[ They're sort of similar, he realizes, in how they often try not to let their true feelings show. Briefly, Yusuke wonders if he's this annoying when he does it.
Surely not. ]
Tentative. As long as you make the effort to do the same with all of us. Haru, especially.
[ He wouldn't accept the apology if he were her, but he would find the groveling a little satisfying. Haru has a light sadistic streak, he's sure she'll feel the same. ]
[ His expression tightens at the reminder of his position. He doesn't need him to remind him of that, but he wills his expression into something more neutral. ]
A job like that would require more trust than I'm willing to give to a stranger.
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... I see.
[ If he shows any surprise (which, he does) it's quickly replaced by a neutral expression. ]
Then, shall we call a tentative truce?
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Surely not. ]
Tentative. As long as you make the effort to do the same with all of us. Haru, especially.
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If she is interested in one. Don't worry--I don't plan on hurting any of you, but I won't force my company on someone if they clearly don't want it.
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... You have my word that I will. Whatever worth you put into that, at least.
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There's nowhere to go but up.
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[ He sets his cup down and folds his hands in his lap. ]
... Now, is there anything else you need from me?
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[ It takes him a moment to think if he has any other business, but! Of course he does. ]
How do you feel about nude modeling?
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... I can't say I've ever thought about it.
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[ He says, the perfect picture of calm. ]
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A job like that would require more trust than I'm willing to give to a stranger.