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[understood]

I've been alright. Andy and I seem to have adopted a young man, so that's... wonderful and stressful. But I feel as if I've fallen out of touch with you a bit.

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you've adopted a young man? i'm gonna need more details about that. what's his name?

i guess we have. sorry about that, i've been a little all over the place after that whole hellboy thing.

[understood]

Well, it's also Andy, actually. Andrew Graham.

There's no need to apologize. That's perfectly understandable, and in any case, I've been preoccupied as well. But I wanted to connect again.

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So when you say you adopted him? Do you mean you took him on as a sub to protect him?

[That's precisely the kind of sweet thing Benton would do.]

I'd like to connect with you again too ;)

[understood]

I suppose so. He's just a kid, really.

Would you like to go get something to eat?

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I'd love to.
Got any place in mind?

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Do you have an opinion of Honestea?

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Never been.
But I'll try anything once.
Can Dief come?

[understood]

He won't be allowed in, but we can get take out and go to the park.

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That sounds nice, actually. Like a picnic.

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Exactly like a picnic. When's a good time for you?

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How about tomorrow?

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I'm available. Around noon, perhaps?

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You got it, sexy.
See you then.

[understood]

ah, I've been taught how to express my response to this sort of thing over text:
u///u

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you're freakin adorable.

[understood]

Thank you kindly. You're very charming, yourself.

>action

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[Faith shows up outside of Honestea the next day, leaning up against the wall by the door. She's not in anything particularly fancy, just her usual tank top, blue this time, and jeans. It's been far too long since she's seen Benton so when he approaches she's got a broad smile on her face.] Hey, you.

[understood]

[ As soon as he sees her, he breaks out in a goofy, crooked grin, apparently struck speechless for a moment by her mere presence. He waves, though, and by the time he's got close, he's managed to pull together at least two syllables. ]

Faith. Hi.

[ He's dressed a little differently, thanks to Huaisang and Andy's suggestions, in a fitted v-neck and a utility kilt. He's still wearing his riding boots, though. The outfit comes together well, but it's probably a surprising look. ]

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[His reaction sends a warmth down to her belly. Why did he have to be so goddamn adorable? She pushes off from her spot on the wall, taking a moment to take him in. It's quite the look to be sure. She invites herself to his arm, hooking hers into his.]

Love the kilt. [It actually works pretty damn well on him.]

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Thank you kindly. You look— you look lovely, as always.

[ He was a little worried she'd think he looked silly, so while he doesn't exactly slump, his shoulders do relax a bit in relief. ]

Shall we go in and order?

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[Sure, he kind of looked like he just stepped off the Scottish Highlander or a Ren Faire, but he looks good all the same. Faith tugs his arms closer.] Let's. Don't want to keep Dief waiting too long.

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Just so.

[ He lets them in to the cafe so they can grab some takeout sandwiches and pastries. ]

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[Faith grabs their drinks too, and once they have all the food, she follows him out the door, but not before giving her iced tea a sip.]

So, this new sub of yours. Tell me about him? You said he was young?

[understood]

[ Fraser likes Honestea because they offer a bark tea option. Just the best. ]

Yes. I think he's seventeen or so, but—a young seventeen. I'm a little worried about him.