I've visited many a court, sang for kings and queens alike. Seen dozens of women stuck in a life dictated by the rules of high society and what their words may do to their reputations, after their virginities were used by their lordy fathers as a bargaining chip to marry into an even bigger family. And when they become widows, they cry for their dead old bald heads but have nothing left to tell about themselves. I've seen what power does to art and creativity and freedom.
Power and religion, but he knows better than mentioning that one.
It would destroy me to see another beautiful soul been dragged to that hell.
I don’t think that whether or not I have a threesome with you and some other person is going to seal my fate on that one way or another.
That hasn’t been my life. I didn’t stay with my cheating husband. I’m trying to have a career. I appreciate that you’re concerned, but I’m taking steps to make sure that I don’t have any regrets when I’m older.
It's not about the threesomes, it's about trying out new things and learning who you really are. To express all the thoughts and feelings you may've bottled up for years, and not only on the stage.
I’m all for trying new things. What I’m doing with comedy… it’s mostly uncharted for a woman. What I’m doing with you is uncharted for me. But I can have boundaries too.
I’m glad you’re happy for me.
There’s a pause before the next message.
You care a lot about me and my happiness, and I appreciate that.
Of course you can, darling. Believe it or not, I have my boundaries too. I'm not trying to change your mind about threesomes, I promise. It's just the worries of a middle-aged bard.
Second time he's mentioned his age, not exactly a topic he likes. That's how much he wants to reassure her.
I do. You're a witty, funny, smart, gorgeous, and creative soul. It'd be a crime not to pray for your happiness.
Mmh. Don't you have more money than I do? Mayhaps I can be the kept toyboy.
Impossible to be as funny as you.
She has a type, he realizes, because everything she just said applies to Jaskier as well. Yet she didn't feel the spark with Joel - would it be the artist connection that he keeps mentioning?
Oh please, you aren't shy with the family money. Your comedy isn't paying for all those lovely dresses.
That's not what I asked. I simply want to make sure you aren't (unconsciously?) seeing me as some kind of replacement. It wouldn't bother me - I've been the rebound many a time. But I'd worry it wasn't healthy for you.
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Anyway… I’m sorry if that’s disappointing.
She doubts she’ll take other lovers, unless she decides to try having a relationship again, in which case what she and Jaskier do will have to end.
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Worry not, darling, it's not disappointing. You're fantastic on your own, and I do not regret a single second I spend with you.
He's a little disappointed, but it's tiny. It passes quickly. After a long pause...
I just hope you don't regret anything when you reach my age.
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Jaskier, why is this so important to you? I’m genuinely asking.
She knows that tone doesn’t always come through on text and she wants him to know that she’s not upset. Yet.
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I've visited many a court, sang for kings and queens alike. Seen dozens of women stuck in a life dictated by the rules of high society and what their words may do to their reputations, after their virginities were used by their lordy fathers as a bargaining chip to marry into an even bigger family. And when they become widows, they cry for their dead old bald heads but have nothing left to tell about themselves. I've seen what power does to art and creativity and freedom.
Power and religion, but he knows better than mentioning that one.
It would destroy me to see another beautiful soul been dragged to that hell.
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That hasn’t been my life. I didn’t stay with my cheating husband. I’m trying to have a career. I appreciate that you’re concerned, but I’m taking steps to make sure that I don’t have any regrets when I’m older.
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Indeed you did, and I
(by Lance Remir)
Proud that you have moved on
Proud that you have taken a step
Admiring the progress you have made
Silently happy for you
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I’m glad you’re happy for me.
There’s a pause before the next message.
You care a lot about me and my happiness, and I appreciate that.
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Second time he's mentioned his age, not exactly a topic he likes. That's how much he wants to reassure her.
I do. You're a witty, funny, smart, gorgeous, and creative soul. It'd be a crime not to pray for your happiness.
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We’ve become so fond of each other so quickly.
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I make connections fast when I like something. You think that's a bad thing?
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Not necessarily. I think it means that you and I are well-suited.
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of crap that should've been "someone" not "something" but you got it lol
He has to tease before he thinks too much about the age thing.
Laughing at her slip.
It's alright, darling, I know what you mean. And I agree, we get along because we have a lot in common. No need to panic over the obvious.
LOL how dare he dehumanize her
Perhaps I should just accept it. I just haven’t ever formed a bond this quickly with someone else.
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Really? No love-at-first-sight story with Joel?
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Definitely not. I was interested, but it wasn’t an instant bond.
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Now, see. A sparkly woman like you needs spark in a relationship, too.
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I do, and we had one eventually, but he was more interested in me at first than I was in him.
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I hope you don't mind me asking - what made you fall for him, then?
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I think it was his confidence. He’s not afraid to go after what he wants, including me. Plus, he was sweet and smart and handsome and funny.
Not as funny as me.
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Impossible to be as funny as you.
She has a type, he realizes, because everything she just said applies to Jaskier as well. Yet she didn't feel the spark with Joel - would it be the artist connection that he keeps mentioning?
...I don't remind you of Joel, do I?
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You have some similar qualities, but in other ways you’re very different.
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That's not what I asked. I simply want to make sure you aren't (unconsciously?) seeing me as some kind of replacement. It wouldn't bother me - I've been the rebound many a time. But I'd worry it wasn't healthy for you.
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Midge you said no sex, don't get your panties wet over 'viscount' haha
listen, she’s allowed to be impressed!
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Sorry to disappear but I felt ill so I slept
oh no! don't apologize, I hope you get better soon!
I feel better, just exhaustion I think
makes sense. have a good rest!
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maybe the one that gets the cold is Joel lol
yessss
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lmk if the timeskip prompt doesn't work and I'll change it
all good!
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