daemonized | RECOLLE IC CONTACT.

[It's not the first time that Ardyn's gotten a text from a number he doesn't recognize, and to be honest, it’s unlikely that it’ll be the last. This one, however, has gotten his attention more so than the usual, for obvious reasons.

The reply comes only a minute or two later. A brief distraction from grading submitted essays, then.]

Hello, Anya. I’d be more than happy to answer any questions you might have regarding Ms. Sutcliffe.

[it’s like customer service at its finest.]

[Oh! That was so quick. Anya smiles.

He's prompt. A point in his favor.]

Thank you! auntie said that you're friends?
that's right, isn't it?

[yeah why not start there]

[Ah, "auntie", is it? A title of family or close familiarity. At least Ardyn can get a better idea of what he's dealing with, here.]

That's correct. I've known her for awhile now. We may not be work colleagues, but we cross paths often enough. I even text her [at 3 am] frequently, to her amusement.

[ardyn....]

Well I would hope that friends like talking to each other
that makes me happy to hear though
she speaks well of you too

[just in case he was wondering!

it only seems fair]

[Why yes, now that you mention it, he was wondering!]

Does she? I can't imagine what sort of things she says about little old me.

[This is swiftly going to turn into another bit of amusement for him, isn't it.]

But I assume you had your doubts, regardless. Else you wouldn't be texting me, would you?

[Well.

If he's going to face it so head on.]

not to insult your character or anything, mr. Izunia
you seem very nice! (｡･ω･｡)

[the return of the kaomoji, aka the sign that anya's getting comfortable enough with him to type more like herself]

but I think anyone would be worried if you sent text messages joking about marriage
please don't tell auntie that I'm asking though. I'll tell her myself.
(・・。)ゞ I was just curious

[Marriage? So she saw the text, that or Grell had told her about it. How funny.

He could give her the real reason for it; a joke borne out of a ~~terrible~~ conversation with one of his nephews. But why would he do that? He hadn't even told Grell that much.

And so, instead:]

Who says I was joking? Maybe the consideration was quite serious.

maybe so
(?・・)σ but right now Auntie doesn't believe you
so I don't either
and over text is in very poor taste. Auntie deserves better.

[someone went from fluffball kitten to protective real fast]

[Talk about mood whiplash. Any other man would be more careful about his responses? But Ardyn considers his for like half a second.]

I'm certain she does.

Though I don't want you to worry; there will be less texting and more face-to-face conversation when Valentine's comes around. We can clear up any misunderstandings then, as it should be.

why are you waiting until Valentine's Day?
Auntie says that you aren't dating either, so isn't this a surprise to her?
I'm confused
if it's not my place please let me know but I cannot follow what you're thinking

[maybe because he's kidding sweetheart

just maybe]

[Look if you want a coherent conversation that doesn't go around in circles because Ardyn finds all of this kind of funny, you're in the wrong place.]

But we're to have a date on that day. I would hope that she isn't surprised /after/ agreeing to it. If I'm so easily forgettable, my heart will shatter.

is that your first date? ( ・◇・)？

[did?? anya find out about grell's date before grell did?

help

she's even more confused]

I suppose it is.

Did she not tell you?

[no this is happening

after he made concrete plans with Grell?

lord help her]

I didn't ask （*・∧・*）?

[grell doesn't even know she's doing this

anya didn't even see the whole conversation

it's a bit of a mess]

Well, now you know. A date on Valentine's. What better day to indulge oneself in another's fond company?

[NEVERMIND THAT HE HAS A BLIND DATE ON THAT DAY TOO???

Would Grell approve of you doing this, Anya]

[probably not

she might get scolded later]

I see! (*･▽･*) then I think you should try harder for Auntie to take you seriously

Edited (dw didn't like my kaomoji) 2017-02-10 06:08 (UTC)

[Ardyn might show this entire text thread to Grell later.]

Really? You may have a point; in retrospect, I've been too lax.

Do you have any suggestions?

[ARDYN'S GOING TO GET ANYA IN TROUBLE]

you don't know her well enough to have your own ideas?
（*・∧・*）?

[it's like 2 steps forward, 1 step back]

[sorry not sorry]

Oh, I could. But I'm always open to a second opinion from someone who might even know her better. Doesn't that sound reasonable to you?

not really (*´～｀*)
I love auntie very much. of course I know the things that make her happy.
but you need to demonstrate your own ability first before asking for help, don't you think?

I hope that isn't impolite to say? I'm sorry

So the burden of proof is on me, then? I didn't realize the process was so vigorous.

Regardless, I wasn't asking for help, I was asking for a suggestion. You're not at all obligated to give it to me, if you're against the idea.

yes! exactly (︶ω︶) auntie only deserves the best, after all
I'll give you suggestions once you've convinced her that you're dating of your own ability

but I believe in you, mr. Izunia. I'm sure you'll be able to prove yourself to auntie if you try! ヾ(･ω･｀★)ゞ

Your words of encouragement strengthen my resolve, Anya. And your concern for your aunt is nothing short of inspiring.

You would, perhaps, be interested in knowing how the date went when we're through?

(｡･ω･｡) ? would you let me?
it might not be my place...
even this probably isn't my place

[at least she's not completely blind]

I certainly would. If your curiosity gets the better of you, I'm only a text message away. Since, apparently, you already have my number.

[but Anya can't you tell that this is all kind of one big joke

Which honestly makes it a bit terrible, but, well.

Such is Ardyn.]

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