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shadowtruths

[He does not. It only seems painfully obvious to him that he enjoys her company for who she is, rather than what he imagines her to be. While there is less to hide in knowing one's subconscious it also makes adornments to alter that truth feel awkward and ill-fitting.]

I will dress up as befits the occasion. [Formality matters to him where appropriate.] You're a far more pleasant reason to do so than stately or family affairs.

I have begun working on the ballroom. A few days should be sufficient to complete it.

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dawn_is_breaking

Do you always dress up for family affairs?

I am so excited to see what you've created. :)

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shadowtruths

When involving the entire family that is usually expectation Destiny sets, yes. When I simply see Death or Delirium, certainly not.

Can you imagine telling your little sister to dress up for eating chocolate at the dinner table?

I hope it does not disappoint, then.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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shadowtruths

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

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dawn_is_breaking

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

[she's just teasing you, Dream.]

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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?

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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.

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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.

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dawn_is_breaking

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

You had a son?

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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.

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dawn_is_breaking

I would think so, yes. :)

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

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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.

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dawn_is_breaking

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

Of course. Did you enjoy being a father?

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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.

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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?]

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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.]

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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?

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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.]

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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.

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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.