[ The situation was indeed, doubtless intense. Gilgamesh saw no reason to pull any punches so to speak when it came to just about...everything. That's how he was; it's ironic, however, that though he and Seteth had acclimated somewhat to these modern times, there was a sense of 'old fashion' qualities that would remain.
...That said, when Seteth presented his question, the King could only smile despite the fact that it needed to be asked in the first place (given the circumstances, it absolutely did.) ]
I am. What made you ask?
[ And as usual, Gilgamesh saw no reason to dance around the issue. Why should he? Being evasive and dancing around matters of the heart like this was not a level of dishonest he was interested in entertaining with Seteth. ]
He... supposes... this isn't the first time someone has unexpectedly developed an interest in him... even if he kind of got Manuela a bit more, honestly, but he doesn't really want to think about his old coworkers who decided to go against the church....
[ There's a pause as Gilgamesh evaluated the man's response, and the limo took a smooth turn over to a road; they would come upon their destination soon enough.
Still, he couldn't help but at last letting out a chuckle.
Gilgamesh reached to see if he could get away with lightly and briefly touching the other's cheek, before letting it drop back down to his side. ]
...Seteth, you've no need to hide your thoughts or your feelings from me. You've been a relatively honest man, so do not anticipate any sort of reprisal for that.
Though, I suspect you don't know what to make of my desire to make you mine...I intend to pursue you with the amount of dedication you deserve. And whatever shall come of it, we'll simply see. Do bear in mind that I haven't made such a decision lightly; there are few who I'd desire to be by my side. And fewer still those I'd trust to be so.
That wretched organization has done well to prove that expanding that circle would be a mistake. But at the very least, due to it we did meet, and an unsightly mess had been cleaned up. That said, my previous words do stand.
[...but perhaps not entirely unwelcome, honestly. Seteth does not find himself flinching away from the touch, though he doesn't yet lean in, either.]
I will admit, I have not been contemplating the idea of relationships period, and I am not quite certain of how ready I am for one at present. So I do hope I can ask for your patience.
[ Seeing Seteth being so shy was a prize all on its own. One which he will gladly take in return for him deciding to be so benevolent in matters like these. Indeed, what else could he call it?
Perhaps a sign of the beginning of his courtship of this brave man sitting right beside him. That too was a proper way to define it as well.
That being said... ]
A great King such as myself can be patient when the moment and situation requires it. Though only to those who deserve the honor of being allowed such a privilege in the first place.
Rejoice, Seteth, that you are considered to be one of those deserving of such a thing. It only helps that we, above the simple mongrels who walk this world, will have so much more time to consider such matters. And to eventually see where this path will lead us...which will be towards, no doubt, a desirable end of some sort.
To that end, I imagine I will enjoy every single moment with you, considering the type of man you are. Whether that be holding a simple, yet pleasant discussion, or seeing how easily you would fluster, among other things.
[ ...And yet, here Gilgamesh was, still in his own head considering the end result to be a given where he would get what he desired. Because why wouldn't he? ]
[...well, if this is going to be a thing, he may as well say his piece about the whole superiority thing...]
The fact that we are going to live longer than those around us does not necessarily make us superior to others, in my opinion. At least, I do not think it of myself, and I would prefer not to think it of myself.
[...okay, deep breath.]
I will not tell you how to consider yourself, but while I know you consider it to be a compliment, I would prefer to keep my assessment of myself reasonable.
[ Part of him had expected to hear something like that from Seteth. A smaller part of him asked why he would say these things knowing this, but perhaps he'd have rather heard the man say it. Such was the nature of King Gilgamesh.
These little, but amusing protests were simply more proof that the man he had been endeared towards hadn't changed from the honest man he had appeared to be. ]
Hm, I do suppose it would be odd to hear yourself champion your long-lived status over others, like myself. No, that would be far too ill-suiting of someone of your nature.
[ He smirked again...or rather, it was possible it hadn't really faded from his expression much. ]
Therefore, out of the generosity and magnanimity of my heart, I have decided to grant your request. There are appropriately far more qualities that you exhibit which warrant praise for me to give when I decide to. Just as I have a short few moments ago. Besides, it would be unfortunate to see you pout for the rest of evening just because I could not do such a simple thing for you.
