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majorlyugh"Hey, you've reached Major. Leave a message after the beep if you're still into that. Otherwise, send a text. They're more likely to get answered."
majorlyugh"Hey, you've reached Major. Leave a message after the beep if you're still into that. Otherwise, send a text. They're more likely to get answered."
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Date: 2017-10-13 10:29 pm (UTC)For the record I am not a sociopath nor do I kick puppies. I also believe in not judging a book by its' cover which sounds like a cliche; maybe it's partly down to being a lawyer.
[From her small, humble beginnings at the CNRI to becoming ADA, Laurel has been on quite the ride. She still wants to do right by the most vulnerable in society, no matter what office she worked in.]
I can work with a little obnoxious. And I guess I should be a little obnoxious in return? By saying nice things about you. Like kind, also funny, handsome and smart. I did say hot earlier so I guess that's five things.
[She chuckles.] I like how agreeable you are with the scheduling. Is 'scheduling' the wrong word to use when it comes to a date? I think so. Anyway. I'm glad to hear that you're looking forward to it too.
Stupidly outstanding though. How am I gonna compete with that?
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Date: 2017-10-14 12:48 am (UTC)[He laughs a bit.] No, no, I didn't get the sociopathic vibes from you, which is a big plus. I mean, I know those people can't really help how they are, but .. they're .. generally not the kinds of folks I think about when I think about dating.
[He stretches out a finger as she says each thing, then makes a face as though he's moderately pleased.] Five things. That's pretty good. You're under no obligation whatsoever to be obnoxious, by the way. I was mostly giving you a heads up that obnoxious is a state of being for me, and it's one that I can't undo.
Look, the only times I really want us to compete are: playing video games, unless they're the cooperative kind; any kind of sporting thing we might play; fighting for blankets; and trying to get animals to like one of us better than the other, just to rub it in the other person's face. And whatever other scenario you might come up with. [He grins like a kid who's trying to get away with a prank.]
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Date: 2017-10-14 06:35 pm (UTC)Yeah, I tend not to think about them when it comes to dating either.
[Though sometimes Laurel wasn't always so lucky.]
I am sure that there are more than five things that I can say about you, Major. But I appreciate the heads up anyway.
Video games aren't really my forte; it depends on the sport; I'm a pretty good blanket hog just so you know; and animals have been known to like me. [She matches his grin.] I do like how you're open to other scenarios, Major. I'm gonna have to use my imagination and come up with something really good. [There's a promise in her voice, followed by a wink.]
So, I should probably let you go, huh? Since you're working on the gym. I mean, I don't want to let you go because I'm enjoying the conversation and I like you - so this is really hard.
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Date: 2017-10-14 09:43 pm (UTC)[He doesn't mind the subject change; the thought of having to reveal to Laurel that he killed a few people due to being blackmailed is enough to churn his stomach.]
Ahh, well. Maybe we can make a gamer of you yet. There are lots of different kinds, from the silly and mindless to the more intense. They can be a fun bonding activity. Or, at least, I've found them to be. But how about - if you agree to let me teach you a few games, I'll let you teach me a few things of your own? Whatever you want. No restrictions.
[There's a slight pout, but a heavy sigh of agreement.] Yeah - I .. should probably get back to it? But it doesn't mean we can't talk again soon, or even in little bits throughout the day. I can be a bit of an idiot when it comes to staying in touch in a consistent way, so if I fade to nothing for a little while, that's why; it isn't because I don't want to talk to you or decided I don't like you anymore. I just get distracted and am bad at remembering to text people.
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Date: 2017-10-15 08:40 pm (UTC)[There was her alcoholism and her sister dying. Laurel herself almost dying a few times. Her becoming a vigilante. So much bad stuff in the past decade.]
Those terms are agreeable. I'll let you teach me a few games and maybe I'll teach you some self-defense? I don't know if you'll be interested in learning about the law but I'm pretty well-versed in that, even if I haven't exactly practiced since I got here. I promise to think of something interesting.
[She could have taken that part of the conversation to somewhere else completely, but Laurel didn't feel that it was appropriate.]
It's okay. I get being distracted - happened to me plenty of times. But I will keep in touch, even through text. All you gotta do is let me know you're okay. A smiley face emoji will do, it doesn't have to be a long text. And I know that people also need their space and alone time so if you go radio silent for a bit, it's fine. [Laurel smiles to reassure him.]
Soooo I guess this is goodbye for now. Take care, okay?
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Date: 2017-10-16 02:21 am (UTC)[He nods, giving a bit of a wave into the camera.] You, too. We'll chat soon.