Antumbra | Private Conversations: Iago

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[It gets a good laugh out of him at least. He'll let Iago hear it.]

Well, it certainly got your foot in the door.

[Like...he knows that their relationship did start on them being a practical echo chamber of praise and venting. But the more they spoke and the more they learned about one another...it has become way more than that now. Way, way more.

So. Yes. They are too far gone now. No looking back, etc.]

Are you speaking in a physical sense? Because that may make both of our jobs difficult.

[Joking aside...]

I understand, though. Being apart from you once has proven to be a struggle that I never want to endure again.

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I did indeed mean that in the physical sense. You'll have to pry me off.

[He drops the teasing tone for the next part, though.]

You never will. I intend to stay by your side once this is over, regardless of where that takes us.

[It's not as though he's given up on his desire for power - he certainly never could. But "power" is a bit of a vague goal and one he hasn't really properly defined at all since he decided on it. Ruling a kingdom or a country would be nice, of course, but he can start smaller and alter that goal until it fits neatly beside Dist's own.]

I'll be here for you. [Forever, if he has his way.] You aren't getting rid of me just yet.

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As if I would ever want to be rid of you.

[Apparently that's what he has decided was the most pressing thing to address.

The next most pressing thing⁠—and something he is very serious about⁠—is:]

You had better work on that physical strength of yours, so you can sweep me off of my feet when we meet again.

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[It gets a startled laugh out of him; you can catch the end of it as he clicks the button.]

I think you're asking a bit too much of me.

[He actually sounds somewhere between legitimately flattered and caught off-guard for that one. Congrats, Dist, that was shockingly smooth and absolutely has managed to get him to blush.]

I'm fairly certain I already succeeded in that, even if it wasn't physical.

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Oh, you certainly have. I will admit that much.

[He says it as if he's reluctant to. He really isn't at all. Plus he just loves what he's hearing from Iago's end.]

But I don't know. I've simply had...dreams of someone coming along and doing just that in a physical sense.

[While this is entirely a joke...Jade. It was Jade before.]

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You're so cute.

[It's usually teasing, but it certainly doesn't manage that this time.]

I'm afraid that may have to remain a dream. Not that I'm complaining if you're dreaming about me, of course.

[And not. You know. Having nightmares about anything that happened.]

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[Oh... Thank Yulia that Iago can't see his face or he'd never get to continue trying to be smooth.]

And just what happened to you not intending to disappoint me, hm?

[What has this conversation become.]

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[thank god this is a pc so the whole comm is not subjected to this]

You would use my own words against me in such a way? You wound me, Dist.

[ahhhhhhh this is so much harder when someone else is doing the teasing!!!! how is dist this smooth!!!!!!]

Perhaps I'll have to look into finding a spell that will help make your dream a reality.

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Now, now, I am merely reminding you of your promise!

[He is bumblefucking his way through it, as one does in this murdergame group.]

Oh, now that I would accept. Sweeping me off my feet with magic...yes, that does fit you very well.

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Of course it does. I've already created a spell from scratch, I'm certain I can find a way to alter a Freeze staff to do just what I need it to.

[Gods, he's seriously considering this. What have you done to him, you horrible man.]

You're being so charming right now. Usually I'm the one doing the teasing. I suppose I can't really complain, though. I hope you continue to sweep me off my feet as soon as we're reunited.

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I have absolute faith in you, my dear Iago.

[Clearly something amazing?? He's trying to hold back laughter at how absurd this conversation has become. Ah...he's glad this ended on a good note. They really did need to talk about the hard things, but they really can't dwell on them for too long.

A laugh does eventually escape, though it's a pleased one.]

I've learned plenty from you as well, it seems. [He smiles, once again wishing he could be there to touch Iago, but alas. Soon.] My first order of business is to rebuild my chair. Then I may properly do the same for you.

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["my dear" ahhhhhhh.......]

Why not just build one big enough for both of us?

[this is quite literally the most cursed idea. flying loveseat. disgusting.]

Alternatively, I could just sit in your lap.

[THAT'S EVEN WORSE]

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[Wow.

While Iago doesn't hear the flustered noise he just made, it's still pretty evident in his tone.]

It needs to be small enough to fit through doorways... S-So I suppose the latter would be the only option.

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[oh my god he is laughing so hard, give him a moment—]

That does sound like a nice option. Your chair might be comfortable, but I'll have the best seat.

[cuts the feed so he can continue cackling]

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[Oh how the turns have tabled. Very smooth, Iago.]

You are something else! Have I told you that yet?!

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My only regret is that I can't see how red you are right now.

[that's more like it!!!! he's the one who's supposed to being doing the flustering here!!!]

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I am not red!

[He is. His tone gives it away entirely.]

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You're so cute, Dist. I can picture your face right now. I'm sure your pout is just as adorable in person.

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And you are awful.

[He can't believe he's being attacked through a damn machine.]

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[you chose this, dist.]

It's true, I am. I'm a Sorcerer, remember? We're all dreadful.

[But don't worry, he's not going to tease you forever. He did learn his lesson and he tries not to be too mean to the people he's genuinely fond of. He kind of bullied Mikami a lot today but also: it's Mikami. How is he supposed to resist??]

Thank you for talking with me, even though much of it was highly unpleasant. Hearing your voice again really does give me the strength to continue on.

[It would've been better if Dist was here by his side, but knowing he's still okay is good enough for now.]

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I wasn't aware that Sorcerers were so well-versed at flustering. Ah, the things that I have learned from you...

[But, anyway. Thanks for letting him collect himself...]

Of course. I will continue to be here to talk as long as I am able. I appreciate hearing from you just as much.

[He doesn't know if he wants to voice it, but...he can't help but be concerned about the Twilight's collapse. Will he lose all contact with Iago and the others when it happens? That uncertainty bothers him, even if he knows it should work out in the end...]

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Remind me to show you the outfit I wore as a Dark Mage once we're reunited.

[He hates that outfit!! But also: you will die and it will be so worth it.

Anyway...]

Of course, Dist. I know you and the others will be just fine on your own. [Honestly, he's more concerned about the living and their inability to get along for five minutes...] But I... really hope it isn't too long that we're separated again.

[It's only been a few days and yet he feels like his entire damn world ended. At least this time he can prepare for it and he has the knowledge that it's only a temporary silence between them.]

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Oh? Very well, I will remember.

[HE SURE WILL DIE. He likes showing a little cleavage but...that...is too much. The thought of Iago wearing it will be even more so.]

I imagine the Lady intends to end things soon over there, so with luck it won't be very long. I do hope that we get the chance to see you all tear her limb from limb when it happens.

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[His younger days were so wild, even for him.........]

Yes. I'm sure we'll all gather to share everything we've found soon, and I'll do everything I can to come up with several plans on how to proceed. I don't expect any of what I plan will actually happen since the Lady does enjoy surprising me. [never forget that powers motive!!] Still, that is what I do best and I'm not going to stop now.

I hope you all have the opportunity to watch as well. It will be all the more satisfying knowing you're there with me when I destroy her.

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Wouldn't it be so satisfying to actually catch her off guard, though? I will put in a bet that at least one of your plans will.

[He's gotten to catch her off guard once and it would've been the best if the circumstances weren't...after the fourth week's trial...

Anyway, he lets a conspiratory laugh come through the feed.]

I will be waiting in anticipation for that, no doubt about it.