006. Anonymous Text

[scientificflair]

[It's quite frankly surprising how many questions and things regarding relationships tend to come out once there's no accountability attached; Descole's been watching this go down for the last two days, and kind of hating himself for the fact that he isn't immune to it.

He hates text, normally; he doesn't like the lack of tone involved, and he doesn't like being unable to read faces or gestures, either. However, in the spirit of anonymity...]

Since no one can tell who we are over this thing for the time being anyway, I suppose I'll bite. Forgive me for using this as a space for venting my own personal issues, but we all seem to like discussing feelings here, anyway.

[NOT. THAT. HE'S BITTER OR FEELING DUMB ABOUT THIS OR ANYTHING.]

How does one tell the difference between someone being interested, in the romantic sense, and someone being interested in you platonically?

And just to head a few sarcastic individuals off - yes, I know that I sound like I've lived under a rock since puberty hit. There's a reason this is being done now.

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[scientificflair]

THAT WAS SARCASM.

SARCASM!!!

[sculpted]

And now, hiding your emotions behind a cold, uncaring front....?!

My friend, truly it is an excellent thing that you took to the network with this! Do not worry, and do not fear your feelings for this girl! It is clear to me that she has a deep affection for you and desires to purchase numerous cups of tea for you in the future!

[scientificflair]

THE NUMEROUS CUPS OF TEA ARE HONESTLY THE LEAST OF MY WORRIES RIGHT NOW!

[sculpted]

Then what is the thing that is worrying you the most, Mr Anonymous? Because from what I'm seeing, you have a lovely lady who could be displaying interest in you! It's a fine position to be in!

[scientificflair]

We. Have. A really bad history together.

[sculpted]

Oh? Define 'bad' for me!

[scientificflair]

Her employer and I have an ongoing and at times rather violent rivalry. She's incredibly loyal to said employer.

I also may have tried to kill her once or twice.

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[sculpted]

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[sculpted]

The fact that she's willing to pay for your outings after numerous homicide attempts means that she must be some sort of angel!

I certainly hope you don't intend to attempt to murder her again!!

[scientificflair]

Those were very specific instances which are unlikely to be replicated here!!

[sculpted]

I should certainly hope so, because I can't see a second date happening if they are!

[scientificflair]

That's not a concern of mine right now.

Do you have any actually useful advice, or should I shut this off now and spare us both some time?

[sculpted]

...that could be best, Mr Anonymous. But I wish you luck with your lovely lady regardless!

Provided you intend to act gentlemanly towards her!