You were having a crisis. A crisis is a perfectly acceptable reason to awaken me.
[ That's a Chilton-ish thing to say, right? ]
How have things been going with your situation?
[ What situation? Damned if Baelish knows. But he's hoping to get Rincewind to elaborate on some secret conversation he's been having with Chilton. The more he can work this, the better! ]
Baelish might have forgotten if Julian hadn't reminded him of the date. The print is absolutely being hung up in his ambassadorial office. Right next to the only other present he had received in his time here. The calendar Julian stole got for him after his election victory. ]
[it could be any number of things - there always seems to be a "situation" in his unfortunate life. He doesn't want to hang himself with extra rope if he doesn't have to.]
Because things are fine. I haven't even fought with that terrible Hemali woman yet.
Sorry that people in ~~my line of work~~ are just real good at what we do PS that if I wasn't real good we wouldn't be texting Think of this like an investment of your info if it makes you feel better
But I'll start with depart and org thnx for the awesome directions
[ Because he can't resist riling up a drunk Rincewind a little bit. ]
So no one has attempted to bite your fingers off yet? Good. I'm glad to hear it's all going so well.
[ Does drunk Rincewind panic or laugh at the comment like it's a joke? It's actually a bit interesting exploring Rincewind's responses under the guise of being a 'friend.' ]
Har har. No. I suppose they're saving the biting for when they're in-patients. [he's still just as mouthy, apparently, and somewhat less anxious.]
Although maybe then I couldn't stumble into as much trouble. Harder to unlock doors and remove magical what-nots from people without fingers. Also harder to eat a sandwich though, there's the downside.
I can absolutely see where you would have charmed Count Dooku.
[ She's so charming Baelish is left to wonder if this is the Count's idea of an insult by sending her his way. But it will be the results that speak for themselves, not her award winning personality. ]
If there is anything else you require of me apart from money when the time comes, do let me know.
[ Whoa. Whoa. Remove doors and remove magical what-nots from people? It all clicks now. That is what he did to Miles. It's too little too late for any of it to matter. But having this knowledge in his arsenal is good for any number of unforeseen incidents. ]
At least you can look on the bright side of a finger less existence. That's a step in the right direction. But I have to wonder, how many houses have you accidentally broken into this week alone?
[ Kaneki only celebrates New Years, so that's the day he'll be dropping off gifts. For Baelish, he will leave a thank you gift: sake. ]
Lord Baelish, Thank you for your help and support regarding recent events. Sake is rice wine, typical from my country, Japan. I do hope it's of your liking. Have a Happy New Year.
It counts more because there's security footage, Rincewind! We don't want to risk your ability going public. Which shoe store was it? I should be able to do something about this.
Of course I can. All it will take is a little positive persuasion, and then you will have nothing to worry about. Well, not this. I'm sure you'll be worrying about plenty of other things in the meantime.
[ and then Dorian sends Petyr a selfie of himself at Vegas, in a super high-rise hotel, overlooking the city in the background. It's easy to see that he's alone...and a bit sad but desperately trying to put on a happy face, ha ha there will be no moping and falling into depression again on Dorian's watch (oh my god he is so close to moping and falling into depression). ]
I am about to make you a shit ton of money by the way.
[ It's taking a little convincing of herself that approaching Petyr Baelish (or, indeed, anyone) is the best course of action. It would be shameful to wait for him to come to her, only to discover then the value in his assistance. Letting a little thing like pride get in the way of true healing is petty, but so often Daenerys is used to having at least one other voice is debate these things with. She's already asked Jorah for his help, when he can help. It's time for another.
She leaves a voice mail, recognising it as a more direct course of action than written missive. ]
When an angered dragon lands in the heart of a city and only one man dies as a result, some would call it a miracle. This isn't, however, an age of miracles. His name was Daniel Fischer, and he left behind a de facto partner and her two children.
[ She's been doing some review, then, and her tone tightens with her empathy. She smooths it out again when she asks, then, direct; ]
Do you know that modeling competition held in Heropa few weeks ago? Well, I entered it. I gained myself two months in a risque imPort calendar but, most importantly, a company offered me a modeling deal, which I intend to accept. You're looking at the new face of Chenal perfume.
Of course, I'll still be working at the club. But I do wonder how much attendance will spike once people realize they can be served drinks by a celebrity?
[ Baelish had partially expected this call. Perhaps Daenerys may have chosen to deal with it on her own, but he knew she was more rational than that and could see the value in his ambassadorial status. So it doesn't take terribly long for him to return her phone call. ]
Your Grace, I received your message. And I, too, would call this miraculous.
[ He's seen the remnants of what dragons were capable of. And Drogon is such a very large dragon. ]
I believe the first and most important thing that can be done for them is to pay for their funeral arrangements entirely and make certain you attend to express your condolences. Far too often, imPorts maintain a distance from the natives who have died, and it's important to show them that their lives matter.
Do you know anything else about the partner and her children? Was Mr. Fischer the sole provider?
Well, congratulations are in order. I will be certain to display the calendar at the club. And it's excellent to hear that your good looks shall be put to good use. When you return, we should have a little celebration with the staff.
Forget about the celebration. I have something different in mind if you want to reward me for my service. After all, you scratch my back, I'll scratch yours.
I'm afraid this is a tad specific: I'm interested in magic. Specifically, I'd like a magical item that could remove impurities from an object or restore it to it's original state. I know there are magicians who could cast a spell to perform it themselves but I'd rather not tell them what item I'd like to restore in the first place.
Kaplan's the magician who first comes to mind but neither of us trust each other all that much.
[ Over the phone, she is silent while she listens, but midway through his final query, there's the sound of shuffling pages. Homework. There's a benefit to having found employment with a civil service. ]
It says she works part time as a sales assistant at Vittoria's Wardrobe in Nonah [ and she has been in this world long enough (and, indeed, visited enough boutiques) that she doesn't trip over these words as she might have done previously, although this next part comes out a little stilted ] while studying for a business degree.
[ Whatever that is.
Matters of money have occurred to her. There's a reason to ask Baelish for his help beyond his practical advice. ]
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