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Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

............

But - then - what else can I do?

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

...

[Well now he's nervous. Martin just decided this for himself, it feels unfair to put it all on him.

But that's kind of the point isn't it? Giving him the choice.]

I think... You remember before I climbed into the coffin, I'd made a recording. Discussing a point Gertrude had about... anchors, and the like for Avatars?

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

Oh, yes. You had some ridiculous idea about leaving your rib behind.

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

[. . . . . .]

Admittedly, not my brightest idea.

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

No. Not really. Please tell me your husband told you how you actually found your way back.

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

...He did, but that- [SO FLUSTERED.]

I admit I was wrong about what kind of 'anchor' Gertrude meant.

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

Mmhmm.

So. If the worst happens, how do I help?

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

...[ He squeezes Martin's hand gently, not looking him in the eyes.]

Be my anchor. Draw me back to myself.

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

[ Martin ... nods, softly. Clinging a little. ]

I will. Promise.

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

You're all right with that?

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

Well - I mean - it's hardly great. Obviously. But.

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

[Jonah watches him, then shifts so he can face Martin properly, holding his hand between them.]

Martin. You can love me and not be my anchor. That's all right, if it's not something you're entirely up to.

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

[ Martin bows his head a bit in turn. ]

What would your husband do?

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

He would do whatever he wants. I can't speak for him, as he isn't here, and you aren't him.

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

Well - yes all of that is true but - surely there's something that's LIKELY.

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

Even if I knew, I don't want what another version of you would do to influence your decisions, Martin. I want you to choose because you want to.

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

...

[ rude tbh. now he has to decide on his own.

Martin takes in a deep breath. ]

I'll anchor you, then.

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

[Jonah watches him. Then nods gently, closing his hands around Martin's.]

All right. That'll do then. I'll try not to let it get in the way of your, um. Agreement with Mrs. Beatrice.

[Dueling Eyes, how will that go.]

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

-- oh. God, yes, please. I don't want this to be a - a priority thing.

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

...Right. Of course. No, i-it won't be that, no.

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

...

You're still jealous aren't you.

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

...


Which is the better answer?

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

The honest one?

Re: Day 90

[eyediot]

[MARTIN YOU KNOW HONESTY ALWAYS GETS HIM INTO TROUBLE SOMEHOW.]

Then yes, I'm still incredibly jealous I wasn't here to help you and that Finch claimed you.

Re: Day 90

[curriculum_fictae]

[ Martin ... laughs, quietly. And leans in closer. ]

Sorry, Jon. I think I like the thought of you being a bit jealous.