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Re: CW: death, mind control

[heyboss]

Do about it?

[He picks the cup up again.]

What would you do?

[planetdialup]

I don't know.

I haven't known what to do for months. And I have no idea what to do.

If I make this public knowledge, or tried to isolate him socially...it wouldn't be right. It wouldn't help.

I just...wish he would apologize.

If I could...I'd just press him for that. A sincere apology.

[heyboss]

[He nods.]

I think that's a fair ask, Aerith.

Have you talked to Yunlan about it?

[planetdialup]

No.

He's been distracted with his partner leaving. And before...I don't know.

I like him, but. I don't know the work he's put in.

[heyboss]

He's a good man. And he's - not one to shut you down, I think.

I don't know, Aerith. I would start with him, actually.

[planetdialup]

Yeah...Yunlan is...a good person, I think.

But I think that's why I'm struggling, personally with...everything these past few weeks.

Plus the alarms.

[Those gave her some monster headaches at least a couple of mornings.]

[heyboss]

Those damn alarms.

[He grumbles about it as he grumbled during.]

But - Aerith. I'm sorry you've been struggling. I really am. I don't mind listening to you if that helps, but what can I do to help? Would you like me to be with you when you talk to Yunlan? I don't want you to feel like you don't have a voice to say your feelings.

[planetdialup]

I feel terrible with people with great hearing. Nanaki- he's the cat creature with a flame on his tail- he's a friend of mine.

A warden. He's had it rough.

[She's not going to defend Thrawn, even if she understands his mind on the matter. She's been placing silence spells every morning.

Plus she cried at him the first morning, so he knows he messed up.]

I'm sorry Sheehan. I didn't mean to- make this personal.

It's...fine. I mean, it's not fine but- you're already busy. So is Yunlan. He doesn't need to hear this.

I shouldn't have bothered you with this. I'm really sorry.

[heyboss]

Aerith. [And his voice is gentle.]

You don't get to decide if I am bothered or not. You don't get to make that choice of me or of Yunlan. You deserve to be heard by someone. Me. Yunlan. Someone.

[planetdialup]

I shouldn't have said anything. I was meddling. Am meddling.

[She shook her head, and made to stand up.]

The idea of- all of that for my ego- I'm not comfortable with it.

I'm okay, Sheehan. I'm being dramatic.

[heyboss]

[Sheehan stands as well, but he doesn't move to stop her.]

Hey, wait a second. You’re not a bother at all, and you’re definitely not being dramatic.

[He puts a hand on his chest.] I care about you, and I want to hear what’s on your mind. It’s okay to feel this way, and it’s okay to need someone to talk to. But...I get it. If you’re up for it, I’d love to keep listening. But if you need a break, that’s okay too. Just know I’m here for you, no matter what

[planetdialup]

I care about you too Sheehan. Very much. I know you have a lot on your plate.

[She offers him a big smile, gesturing to the table.]

And it's okay. There's nothing to talk about. So there's no need for a break or anything. Consider it all forgotten.

Please enjoy the tea. I'm sure it'll be wonderful. And- could you say hi to Saga for me? I'll have to try to drop by again, especially after her tolling.

[heyboss]

"Aerith. I am always here when you need someone to talk to, alright?"

And as much as he hates it, he inclines his head and sits down to let her go.

[planetdialup]

"Of course Sheehan. Sorry for overstepping, again."

Abd she hurried off, feeling foolish for her confession.