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For another moon, at least.

[provoke]

Mm. 'Tis your name day soon, as well.

Do you have plans for it?

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I would spend it hunting, if I could. But I believe my mother is making plans that will overshadow the occasion.

[provoke]

I'm happy to hear for you, truly. With Baela and Daemon?

I haven't thanked you for reaching out to Tim and Pierce as you had. You didn't need to do that for my sake.

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And the whole of the manor.

There is no need to thank me. Did you enjoy the celebrations?

*happy to hear this for you, oof

[provoke]

[ a public wedding, then. as much a soft power move as any; clever.

and did he enjoy it? daemon's attendance comes to mind. tim's warmth, the morning earlier. lauralae's dress, the dance they shared and after. pierce, under the stars. ]

I had a good time. Thank you, truly.

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Then I am glad for you. Do not feel indebted to me for it.

[provoke]

And yet.

I'll repay the thoughtfulness, Jacaerys. Allow me the privilege of it.

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( well, if Aemond insists then the part of Jace that wishes to be given offerings will not protest. ) If you insist, cousin, I will grant you the pleasure.

[provoke]

[ he has a gift picked out, after all. why shouldn't he give it to its intended? ]

How generous of my cousin Jacaerys, that he allows me to witness him so.

You will tell me when I can come by to give my favour?

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Let it not be said otherwise. ( as crown prince, as heir to the throne, generosity is a trait one must balance but ensure one has. )

Do you intend to wait until the day?

[provoke]

It is not ready for you yet. Are you eager to be feted?

[ this is— odd, in a word. not enough to alarm, or tickle his humor, but odd all the same. ]

Or is it company you ask after?

[vermax]

For once. But I am also patient, not only generous.

Do you swim?

[provoke]

That I do. Are you inviting me? The hour is fairly late.

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Then join me at the pool.

I am surprised to hear you keep a bedtime. Worry not. I won't keep you long and a race before bed will tire you out for a good night's rest.

[provoke]

I train early before first light, most days. There are a few that I train, and I am responsible for them.

Will we be alone?

[vermax]

A noble cause. They are better for it.

Do you wish for other company?

[provoke]

Why would I want for other company? The guests here go into the water with clothes on. Uncivilised.

Still, I would prefer it be only us.

[ he is nearing the edge of his patience, sharing so much space and time with the smallfolk. ]

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And they say we are the ones uncivilized.

Then it will just be us. Come, don't keep me waiting.