linemanJohn "Quirkless" HwangDate: 2024-10-15 02:15 am (UTC)
Everything was the mistake. [...] I had once given Mara a gift of my ration of alcohol, while on a trading run to Whitney some time ago. I thought she would like more. I think offering the same this time around put her on guard, or made her think I was attempting something underhanded. I do this frequently, Gideon, I do not understand what should or should not be done. I see this now, how my gesture was overbearing, off-putting, and suspicious. I do not want to be a liability and sour the relationship. Nor do I want to make Lundegaard seem predisposed to trickery or unfair play. There is much at stake, especially when considering how things presently lie between Mara and Roswell. Whereas you are quick on your feet. You know what to say and when.
transferswitchgideon amesDate: 2024-10-15 02:30 am (UTC)
I can give some context. I also once offered to bring more alcohol to Whitney, and it seems like they have plenty. She told me off but asked for carbs like bread instead. That's not a you problem.
God. Honestly, John. I don't always know what I'm doing or saying but [...] I know I'm better at faking it than you. No insult meant. And it took a lot of work. You're an expert, too, and if Mara's smart she knows what you said was accurate. If she wants someone who can do a customer service voice then that's what I'm here for.
transferswitchgideon amesDate: 2024-10-15 03:01 am (UTC)
It's already working. You know I wasn't supportive of the summit, but you and Roswell got this thing moving and I'm not going to let it fail. A few personality quirks are nothing in the grand scheme of things.
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DM, 10/13
Everything was the mistake.[...] I had once given Mara a gift of my ration of alcohol, while on a trading run to Whitney some time ago. I thought she would like more. I think offering the same this time around put her on guard, or made her think I was attempting something underhanded. I do this frequently, Gideon, I do not understand what should or should not be done. I see this now, how my gesture was overbearing, off-putting, and suspicious. I do not want to be a liability and sour the relationship. Nor do I want to make Lundegaard seem predisposed to trickery or unfair play. There is much at stake, especially when considering how things presently lie between Mara and Roswell. Whereas you are quick on your feet. You know what to say and when.DM, 10/13
God. Honestly, John. I don't always know what I'm doing or saying but [...] I know I'm better at faking it than you. No insult meant. And it took a lot of work. You're an expert, too, and if Mara's smart she knows what you said was accurate. If she wants someone who can do a customer service voice then that's what I'm here for.
DM, 10/13
At any rate, we seem to have settled things. I owe you one, Gideon. Thank you again.
DM, 10/13
Anytime, John.
DM, 10/13
Good night.
DM, 10/13
Good night, John.