[[ Lycaon says with a smile and a nod. ]] I do not mind at all. I enjoy seeing the satisfaction on my client's faces when a job is complete. I will not be dishonest. The income is also motivating.
My favorite part is knowing I can make a difference in my roles. I can help someone become a better person as their steward. I can help a busy family come together for dinner once in a while. It feel pride when I can accomplish such things.
{ he'll nod and move to sort out coffee for them both instead, turning off the water to set up the coffee machine instead.
he listens quietly as lycaon explains his reasoning for enjoying it, feels a weird pang at the wholesomeness of the explanation and looks down at his own hands as he settles two cups on the counter. pauses and hums. there's a faint smile on his face, but it doesn't reach his eyes. }
That does sound like the kind of job to be proud of, after all, being able to help others is often seen in a brighter light, right?
{ there's very little change to his expression except a few blinks that follow that, and he lifts his hand to now press the button on the coffee machine, letting it whirr to life. }
While I'm not against making a new friend, { and then he laughs quietly } hasn't anyone ever told you not to mix business with pleasure?
{ he'll pull out sugar and cream in case lycaon takes his coffee with either of those }
Though it isn't as though I can't see why we can't benefit from a more transactional friendship, I'd still be paying you for your time, wouldn't I?
Friendship and business can be kept separate, of course. I am quite skilled in compartmentalizing.
[He smiles simply as he walks over to add the amount of sugar and cream he desires into his cup first.]
It would depend entirely on the compartmentalization and the context. I spend time with some who have hired the services of Victoria Housekeeping in a friendly and free manner. Though when I am commissioned as an attendant, I do tend to remain professional. Even if I know the individual well.
{ he'll step back and wait for the machine to finish processing the coffee now, where they can grab their drinks and take them to the couch or something to be more comfortable. he'll lean against the counter and drum his fingers on the surface. }
Is there anything in particular you tend to do with friends? Any hobbies you tend to do together? or anything like that?
{ honestly despite seemingly agreeing it's still very light and superficial chatter so far. }
That depends on the friend and what we have in common. Spending time together. Sparring. For some we go on walks. Visit museums. Others tinker with devices and technology. Discuss current events. Have tea and or coffee. Bake together. Things of that nature.
I have also been told I am a good listener when a friend of mine needs someone to speak with.
{ the machine whirs as the coffee drips through, filling into the container at the bottom. aventurine watches that rather than lycaon. the expression on his face doesn't shift, mind you. still a faint smile, nothing more nothing less. }
[His own smile does not waiver as the coffee machine makes its noises of injecting the ground beans with water for it to drip down. Lycaon waits quietly for the next question or for the coffee to be finished.]
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on 2026-03-24 10:18 pm (UTC)[[ Lycaon says with a smile and a nod. ]] I do not mind at all. I enjoy seeing the satisfaction on my client's faces when a job is complete. I will not be dishonest. The income is also motivating.
My favorite part is knowing I can make a difference in my roles. I can help someone become a better person as their steward. I can help a busy family come together for dinner once in a while. It feel pride when I can accomplish such things.
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on 2026-03-26 11:56 pm (UTC)he listens quietly as lycaon explains his reasoning for enjoying it, feels a weird pang at the wholesomeness of the explanation and looks down at his own hands as he settles two cups on the counter. pauses and hums. there's a faint smile on his face, but it doesn't reach his eyes. }
That does sound like the kind of job to be proud of, after all, being able to help others is often seen in a brighter light, right?
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on 2026-03-27 12:27 am (UTC)[Lycaon sees the smile but notices it not quite reaching his eyes. Lycaon adjusts his leather gauntlets slightly as he considers his next words.]
I have found joy in helping other Otherworlders here as well. Not just as their attendant. But as a friend, if they need one. Or want one.
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on 2026-03-29 10:26 pm (UTC)While I'm not against making a new friend, { and then he laughs quietly } hasn't anyone ever told you not to mix business with pleasure?
{ he'll pull out sugar and cream in case lycaon takes his coffee with either of those }
Though it isn't as though I can't see why we can't benefit from a more transactional friendship, I'd still be paying you for your time, wouldn't I?
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on 2026-04-27 09:29 pm (UTC)[He smiles simply as he walks over to add the amount of sugar and cream he desires into his cup first.]
It would depend entirely on the compartmentalization and the context. I spend time with some who have hired the services of Victoria Housekeeping in a friendly and free manner. Though when I am commissioned as an attendant, I do tend to remain professional. Even if I know the individual well.
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on 2026-05-03 04:24 pm (UTC){ he'll step back and wait for the machine to finish processing the coffee now, where they can grab their drinks and take them to the couch or something to be more comfortable. he'll lean against the counter and drum his fingers on the surface. }
Is there anything in particular you tend to do with friends? Any hobbies you tend to do together? or anything like that?
{ honestly despite seemingly agreeing it's still very light and superficial chatter so far. }
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on 2026-05-06 01:00 am (UTC)I have also been told I am a good listener when a friend of mine needs someone to speak with.
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on 2026-05-10 01:15 pm (UTC){ the machine whirs as the coffee drips through, filling into the container at the bottom. aventurine watches that rather than lycaon. the expression on his face doesn't shift, mind you. still a faint smile, nothing more nothing less. }
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on 2026-05-21 05:08 pm (UTC)[His own smile does not waiver as the coffee machine makes its noises of injecting the ground beans with water for it to drip down. Lycaon waits quietly for the next question or for the coffee to be finished.]
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on 2026-06-04 03:08 pm (UTC){ he waves his hand, then finally looks back up at the other from where the coffee continues on. }
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on 2026-06-09 07:35 pm (UTC)I do not judge another their vices. We all have them.