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[galddigger]

[Anise stopped questioning how and why she kept finding her way back to this place a while ago. All she knew was that it was weird here, because there were always way too many of the same person walking around. Oh, well. That just meant more Guy's to hug, Colonels to hang around with, Asch's to bother and, most importantly, Ion's to protect!]

[Today, though, she finds an old sign that brings back a few fuzzy memories. She grins. Time to have some fun.]

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[galddigger]

H-hey, they donated those willfully and out of the goodness and generosity of their hearts! I didn't lie or have to make them do anything they didn't wanna...!

[yourfononsarewhack]

Ha ha haaa~!

[He briefly pats a hand on her head to cut her off.]

You are putting an unusual amount of work into defending a crime of debatable merit that has long been forgotten. I suppose even the statute of limitations for such a misdemeanor must have passed by now. I may be left with no choice but to approve of this as a legitimate business.

[galddigger]

Boo. I just didn't wanna be wrongfully accused of the same stuff that mama and papa keep falling for! [She makes a face at him. Teasing or not, that was really mean!

And then, dryly:] Thanks, I guess. It means so much to have your approval.

[yourfononsarewhack]

[Mean's how he rolls; he just has a higher chance of pulling his punches when it comes to Anise.]

Mm. I should have realized immediately that Anise Tatlin was above such foul play. [A pause; he shifts slightly.] I trust your parents are well?

And my approval should be very valuable to you, Anise. [He takes out a stamp with some type of official seal and stamps it onto the sign.] Now that you've passed your first inspection, you are sure to attract more customers with the assurance that you are trustworthy.

[galddigger]

They're okay. Same as always. Florian's kept mama busy, but that's actually been good for her! [She shrugs. But that certificate looks fancy and official and it makes her grin a bit.]

Oooh, that makes me legitimate, right? Thanks a bunch, Colonel! It's been a slow day, so maybe this'll help!

[yourfononsarewhack]

I see. That's - nice to hear. I agree that they must both serve beneficial roles for each other.

[He gives her a sly grin.]

Never let it be said that Colonel Jade Curtiss doesn't support up-and-coming small businesses. Mm, maybe even His Majesty could be attracted by such a commendation.

[galddigger]

[Pay no mind to the flash in her eyes when he mentions his Majesty.]

Ohh, I'm so glad you think so too, Colonel! Won't you please mention it to him when you see him next~? ♥

[yourfononsarewhack]

The topic has a chance of coming up in conversation. If it does come up organically, I'll be sure to direct him to seek out the gaudiest-looking sign in the area.

[galddigger]

I think you mean cutest sign. With matching cutest girl! [She strikes a pose!]

[yourfononsarewhack]

I suppose the latter has a better chance of being true. Then again, with tastes like those of His Majesty, he may very well agree with both assessments.

[galddigger]

Well, that just means His Majesty has the best taste.

[yourfononsarewhack]

Oh! I see. [He mocks shock in his voice.] So you're another poor young girl who's fallen prey to such a misconception. I shudder think of the disillusioned state a relationship with the emperor would leave you in regarding his tastes. It's a shame, really.

[galddigger]

Misconception? [HOLD IT. Anise frowns.] Colonel, you're not saying I'm not cute, are you? Think of what that's gonna do for my sensitive self-esteem!

[yourfononsarewhack]

Now now, Anise. I'm not nearly heartless enough to break something so fragile. The misconception primarily regards his tastes in fashion and sign design being good. Your cuteness may be exempt from such a rule.

[galddigger]

[She looks at him dubiously.]

"May" be?

[yourfononsarewhack]

It's all purely subjective. [His smile doesn't give away one way or another.]