[You are looking our for your little wizards, after all! And as far as Malice is aware, Tatara has always been eager to help them or answer their questions and help them get settled in, so that's simply that, as far as he's concerned.
The compliment throws him a bit, though. He loves praise, but kind? Him?]
I really don't think so. I mean, I'm workin' on bein' better to people, but I'm not sure I'll ever be kind. Thanks, though?
[ The purpose of his visit mostly finished, and sensing the conversation is coming to its natural end, Tatara stands from his chair and takes a step towards Malice. There's one last thing he needs to do before going. ]
Can you lean down for a sec?
[ He motions for Malice to do that. Why is he so tall!! ]
[This is the equivalent of managing to pet an angry feral kitten who has finally been taught to receive affection. Malice looks somewhere between genuinely pleased by the headpats and confused, but boy is he determined not to let Tatara down!!]
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[You are looking our for your little wizards, after all! And as far as Malice is aware, Tatara has always been eager to help them or answer their questions and help them get settled in, so that's simply that, as far as he's concerned.
The compliment throws him a bit, though. He loves praise, but kind? Him?]
I really don't think so. I mean, I'm workin' on bein' better to people, but I'm not sure I'll ever be kind. Thanks, though?
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[ Tatara nestles his chin in his palm and smiles. Malice was assigned North? He pretends he does not see it. ]
That you're worried about me and Mika and that you're seeing me as centered instead of soulless says a lot, I think.
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Thanks, then. I ain't gonna argue with that kinda logic, an' it really does mean a lot to me.
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[ The purpose of his visit mostly finished, and sensing the conversation is coming to its natural end, Tatara stands from his chair and takes a step towards Malice. There's one last thing he needs to do before going. ]
Can you lean down for a sec?
[ He motions for Malice to do that. Why is he so tall!! ]
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[Without questioning it, Malice leans down curiously.]
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...Which is just Tatara reaching out to gently pat Malice on the head. ]
Keep up the good work, Malice.
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Yeah, I will! I definitely will.
[This is the equivalent of managing to pet an angry feral kitten who has finally been taught to receive affection. Malice looks somewhere between genuinely pleased by the headpats and confused, but boy is he determined not to let Tatara down!!]
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When he's finished, he steps back and gives a firm nod. ]
You know where to find me if you need anything!
[ And with that, he whirls on his heel to go! Thanks for the hospitality, Malice! ]
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[And with a wave, he sees Tatara off. What a good sage...!]