[ well, it's by no means an outright rejection, but that tiny smile tugging at his lips, barely there before he moves to hide it, is heartening in its own right.
that unflappable determination fades, just a touch, softening into a hint of her own smile — soft and small, but meaningful. appreciative. ]
Take as long as you like.
[ she finally stands again from the table, steadier this time, without the earlier waver thanks to the bourbon, and gathers up her dishes. ]
Suppose we have nothing but time, wouldn't you say?
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[ well, it's by no means an outright rejection, but that tiny smile tugging at his lips, barely there before he moves to hide it, is heartening in its own right.
that unflappable determination fades, just a touch, softening into a hint of her own smile — soft and small, but meaningful. appreciative. ]
Take as long as you like.
[ she finally stands again from the table, steadier this time, without the earlier waver thanks to the bourbon, and gathers up her dishes. ]
Suppose we have nothing but time, wouldn't you say?