and then make that decision. But good, at least you'll take the points when earned.
Oh yeah, all the time. Which is way more than it probably ought to when I'm getting paid to be there, but if you don't tell Mick, I won't. ;)
[ There we go. That looks weird...does it look as weird, he wonders, to her as it does to him when it's coming from him? He hopes not. ]
Not on the weekdays, but on the weekends, yeah, sometimes. I'll be honest, it's probably bad but I kind of look forward to that sort of thing. Gives me something to do.
That is the hope. Although, from personal experience, I can say that I don't know many people who can sniff out coffee like you did. [If she snorts a little, she'll never tell. Still, she's smiling, so that must be a good sign.] Well, one never knows when those points might come in handy. I collect enough, I get a reward, right?
Don't worry, your secret is safe with me. What's the saying? Cross my heart and hope to die?
[She's heard it in passing - much like with the emoji, she can only hope that she's using it correctly. And no, the little winky face doesn't look out of place at all, in fact, she kind of likes it.]
It breaks the monotony. Besides, we all must find our excitement where we can.
[ He's so glad she didn't bring that particular thing up when they'd been under the truth rain or what-the-hell-ever that was. If she's going to learn that he's a werewolf, he wants it on his terms; not Cadelle's. ]
I might be able to arrange a reward if you earn enough, come to think of it.
You'd think I'd have had enough excitement to last a lifetime, but there it is... You're right.
Well, we've all got our particular talents, don't we?
[The truth rain - or whatever it was - had taken enough of a toll. Some things need to be discussed in their own time, after all. She has plenty of her own issues that are better off brought up when the time is right, not because she's under the influence of whatever it was that had affected them.
Will you be so kind as to give me a hint, or are you going to leave me guessing?
I suppose we do. I'd like to think that that's one of my lesser talents, but I'll take it.
Oh, giving you a hint would mean that I already have the reward nailed down. I need to get to know you better while ou're earning the points, otherwise whatever I have to offer might not even be worth your while.
So for now, yeah, gonna have to leave you guessing. Forgive me?
I look forward to finding out what other talents you're hiding, lesser or otherwise.
Alright, you've got a point there, I'll give you that. You know that might require us to spend more time together, and I hardly know if you're interested in the idea. I don't think I'd mind it so much, if dinner goes well.
Of which I like to think I have plenty. Good to know you're interested.
I have those sometimes. If I wasn't interested in the idea, do you think I would've set that parameter? I think you knew I was interested, you just want to hear me say it. I'm interested.
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They could've met in worse ways, there's always that :D
[Lies, all lies. She's usually got a perpetually grumpy face on.]
Have you managed to dry out sufficiently yet?
True, very true.
I have, so now I'm not really sure how to proceed. Last time we talked, I didn't have to do any of the work; my big fat mouth did the work for me.
How about you?
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All things considered, I think we did okay. My deepest, darkest secrets are all safe and where they belong.
Completely dry. Bored out of my wits now that we're not struggling to keep from humiliating ourselves in front of each other.
Gauging your interest in meeting up under different circumstances.
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Haha you miss the challenge? I'm sure there are other ways to challenge you, Jyn.
[ He checked her profile before actually typing her name and good thing, because otherwise it would have said Gin. Oops. Close call. ]
I would be very interested in that, actually. What were you thinking?
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Is it that obvious? [She pauses, laughs, taps her fingers against the keyboard] I'm sure you're right. Do you enjoy a challenge, Derek?
[She'd hardly complain about that, either. It's not like she hasn't been called worse.]
Food. But I would be willing to let you surprise me, as well.
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[ That's a joke, although he realizes belatedly that it probably doesn't translate well to text and the likelihood that she could misunderstand it as serious is high. It's a good thing they appear to have some personality traits in common; maybe she'll read it the way he meant it. ]
Only a little. Depends on the challenge. Usually, yes.
Food is always a good start, because I'm practically always hungry. What kind of food do you like? I've tried practically every place Cadelle has, at this point, but I can't make a good recommendation for where to meet you without a hint as to what direction to lean.
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[Should she add a smile? That's what one does in this situation, right? Add a smile to show that they're just teasing? Ultimately, she doesn't, and just hopes that her tone is easy enough to read.]
