伝染性

…no.

I’ll be in touch, then.

i’m still alive.

I can see that. Are you busy?

you can’t bandage a rib, moron.

While your point is valid, your overall argument remains incorrect.

internal breaks like that don’t have a lot you can do for them.

Well, that’s your opinion. Unfortunately it’s an incorrect one, but it can’t be helped.

i guess?

I’ll take that as a no, then.

collarbone. a rib.

And you took proper care of them, yes?

only two.

Of course. Which ones did you break this time?

how was your vacation.

Uneventful and fairly tiring. It was more of a business trip than a vacation. And how have you been? I hope you haven’t broken any bones in my absence.

i’m not exhibiting animosity. i’m not exhibiting anything. like usual.

I see. Forgive me for assuming, then.

perfectly capable of living a fulfilling life all by my onesie, thanks.

I don’t suppose there’s a reason for your animosity?

thanks for looking out for me, buddy.

nothing at all. i repeat: is there something you needed? you seemed to pop up with impeccable timing as i brought my network back up to speed. is there something wrong with your allmate that your infinitely deep pockets and a small-time criminal can fix?

Quite the opposite, actually. Hersha is doing quite well, thank you. As for my timing, I suppose we’ll call it luck. I’ve been out of the country for some time now. I see my absence has been noted.

you’re pretty good at those, huh.

Correct me if I am mistaken, but it seems you’re trying to imply something. Is there something you needed to discuss?

can i help you with something.

I am sure I could come up with something if you need an excuse.

"You don’t seem the clubbing type," he noted as they walked, keeping pace with the older blonde. "Why the change of heart?" A small grin crept onto his face. "Did I really complain that much?”

The question received an immediate answer. "Yes." He let that answer stand on its own for a moment before elaborating. "... I do this on occasion. I simply thought you might like to get out and do something interesting now that you've healed. After all, you complained so very much. It was painfully clear how much you had to endure. I think you've earned a reward." He glanced at the boy, a smirk that might be described as coquettish tugging at his lips. "Don't you?"