You have reached Festival, king of entertainers and entertainer of kings. I'm fairly certain this device will allow you to leave a message. Best of luck with that.
Bullet. It's a little metal piece that guns fire. Same idea as an arrow, but moving a lot faster.
[He feels fairly secure using that comparison.]
That's a good knack to have. Good company can be hard to come by, and people who genuinely enjoy making other people happy, that makes the world better.
[He might be getting a little philosophical but there's worse times and places for it.]
You're not the first to tell me that. I like to think it's true...I have always believed it to be true of others, but I suppose I sometimes find it difficult to believe that the entertainment I provide is so impactful as all that.
I think it's always a little difficult to believe that we make a difference. Even in small ways, but I know I feel better, more worthwhile, when I see someone smile because of something I've done. If I've made their pain a little less.
[A smile flickers across his features.]
There are bigger things, but some days it's the best you can do. It's still something, it still matters.
[Bigger things...even the bigger things haven't always felt like enough. No matter how powerful he becomes, he's always felt like he was stumbling his way through someone else's story.]
It's...good to hear that. And you know it's true for yourself as well--yes...?
[His question is interrupted by a yawn; he hasn't held a conversation this long since the mansion.]
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Date: 2020-11-06 02:30 am (UTC)[There's one he hasn't heard. What it means to have dodged the bullet seems clear in context, but what's a bullet?]
I always had a knack for making myself wanted where I found myself. Well, almost always.
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Date: 2020-11-06 02:52 am (UTC)[He feels fairly secure using that comparison.]
That's a good knack to have. Good company can be hard to come by, and people who genuinely enjoy making other people happy, that makes the world better.
[He might be getting a little philosophical but there's worse times and places for it.]
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Date: 2020-11-09 03:38 am (UTC)You're not the first to tell me that. I like to think it's true...I have always believed it to be true of others, but I suppose I sometimes find it difficult to believe that the entertainment I provide is so impactful as all that.
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Date: 2020-11-10 12:54 am (UTC)[A smile flickers across his features.]
There are bigger things, but some days it's the best you can do. It's still something, it still matters.
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Date: 2020-11-13 01:14 am (UTC)It's...good to hear that. And you know it's true for yourself as well--yes...?
[His question is interrupted by a yawn; he hasn't held a conversation this long since the mansion.]
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Date: 2020-11-14 02:02 am (UTC)[A small smile plays on his lips, before he leans forward at Festival's yawn.]
Hey, we've been talking for a while. I should let you take a break, maybe get something to drink.
[Hydrating is important for recovery.]
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Date: 2020-11-17 03:52 am (UTC)A nightcap, eh? That does sound nice.
[He chuckles. He knows that's not what's meant.]
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Date: 2020-11-18 02:26 am (UTC)Well, a nightcap too, maybe, but make sure you're drinking enough liquids that aren't alcohol.
[His own smile isn't nearly as impressively toothy, but it's sincere.]
I won't fuss, though. Just as long as you're getting rest.
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Date: 2020-11-24 05:18 pm (UTC)I'll have a glass of warm milk and put myself to bed, don't you worry.
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Date: 2020-11-24 05:31 pm (UTC)Good, then I'll leave you alone to get some rest. But if you need anything, feel free to let me know.
[It's the least he can do.]
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Date: 2020-11-28 02:21 am (UTC)[No, he won't.]
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Date: 2020-11-28 02:36 am (UTC)[Another quiet chuckle.]
I'll talk to you soon. Have a good nap.