[ it's the lack of outright concern, more than Sebastian's deliberate effort to pacify her, that allows Rudbeckia to be somewhat at ease. the worst of this parasitic bond will be from the people who ask, the ones that will try to pry her open with no regard for how it would expose the vulnerable and bleeding parts of her. Sebastian reacts, but doesn't comment on it, and so Ruby can continue the performance without interruption. ]
No, no! [ the sharp, desperate edge of her smile softens, and her laughter is gentle. ] I'm sure you were surprised, so I understand why you had that reaction.
[ Bullshit. I thought you were going to kill me just for waking you up, what the hell kind of insane reaction is that?
her hand slips off the doorknob, despite a sense of reluctance, and she moves further into the room, wary of being overheard by anybody in the hall. if someone does find her, there's no reason to think Sebastian would protect her. ] Have you been having a hard time?
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No, no! [ the sharp, desperate edge of her smile softens, and her laughter is gentle. ] I'm sure you were surprised, so I understand why you had that reaction.
[ Bullshit. I thought you were going to kill me just for waking you up, what the hell kind of insane reaction is that?
her hand slips off the doorknob, despite a sense of reluctance, and she moves further into the room, wary of being overheard by anybody in the hall. if someone does find her, there's no reason to think Sebastian would protect her. ] Have you been having a hard time?