[Seteth's mildly annoyed expression softens a bit at that, because it's... well, something that makes more sense to him, really.]
I thank you for that, and really, the same is true for you. I have known other individuals with lifespans not unlike ours who are... well, I suppose I should not cast too many aspersions on them. Let us just say that I enjoy your company and I believe your qualities as an individual are the reason for that, and I would feel the same even if you had a human lifespan.
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...That said, when Seteth presented his question, the King could only smile despite the fact that it needed to be asked in the first place (given the circumstances, it absolutely did.) ]
I am. What made you ask?
[ And as usual, Gilgamesh saw no reason to dance around the issue. Why should he? Being evasive and dancing around matters of the heart like this was not a level of dishonest he was interested in entertaining with Seteth. ]
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[...
He... supposes... this isn't the first time someone has unexpectedly developed an interest in him... even if he kind of got Manuela a bit more, honestly, but he doesn't really want to think about his old coworkers who decided to go against the church....
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I... am flattered, but I am not quite sure...
[...]
Well, I suppose I will leave it at that.
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Still, he couldn't help but at last letting out a chuckle.
Gilgamesh reached to see if he could get away with lightly and briefly touching the other's cheek, before letting it drop back down to his side. ]
...Seteth, you've no need to hide your thoughts or your feelings from me. You've been a relatively honest man, so do not anticipate any sort of reprisal for that.
Though, I suspect you don't know what to make of my desire to make you mine...I intend to pursue you with the amount of dedication you deserve. And whatever shall come of it, we'll simply see. Do bear in mind that I haven't made such a decision lightly; there are few who I'd desire to be by my side. And fewer still those I'd trust to be so.
That wretched organization has done well to prove that expanding that circle would be a mistake. But at the very least, due to it we did meet, and an unsightly mess had been cleaned up. That said, my previous words do stand.
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[...but perhaps not entirely unwelcome, honestly. Seteth does not find himself flinching away from the touch, though he doesn't yet lean in, either.]
I will admit, I have not been contemplating the idea of relationships period, and I am not quite certain of how ready I am for one at present. So I do hope I can ask for your patience.
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Perhaps a sign of the beginning of his courtship of this brave man sitting right beside him. That too was a proper way to define it as well.
That being said... ]
A great King such as myself can be patient when the moment and situation requires it. Though only to those who deserve the honor of being allowed such a privilege in the first place.
Rejoice, Seteth, that you are considered to be one of those deserving of such a thing. It only helps that we, above the simple mongrels who walk this world, will have so much more time to consider such matters. And to eventually see where this path will lead us...which will be towards, no doubt, a desirable end of some sort.
To that end, I imagine I will enjoy every single moment with you, considering the type of man you are. Whether that be holding a simple, yet pleasant discussion, or seeing how easily you would fluster, among other things.
[ ...And yet, here Gilgamesh was, still in his own head considering the end result to be a given where he would get what he desired. Because why wouldn't he? ]
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The fact that we are going to live longer than those around us does not necessarily make us superior to others, in my opinion. At least, I do not think it of myself, and I would prefer not to think it of myself.
[...okay, deep breath.]
I will not tell you how to consider yourself, but while I know you consider it to be a compliment, I would prefer to keep my assessment of myself reasonable.
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These little, but amusing protests were simply more proof that the man he had been endeared towards hadn't changed from the honest man he had appeared to be. ]
Hm, I do suppose it would be odd to hear yourself champion your long-lived status over others, like myself. No, that would be far too ill-suiting of someone of your nature.
[ He smirked again...or rather, it was possible it hadn't really faded from his expression much. ]
Therefore, out of the generosity and magnanimity of my heart, I have decided to grant your request. There are appropriately far more qualities that you exhibit which warrant praise for me to give when I decide to. Just as I have a short few moments ago. Besides, it would be unfortunate to see you pout for the rest of evening just because I could not do such a simple thing for you.
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I thank you for that, and really, the same is true for you. I have known other individuals with lifespans not unlike ours who are... well, I suppose I should not cast too many aspersions on them. Let us just say that I enjoy your company and I believe your qualities as an individual are the reason for that, and I would feel the same even if you had a human lifespan.