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[Elias doesn’t know the specifics of, well, everything. But his approach to these things has always been to not ask too many questions- what’s the point in knowing something you probably can’t fix, when you’re probably making more people upset in the process?- so he doesn’t probe, thinks of Megumi mostly as the sixteen-year-old who’s happy in the library. He thinks of it as a very small favor for people who may or may not have reputations that precede them back home.]

I’m alright. Toji’s stable, by the way, and I’ve heard that other werewolves have woken up after being hit by the enchanted arrows. I’m optimistic he’ll recover.

You can visit any time, just let me know, but only if you want to. I don’t know what your relationship is with him, [only that Toji doesn’t talk freely about it, which uhhhhhhhhhhh] but if you’ll pardon my input, I hope you’re thinking of yourself as well as whatever obligations you might have.

If you’re not comfortable meeting him, rest assured that I’ll do everything I can to make sure he lives. You don't need to worry.

[ His father has made a pretty good friend. ]

There's no need to be concerned about me. But I can visit later in the day, and take over if you have other obligations.

If you need money to feed him or buy new clothes, I can chip in too.

[the realisation hits him that THEY DO NEED TO BUY TOJI NEW CLOTHES. TOJI’S WEARING HIS SHIRT AND HE’S HUNTED AROUND ALL THE CORNERS OF THE COUCH IN THE VAIN HOPES THAT TOJI HAD THE SENSE TO KEEP A SPARE SET IN HIS HOUSE BUT WHY WOULD A MAN THAT SLEEPS ON HIS COUCH WHEN A FREE ROOM IS RIGHT THERE HAVE ANY SENSE, RIGHT???

breathe elias.]

It’s alright, I have no other obligations for now.

But Toji definitely needs new clothes. It’s a little embarrassing to ask you to chip in but I appreciate your help.

You will not have to see him naked again. I’ve put clothes on him. They don’t fit well and it’s driving me insane [every time he brings Toji food he has to tell himself “Toji’s eyes are up there” and he’s SO tired.] but he IS clothed.

He's ... large. They wouldn't fit well.

[ but why is that driving Elias insane? ?_? ]

Is it that much of a problem? [ he feels responsible. ]

They don’t fit well at all! He can’t be seen in public like this. At least he’s still recovering so he’s not going out.

[Okay, well, Elias doesn’t want to explain why he’s so upset about this, least of all to the man’s teenage son. He’s just going to be vague about it.]

It’s not really a problem, it can wait until the wolf threat is resolved. It just looks so tight and I don’t like it. I can’t believe he’s been sleeping over for so long and did not even keep a spare set of clothes here. If he even has spares.

Edited 2023-03-08 08:06 (UTC)

You're worried about him being ridiculed?

[ That must be why Elias sounds so distressed? Otherwise Megumi does not understand. Anyway, his father really has made a good friend. Way too good for him. ]

I can buy him a set and bring it over.

Yes.

[No.

The Nile claims another victim, I guess.]

He’s wearing my shirt currently, so even if it’s irrational, I’m feeling a bit of second-hand embarrassment. If it’s convenient for you, getting new clothes would help. Thanks, Megumi.

[Just as he hits send on his last message, another thought- quite mischievous, perhaps even wicked- occurs to him:]

When you’re picking out the new clothes, could you look out for something with a cute animal or inspirational message on the front? I don’t think he’d like it, but it would do the town morale some good if he went out wearing something that’s fun to look at. That’s just my suggestion, though.

[Is this what the town wants or what he wants? Either way, it could be funny.]

You think people would like to see that?

[ This has been such a confusing conversation. Elias you are not talking to someone who understands humour. ]

What do you think people would like to see?

[It's not weird ironic humor… he just wants to see Toji in a sweater with a kitten on it… (so he doesn’t have to think about Toji in one of his shirts that’s too tight around the chest…)]

I don't think looking at my father would bring anyone comfort.

[ The opposite, sorry. ]

I guess dog designs are [ cute. ] more soothing to look at.

That’s fair. There’s room for improvement. If he were wearing a shirt with a cute dog on it he’s already a bit improved, right?

Although if dogs are special to you, you could also reserve dog prints for yourself and we can think of something else for Toji later. It’s not too important.

No, it would be an improvement.

[ HE LIKES DOGS and anything is made better with a dog print on it. ]

Thanks for your suggestion. [ so polite. is this really toji's son? apparently. ]

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