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[dawn_is_breaking]

Interesting, so for formal family attire do you wear a suit? Or a cloak?

I can't imagine telling my little sister to dress up at all, she's a tomboy and hates wearing dresses.

I'm sure it will be beautiful.

[shadowtruths]

A cloak of sorts, yes. I might be more tired than I thought as better descriptive words are not coming to mind. It is not a suit as known these days, no. Though I suppose I could wear one.

I can see that in her. Delirium wears dresses on occasion, though I would not describe them as fancy. Death certainly grumbles but obliges Destiny in his formal requests when she has to.

[dawn_is_breaking]

It's okay Dream, if you're tired we don't have to keep texting. You are allowed to rest you know. ;)

It's a little strange to think that Death is so casual, considering how media and art has portrayed her.

[shadowtruths]

It is not that dire yet. Minimal risk of incomprehensibility, I assure you.

She does tend to prefer black attire, so that much is often true. Though she does not appear dour from it, and has no need to hold a scythe.

[dawn_is_breaking]

You shouldn't worry so much, even when tired you're very eloquent.

So both of you just wear all black all the time?

[shadowtruths]

It was not an intentional matching. She simply has the benefit of coming into existence first to adopt it.

[dawn_is_breaking]

Classic younger sibling, copying the older because they think it's cool.
;)

[she's just teasing you, Dream.]

[shadowtruths]

[Can you hear the deep sigh, Dawn. Can you.]

I should have known you would side with her. Older siblings united.

Did your sister ever show such similarities, inspired or otherwise?

[dawn_is_breaking]

[Oh yes, she can hear the sigh.]

Sorry, it was bound to happen at some point.

I guess a little, we've both been pretty active our whole lives although she did rugby instead of ballet.

[shadowtruths]

I shall have to find an ally in Holly should the worst come to pass. [He's teasing.]

The only time I've ever played a sport in my existence was with my son when he was a child.

[dawn_is_breaking]

Oh boy, now there's an introduction I'd be curious to see.

You had a son?

[shadowtruths]

Is this where the saying about a proverbial train wreck comes into account?

Yes. Though he was born many centuries ago. The games were ones common in ancient Greece at the time, rather than your modern ones.

[dawn_is_breaking]

I would think so, yes. :)

Oh wow. Do you mind me asking about him or is it a sensitive topic?

[shadowtruths]

Holly and I will remember that.

I would rather not discuss the tragedy that befell him. That he existed though, and his goodness, I am proud to share.

[dawn_is_breaking]

Do your siblings...urm...know about me? Or have you kept it private?

Of course. Did you enjoy being a father?

[shadowtruths]

I have not seen my siblings since we began to spend time with one another. That is not unusual, for us. You are not one I have tried to hide, if that was a concern.

It was not expected, but yes. Very much so.

[dawn_is_breaking]

It wasn't really a concern, mostly curiosity.

What was your favorite part about it?

[Also his comment about it not being expected....that brings up an interesting question that she might have to ask him further on down the road. Which is: If things continue with them along the lines she thinks it will, do the Endless need to wear condoms?]

LOL at her question, but it's a fair one!

[shadowtruths]

Those whom I work with closely know of you.

To get to know a person you helped bring into the world is quite an extraordinary feeling. Watching him develop his own mind I suppose, while finding mirrors to his mother and myself. He was born mortal, yet when having a child, existence feels timeless in a new manner even to an Endless.

[Apparently.]

hehehe ;)

[dawn_is_breaking]

Does Matthew ever bother you for details? [Because she can totally see him bugging Dream about how far they've gone.]

That's so beautiful. Was his mother mortal or something else?

[shadowtruths]

He most certainly does. Apparently as my raven it is ill-fitting for me to make things private, as it’s his role to help me in all matters. What of you, have you anyone in your ear about us? I could lend you Matthew for a spell, if not.

His mother is something else. A muse, to be precise. My ex-wife. How we came to have a mortal child I do not know.

[Desire had sired Rose’s mortal mother, but then, Unity had been human herself.]

[dawn_is_breaking]

[She giggles to herself.] And has Matthew offered you any useful advice when it comes to women and courting? I don't know many people here in Paris but I have told my friend Donna that I am seeing someone new but she has kept her questions to a minimum for the time being.

It's very interesting that your son was mortal, then again maybe not as there are a lot of old tales that speak of immortal beings having human children.

[shadowtruths]

I cannot say his advice has been revelatory, but in his defense, I have actually courted women far longer than he has. And it is not bad advice to advocate learning a woman's likes and dislikes, being invested in her well being, and showing her affection through various means such as time or surprises. I can prioritize work, so it is fair to remind me that people deserve equal consideration.

Your friend sounds respectful of boundaries.

Yes, that also came as a surprise. Truthfully, we did not know what to expect with his arrival. Not that any parent fully does, but they usually know that much.

[dawn_is_breaking]

Sounds like you could give him some pointers then. ;) Uh Dream...have you only ever courted women?

She is, that doesn't mean she isn't insanely curious about you and part of the reason she is able to be respectful of boundaries might be because we are communicating through phone and email. I suspect that if she were to come visit she would all but demand to meet you.

May I ask what his name was?

[shadowtruths]

With his adoring audience on your windowsill? He seems to be doing well enough. No, I have courted those outside women. Some were not even human at all.

I trust you to know what you wish to share and not. Donna is the Amazon, yes?

His name is Orpheus.

[No, the tense isn't a typo. No, he doesn't want to elaborate on it. He adds to bypass the answer swiftly.]

Do you see yourself living in Paris for the foreseeable future?

[dawn_is_breaking]

She loves the new teacup bird feeder by the way. :) So, human and not, female and male?

Yes, Donna is the Amazon. When I finally tell her more details I'll be interested to see if she's already heard about you from some of their old books. It wouldn't surprise me.

[......Orpheus? As in....she pauses to let that information sink in. She's heard the legend but at the time thought it was just that and now knowing the story and that Dream was his father. Hrm. She will gracefully switch to the topic he presents.]

I think so yes, I first came here to get away from everything that happened in Gotham but now I'm feeling comfortable and quite happy. Why?