I would be more than glad to offer said assistance. As I realize this must be an especially trying time for you, I am eager to help in whatever way I can. I will be certain to visit At Day's End in the coming days; I have been occupying myself by teaching music lessons, but certainly have plenty of time to employ my other talents in order to aid the community through your establishment.
If you have need of anything else in the meantime, please, you need only say the word. Though you spoke of my convenience, please let me know if there is a particular time or day that is especially convenient for you, and I will be more than happy to oblige.
[He already said you could pick the time, god!!! But fine, van Zieks would rather set a more concrete appointment than to have them demur back and forth about it.]
I am typically less occupied midmorning, if you would prefer my full attention. Though I am curious as to your activities, we would likely find such conversation easier to pursue once we are face to face.
[He's too polite for his own good, just let it happen.]
Excellent. I will come by tomorrow morning.
[And COME BY he does! When the next morning rolls around, Dohalim enters At Day's End a little after 10:00, finding the place largely empty given the hour and offering the man in question a smile and a nod of his head by way of a greeting when he sees him.]
[With a brief expression of gratitude, van Zieks closes his journal and gets on with his day, looking forward to their next meeting.
When Dohalim greets him at that time, however, he knows it's just politeness. Even Barok isn't unaware that there are certain aspects of gloominess and exhaustion extensive grooming can't hide, though perhaps a brief return to paleness after he'd gained some color from working in his vineyards isn't so alarming. Regardless, he responds with sincerity, and a bow:]
As do you, Mr. il Qaras. You have my gratitude for coming. Might I offer you a cup of tea?
[He doesn't typically serve tea at the bar—it's for employees only, though maybe that should change—but Dohalim is a guest, and... perhaps a friend, as he suggests.]
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If you have need of anything else in the meantime, please, you need only say the word. Though you spoke of my convenience, please let me know if there is a particular time or day that is especially convenient for you, and I will be more than happy to oblige.
- Dohalim il Qaras
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I am typically less occupied midmorning, if you would prefer my full attention. Though I am curious as to your activities, we would likely find such conversation easier to pursue once we are face to face.
[texting is weird.]
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Excellent. I will come by tomorrow morning.
[And COME BY he does! When the next morning rolls around, Dohalim enters At Day's End a little after 10:00, finding the place largely empty given the hour and offering the man in question a smile and a nod of his head by way of a greeting when he sees him.]
You are looking well, my friend.
[Smashed any good wine glasses lately?]
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When Dohalim greets him at that time, however, he knows it's just politeness. Even Barok isn't unaware that there are certain aspects of gloominess and exhaustion extensive grooming can't hide, though perhaps a brief return to paleness after he'd gained some color from working in his vineyards isn't so alarming. Regardless, he responds with sincerity, and a bow:]
As do you, Mr. il Qaras. You have my gratitude for coming. Might I offer you a cup of tea?
[He doesn't typically serve tea at the bar—it's for employees only, though maybe that should change—but Dohalim is a guest, and... perhaps a friend, as he suggests.]