Interesting. I'll keep it in mind.
While I have not tried every restaurant yet, I was pointed to Wok & Roll, which I really liked. Trust me, you will not go wrong with any suggestion that you give me. Anything is better than ration packs.
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[ If he only knew the internal struggle she just experienced, because Derek lives that struggle perpetually any time he's on this damn app. ]
Woek & Roll is pretty great, yeah absolutely. Pho Sizzle is also awesome, if you're into gourmet type soups.
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[This isn't much different than messaging via datapad, but still, different cultures, different sensibilities, and she still doesn't have the first clue where Cadelle is even located. Better safe than sorry.]
Well, I don't know about gourmet, but I do enjoy a good, hot soup. Food-wise, what could be better on a cold night? I'd be happy to meet you there.
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I mean...gourmet is maybe a stretch, but you know. It's good soup. Tonight, right? When is good for you?
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Tonight, yes. I'm free whenever you are.
[Too eager, right? At least she feels slightly less goofy since it's over text and not face-to-face.]
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I'm working for another couple of hours, but I can meet you right after, if that works?
[ Maybe, but he doesn't notice because he's the same way. He can't wait; half because it's her and half because he's hungry. ]
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That's fine. Gives me a little more time to build up more of an appetite. I'll try not to bother you too much while you're working.
No guarantees, though.
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Unless you need the time for yourself, in which case, I'll see you at Pho Sizzle.
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[Oh, look, a smiley. A winking smiley, at that. Someone's getting the hang of this thing.]
In all seriousness, I don't mind keeping you company - would so hate for you to be bored, after all.
And what do you do at the bar?
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[ Well look at that, she's using emoticons. He supposes that's an indication that he should, at some point, too. ]
It gets a little boring watching the door when no one is coming through it. I'm security, so as long as there isn't any bar fights in progress, that typically means I'm checking IDs at the door.
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[It's hardly a requirement, just a fun little thing that she's seen others using, and wanted to give a try. It's not like she knows anyone else yet, not really, so congrats, she's testing them out now.]
Does your mind wander often when nothing exciting is happening? Or, better question - do many exciting things happen at work, or are things pretty calm? I've seen a few bar brawls in my time.
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Oh yeah, all the time. Which is way more than it probably ought to when I'm getting paid to be there, but if you don't tell Mick, I won't. ;)
[ There we go. That looks weird...does it look as weird, he wonders, to her as it does to him when it's coming from him? He hopes not. ]
Not on the weekdays, but on the weekends, yeah, sometimes. I'll be honest, it's probably bad but I kind of look forward to that sort of thing. Gives me something to do.
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Don't worry, your secret is safe with me. What's the saying? Cross my heart and hope to die?
[She's heard it in passing - much like with the emoji, she can only hope that she's using it correctly. And no, the little winky face doesn't look out of place at all, in fact, she kind of likes it.]
It breaks the monotony. Besides, we all must find our excitement where we can.
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[ He's so glad she didn't bring that particular thing up when they'd been under the truth rain or what-the-hell-ever that was. If she's going to learn that he's a werewolf, he wants it on his terms; not Cadelle's. ]
I might be able to arrange a reward if you earn enough, come to think of it.
You'd think I'd have had enough excitement to last a lifetime, but there it is... You're right.
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[The truth rain - or whatever it was - had taken enough of a toll. Some things need to be discussed in their own time, after all. She has plenty of her own issues that are better off brought up when the time is right, not because she's under the influence of whatever it was that had affected them.
Will you be so kind as to give me a hint, or are you going to leave me guessing?
Another thing we've got in common, then.
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Oh, giving you a hint would mean that I already have the reward nailed down. I need to get to know you better while ou're earning the points, otherwise whatever I have to offer might not even be worth your while.
So for now, yeah, gonna have to leave you guessing. Forgive me?
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Alright, you've got a point there, I'll give you that. You know that might require us to spend more time together, and I hardly know if you're interested in the idea. I don't think I'd mind it so much, if dinner goes well.
Mm ... I forgive you. Just this once.
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I have those sometimes. If I wasn't interested in the idea, do you think I would've set that parameter? I think you knew I was interested, you just want to hear me say it. I'm interested.
Just the once, huh? I'll have to be careful then.