DORIAN
Dorian smiled at her warmly, being sure to step back and give her space after she accepted the gifts. He nodded, accepting her wish to be called by her first name. Frankly he preferred it as well, as it closed some small distance between them; and it was distance that was his ultimate enemy today. But at her thanks, he lifted a hand and shook his head. "It is the least I can offer, and I admit I am ashamed to not have something more fitting for such a joyous occasion. Rare is the opportunity to celebrate one so loved by Vi." he said with a light chuckle.
"Dorian is fine." he said assured, her questions bringing a grin to his face. "How astute, my dear! Indeed, there is something of grave importance that you alone can assist me with." he said, proffering an arm to her. "If you would, I've arranged a table on the porch where we might discuss comfortably."
"Dorian is fine." he said assured, her questions bringing a grin to his face. "How astute, my dear! Indeed, there is something of grave importance that you alone can assist me with." he said, proffering an arm to her. "If you would, I've arranged a table on the porch where we might discuss comfortably."
I don't treat people badly,
I treat them accordingly
