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Post by teo on Mar 15, 2009 15:46:52 GMT -5
“Yes, it is a hard line to walk. I think the most important thing though is realizing that there is a line and trying to do what’s best, even if sometimes you give in and indulge in a play,” I said with a smile.
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 15, 2009 15:54:39 GMT -5
I chuckled. "Well, we are supporting the arts," I pointed out with a smile. "It is one of my few true pleasures."
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Post by teo on Mar 15, 2009 16:36:12 GMT -5
“Mine as well,” I said, still smiling. “I hope you enjoy this performance as much as the last.”
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 15, 2009 16:49:24 GMT -5
It will be, with you beside me...
"I have no fear in that regard," I said instead. "It's the same acting troupe?"
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Post by teo on Mar 15, 2009 16:54:43 GMT -5
“No, it’s a new troupe. They’ve only been in the City a week, but already they are beginning to sell out their shows. I’ve hears it’s quite a performance,” I said, smiling happily at the thought of seeing another show with her.
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 15, 2009 17:04:28 GMT -5
"Sounds like we're in for a treat. I'm glad you suggested it," I said with a warm smile.
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Post by teo on Mar 15, 2009 18:20:39 GMT -5
“And I’m glad you accepted,” I replied, my smile taking on a bit more of a fond edge. “I enjoy spending time with you.”
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 15, 2009 19:42:00 GMT -5
I blushed slightly. "I'm glad to hear my company is appreciated," I said with a soft smile.
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Post by teo on Mar 15, 2009 20:13:36 GMT -5
“It is indeed,” I said, smiling and then taking another sip of brandy.
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 15, 2009 21:44:57 GMT -5
I looked at my brandy, ducking my head to modestly hide a pleased smile.
"So any other big plans for your estate?"
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Post by teo on Mar 15, 2009 22:39:24 GMT -5
“Some expansions to the manufacturing facilities to accommodate the added work,” I answered. “And I’d also like to be able to help repair all the homes that need it and perhaps even build some new ones. Try and attract more families to come live there.”
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 15, 2009 23:12:30 GMT -5
"Would you be able to do the expansions you wish with the current population?" I asked interestedly, taking a sip of brandy.
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Post by teo on Mar 15, 2009 23:26:43 GMT -5
“Just barely. We already employ almost everyone in the surrounding area and those we don’t are the farmers, healers, and those types of occupations who we still need around.” I blushed a little and looked at my brandy. “I must sound like a braggart.”
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 16, 2009 0:24:41 GMT -5
"No, not at all," I quickly assured him. "It is good that you are proud of your people and the work that they do."
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Post by teo on Mar 16, 2009 0:30:25 GMT -5
“They are such good people, such good families, I want to be a good Marquis. They deserve nothing less,” I said, my voice growing a little softer as I thought of the people I was responsible for.
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 16, 2009 0:57:20 GMT -5
"It sounds like you're doing just that," I said with an encouraging smile.
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Post by teo on Mar 16, 2009 11:45:39 GMT -5
“Thank you,” I said, looking up at her and smiling gratefully at her words. “Perhaps someday I can show you my home and you can meet the people I am trying to work so hard for.”
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 16, 2009 13:18:46 GMT -5
"I would like that. Both to meet your people and to see exactly how paper is made. I've always wanted to see it with my own two eyes," I said with a smile.
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Post by teo on Mar 16, 2009 13:21:53 GMT -5
I couldn’t believe how quickly she’d agreed and it sent happiness soaring inside me. “Whenever you’d like to get away from the City, just let me know and I’ll arrange everything,” I said.
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 16, 2009 20:03:20 GMT -5
"That's very generous, thank you Teo," I said with a wide smile. "I'll check my calendar, see when it would fit in best."
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Post by teo on Mar 16, 2009 20:55:51 GMT -5
As much as I tried to hide it, I was smiling widely at the mere thought of showing her my home and the work we did there.
“Forgive me, now I probably look like a fool,” I said, chuckling at myself.
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 16, 2009 23:12:09 GMT -5
"You are grinning quite a bit, but I don't mind," I replied with a chuckle of my own.
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Post by teo on Mar 17, 2009 0:12:19 GMT -5
“Sorry,” I said, blushing. “It’s just the idea of showing you my home makes me very happy.”
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 17, 2009 0:21:45 GMT -5
"You should never have to apologize for something that makes you happy. My mother has been telling me that for years," I said with a soft smile, though his eagerness made me blush as well.
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Post by teo on Mar 17, 2009 0:23:26 GMT -5
“I’ll try to remember that,” I said, then took another drink of brandy in an effort to calm my foolish smile.
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 17, 2009 16:01:05 GMT -5
"Of course, every time my mother told me that, my father would tease her for being D'Angeline, and it would make her smile," I said with a soft chuckle.
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Post by teo on Mar 17, 2009 17:36:09 GMT -5
I chuckled as well. “It sounds as if your parents have a good relationship,” I said, smiling.
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 17, 2009 20:49:20 GMT -5
"They do. I hope that when I've been married as long as they have, that I'll be just as in love," I said with a soft smile.
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Post by teo on Mar 17, 2009 23:16:06 GMT -5
My thoughts turned to my own parents when they were alive. “I know what you mean. My parents were deeply in love from the day they met until they passed,” I said. “It’s quite an example to live up to.”
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Post by Mercedes de las Aragonia on Mar 18, 2009 0:04:15 GMT -5
"It is, especially in Aragonia," I said with a sad little smile.
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