Everest
"I"m not sure I understand the relationship between lowered inhibitions and simply being inappropriate or rude." But the addition of impulsiveness seems to be believable given the way the lines of tension smooth out on Ever's forehead before he nods. "Yes. It started with people patting my arm when they were paying, and though I didn't like it Flora told me that some people use that sort of touch as a way of communicating appreciation. But then-"
Colour rises into Ever's cheeks, and though it's absolutely in response to the subject matter, it isn't because he's embarrassed. Rather, it's guilt that blushes his skin and pinks the tips of his ears. Guilt over not being able to just be normal and okay with things the way most people were. "then there were people sliding their arms around my waist when they weren't even trying to get back. I had a woman try and hold my hand after I delivered her drink, and another who put a hand on my thigh and as far as I can see, those aren't indications of appreciation."
Colour rises into Ever's cheeks, and though it's absolutely in response to the subject matter, it isn't because he's embarrassed. Rather, it's guilt that blushes his skin and pinks the tips of his ears. Guilt over not being able to just be normal and okay with things the way most people were. "then there were people sliding their arms around my waist when they weren't even trying to get back. I had a woman try and hold my hand after I delivered her drink, and another who put a hand on my thigh and as far as I can see, those aren't indications of appreciation."
I've done the math, checked the facts
And there's no changing that
And there's no changing that
