I'm sorry. I wish I could do more to help, but patience is our only option at the moment.
[ he sighs, because he really does mean that apology. it's the first time that he's seen marinette so down, and he feels somewhat responsible for breaking the news to her. ]
There's no need to thank me. I'm as concerned as you are.
[ he knows, honey, he knows... but he still feels bad about it.
there's a pause in his words for a moment as he mulls an idea over. if he can't bring adrien back, he at least wants to do something for her to pass the time a little; maybe take her mind off of the situation, if only for a moment. time to be a good dad and step up, steven. ]
Though in the meantime, may I treat you to lunch? I can imagine it's been a rough morning for you.
[ who knows. it might help ease his worries, too. ]
[ cue marinette's stomach growling at the mention of food. oh right, eating is a thing no matter how upset she is. she exchanges a brief glance with her familiar who has her ear? uh, head squished against the other side of her phone and gives a nod. if marinette is hungry, then she can only imagine how tikki must feel. after all, they did spend a good chunk of the morning running around as ladybug. ]
Actually, that sounds great. We'd— er, I'd love to.
[ he's about to question her little slip-up, but decides not to. he'll remember it, though - he's not sure for what, but he always makes sure to make note of small details like that.
either way, he's glad. ]
Wonderful. I have a nice place in mind; I'll send you the coordinates. We'll meet in an hour if that works for you.
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Ughhhhhhh.
[ because really, what other response is there. ]
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[ he sighs, because he really does mean that apology. it's the first time that he's seen marinette so down, and he feels somewhat responsible for breaking the news to her. ]
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It's okay, Steven... Thanks for all of your help anyway.
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[ he knows, honey, he knows... but he still feels bad about it.
there's a pause in his words for a moment as he mulls an idea over. if he can't bring adrien back, he at least wants to do something for her to pass the time a little; maybe take her mind off of the situation, if only for a moment. time to be a good dad and step up, steven. ]
Though in the meantime, may I treat you to lunch? I can imagine it's been a rough morning for you.
[ who knows. it might help ease his worries, too. ]
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Actually, that sounds great. We'd— er, I'd love to.
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either way, he's glad. ]
Wonderful. I have a nice place in mind; I'll send you the coordinates. We'll meet in an hour if that works for you.
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Yeah, no problem. Thanks! I'll see you then.
Bye! [ click. ]