IC: forward cut because bitchfight

[x_autnihil]

*It might take a day or so but, yes, Cesare remembers he and Shaun were arguing and that it had quickly devolved into insults and maybe he should do something about all of that. Clashing world views and all that, but he might as well do the decent thing and make an overture

Comments

[sharpasafawkes]

How did you get things started with me? Show you're not a threat, and be ready for it to take awhile. Ever notice how it took some time before I let you in here and where we were? The Assassin's bureau is meant to be a safe place, so try to talk to him on neutral ground. Also don't lie, he's used to seeing Cesare lie and manipulate everyone, and it doesn't help that Desmond's got a bit of a quick temper sometimes and touchy about his past.

[x_autnihil]

I had asked him to look for something for me.

[eaglecocktail]

For what?

[GRABBING HIM BY THE COLLAR]

[x_autnihil]

*Oh look, I have an icon for this.

maintaining eye contact, keeping his expression largely neutral although it does harden slightly*

I have been doing research into my family's history. I am looking for one book in particular, although I do not know the author. Shaun has been very helpful in combing Camp's library with me.

[eaglecocktail]

Why is Shaun helping you?!

[SLAMMING HIM AGAINST THE WALL Gosh it's good that Shaun is out cold

Never here when you need a makeshift Lucy or someone sane to manage the situation]

[x_autnihil]

*oof, give him a moment to catch his breath*

Because he trusts me, as does Malik. *flash of anger but pushing some of it back, this is not the time, take it out on something later, keep this manageable. puts his hands up.*

I'm not a threat to you.

[eaglecocktail]

[the flash of anger gets him and he shoves harder]

Who the hell are you to tell me who is or isn't a threat?!

[x_autnihil]

I am allowed to tell you when I have no ill intent towards you.

[eaglecocktail]

[he pauses-- it seems like he's starting to get through to him

annnnd then he punches him.]

[x_autnihil]

*sweet, I have an icon for this, too!

that punch startles a short yell out of him.

or maybe he'd rather Malik intervene before the moogles do. either way.*

[eaglecocktail]

[LUCKY YOU I don't have fighting icons. B| Anyway, he slams him against the wall again]

What are you up to, Templar?!

[x_autnihil]

I never heard of them before coming here.

[eaglecocktail]

You--

[ANOTHER PUNCH]

[x_autnihil]

*jfc are you going to kill the slow way?*

[eaglecocktail]

[... maybe I am channelling Altair, geez]

What are you up to?

[x_autnihil]

Nothing that concerns your organization.