Such was the microscopic lens of self-judgement that one should see only flaws where another can see only praise. To the Socialite, the Pupil's opulent attire was daring, bold, and spoke to a subtle wealth of either funds or creativity. Surely, if the tales of the Ex-Disgraced Academic were to be believed, then someone so experienced in their company must know how dangerous some of these fields could be. If this coat was one the Pupil was most willing to have damaged, then they must surely have a wide and fanciful array of clothes even more stunning and eye-catching.
As well, it occurred too late to the Socialite that the lie about his own wardrobe- that this was not his only coat and that he most definitely had others to choose from- was one that would have to be maintained in front of someone with so keen an eye. Fear flooded the Socialite's veins, but he scarcely let it show.
Rather, the Socialite leaned in further, projecting an eager and curious expression- one not entirely untrue. "I've heard spare few tales of the Academic, yet have never met the fellow. Wonderfully dangerous tales, some of which may be best not shared so publicly. I don't expect any interaction with the Academic to be boring in the least, but I will admit that I do not know what to expect. You say you've learned under them before? What shall I be prepared to experience?"
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Re: Before Class
Date: 2025-06-13 03:34 pm (UTC)As well, it occurred too late to the Socialite that the lie about his own wardrobe- that this was not his only coat and that he most definitely had others to choose from- was one that would have to be maintained in front of someone with so keen an eye. Fear flooded the Socialite's veins, but he scarcely let it show.
Rather, the Socialite leaned in further, projecting an eager and curious expression- one not entirely untrue. "I've heard spare few tales of the Academic, yet have never met the fellow. Wonderfully dangerous tales, some of which may be best not shared so publicly. I don't expect any interaction with the Academic to be boring in the least, but I will admit that I do not know what to expect. You say you've learned under them before? What shall I be prepared to experience?"