♣ 005 || Voice|Action | Just a little shopping spree

[haring_to_go]

[ the ring of a cash register sounds as Liam's voice comes over the speaker phone. ]

Thank-you, but I'll just carry that out with me. Ah, but that second one you can wrap up! It's a gift for a... [ can he even count Elliot as a friend? ] an acquaintance. I failed to help him as promised so while this won't make up for it, I do rather hope...

[ a low laugh echoes in the speaker as the shop lady does as asked ] It's often the thought that counts. I do so hope your acquaintance enjoys the handkerchief. Please come again, sir.

[ Liam deprecates ] Yes, I do so hope he does. Until another time then.

[ another pause and then the tinkle of a bell echoes as he exists the shop. Anyone wishing to catch him will find him strolling through the city, a brown paper parcel under his arm and a cup of tea in his hand. Ever since he discovered it's portability, he's never been with it. ]

Comments

[forhishonor]

You're buying a friend a handkerchief.

[ are you for real, Liam? ]

[haring_to_go]

[ eeep! The one person he did not want to see this! ]

I...!

No.

... Maybe.

[forhishonor]

Why? Handkerchiefs are boring. [ and his sister still tries to wipe his mouth with them half the time. X( ]

You should get them a book instead.

[haring_to_go]

[ DESPAIR ]

Maybe... you are right. But I do like the practicality of the gift. It can be quite... useful? [ Unlike some of the books he knows Elliot likes to read. And where would he even start? ]

[forhishonor]

[ ....what are you trying to imply, Liam? :| his book choices are excellent, thank you! ]

But not very long-lasting. And they're a pain to clean.

[ which is why he makes the maids do it! ]

[haring_to_go]

[ fjdskl;a certainly not that! Even if Elliot is of age, most definitely not that! ]

Which is why having a spare is so necessary. You can always have the other one laundered and save yourself the trouble.

... I would be happy to clean yours when I take care of my own.