11; Giving Thanks

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It's certainly a relief that those monster attacks have ended for the time being. I only hope anyone affected by these strange events will recover soon.

But in spite of these unpleasant occurrences...I really am grateful to be here. To have this second chance after death--this is already so much more than I could ever hope to ask for.

Thank you. Words cannot express the depth of my appreciation, though I'm afraid they're all I have to offer.

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Y-Young Master--

[There's some slight shock as he comes to his senses and realizes what Tyr must be going through. As grateful as he is--even if he believes what he was told, that one day he'll truly come back--it's still something he tries not to talk about. Not for his own sake, but the sake of Tyr and anyone else.]

I'm sorry, Young Master. I hope I haven't worried you.

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[ Tyr automatically shakes his head in response. He should watch himself for Gremio. He tries to dismiss Gremio's worries, but his face continues to hold that morose look. ]

No...Not at all. I just wasn't expecting it...

...Is anything going on?

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[That morose look is exactly what continues to worry Gremio. He doesn't realize it's a curse; he just blames himself for not thinking.]

Please don't worry. There aren't any problems, Young Master...I simply wanted to express my gratitude, but perhaps this wasn't the best way.

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[ Cut it out, Gremio. That's an order. Tyr sighs under his breath and resists the urge to touch Gremio's arm. He knows that'll just make him more bothered. ]

There was nothing wrong with what you did. I'm glad everything's all right...

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Thank you, Young Master. But I should still like to apologize for bringing it up.

[Well...as Tyr wishes! He'll try... Gremio manages a slight smile, more for Tyr's benefit. He then tries to steer the conversation away in hopes that it will make Tyr less uncomfortable.]

More importantly, have you been all right with all these strange events?

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[ Well. That's all he can really ask of him! He simply nods in response to his apology; he doesn't have anything to say in response.

Tyr briefly thinks of the pain in his leg, but doesn't think something that's just in his head is really something wrong compared to real injuries. ]

Yeah. It's the others you should worry about with all this...

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[And he'll do his best! It may not even be the curse speaking when he replies-]

More than anything else, I'm grateful for your safety, Young Master.

[Though his smile fades a little as he thinks of the others.]

But I am concerned about Riou and Jowy. I may have been able to provide some help for Luc and Katara, but those two are still recovering.

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[ Tyr doesn't even get that this is a curse. Especially since that's just what he'd expect from Gremio. He smiles for him, but it's hardly a broad one. ]

That's true... I wonder how long their curse is going to last... And if Katara can even help Jowy as she is.

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I can only hope it will all be over soon.

[Gremio being grateful is certainly nothing new. But now he's more focused on thinking about Jowy and the others.]

Katara may still be recovering herself...Perhaps it would be best to simply let them rest and regain their strength for now. What do you think, Young Master?

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It's been about a month now, so... It can't be much longer. [ He hopes... ]

[ Tyr nods. ] I agree... It wouldn't be right to push anything on them now... There are still enough of us here to look after them, even if none of us have water runes...

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It will be difficult for everyone if it continues much longer. [And he's worried that it might start affecting Tyr even though it has already.]

Yes, you're right. At the very least, we no longer have to worry about the monsters, so it should be safe for them to get the rest they need.

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[ Maybe Tyr needs some paranoia in his life, too. ]

That's right... It's easier to look over them, too, when the entire City isn't under siege. I never thought insomnia would be this bad, though...

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[As if he doesn't have enough already in regards to the Soul Eater...]

Sleep is extremely important for one's health, Young Master. I can only hope the temporary remedies will allow them to get enough sleep until it comes to an end.

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[ hahaha, sob... ._. ]

Me, too... It seems like Katara has only been able to sleep as long as I'm with her, but... [ staying with her all the time makes him anxious for PARANOIA reasons ] that doesn't help the others any.

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[Tyyyyr...;o;]

The lavender wasn't as effective as I had hoped, but--Ah, Young Master, perhaps you could help her for the time being. Now that the monsters are gone, I'm certain you could both use the sleep.

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[ Sorry, Gremio... ]

[ Gremio finally has faith in Tyr not being inappropriate... ] ...As long as you don't worry about me staying with her... I'll come home as often as possible.

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[H-he just wishes he could makes it better...]

[Gremio has no problem with Tyr and Katara sleeping together! ...Keyword being sleeping, of course...] Oh, not to worry, Young Master--I'll be joining you! I can't very well cook all your meals if you're not here.

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[ Gremio made it better by not being dead forever. ]

[ I was gonna say... Gremio saying that, though, makes Tyr smile again. Oh Gremio. ] You're going to leave Sheena to cook for the others?

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[Then he'll do his best to stay that way!!]

[They had better be getting plenty of rest! Gremio barely takes a moment to consider his answer. Barely.] That's right. I'm certain he'll manage...Although I suppose I'll have to return to clean.

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[ Tyr will help him later! ]

[ Not much else to do when you're laying in bed with a sleep-deprived Katara. Tyr...doesn't have as much faith in Sheena. ] ...Yeah, you might need to be there for that. And maybe for Luc's sake as well...

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[ YOU TWO WANT TO SAY SOMETHING TO SHEENA'S FACE? ]

not here obviously

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[ Luc and Sheena have a beautiful friendship ]

not here obviously

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[And Sheena cleans up wonderfully...]

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[S-such a caring master-!]

[As it should be! While Gremio is admittedly concerned about Luc and Jowy...Tyr is still his priority.] Ah, there is that...In that case, I shall return home in the evenings to ensure the apartment is clean and that Luc goes to bed properly.

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[ Always for you, Gremio. ...Well, usually for you. ]

[ It's not even a secret that Tyr prefers that Gremio remains his servant and no-one else's. Which is why he's not complaining here. ]

All right... That sounds good. We'll just need to warn her brother and...friends.