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[fogsong]

[ It's pretty unusual for Sharon to bother much with the network. Sure, she paid it some mind but it was usually just all bullshit; from complaints to claims of grandiosity or, worse yet, something new from their gods; it was the shitty social media of Hadriel and she wasn't the biggest fan. But things have begun to wear her down, leave her feeling heavy and empty and so unsure.. ] Does anyone have any tips on dealing with stress?

[ There's only a mild slur to her speech that indicates she's been drinking some but the clear howl of cold wind indicates that she's not doing this in the Speakeasy, she's out on her own, dealing with it in her own way. But she's reaching out this time. In her own way. ] I, uh, hate to admit it but I kind of feel like I'm at the edge of my, I don't know, fucking mental rope.

[ A combination of stressors has just left her jumpy and she's tired all the time. She laughs rather suddenly, bitterly. ] This is fucking stupid.

[ At least when you take what they're constantly put through.

Event wise, Sharon is mildly affected but if you'd like to avoid that, just make a note in the comments with a 'nah' and we'll keep them as they are normally. If you have any questions, desires, what have you, contact me on lunareism or Discord: Lunare#7850 ]

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[fogsong]

[ Sharon certainly thinks George is cute and while she likes the idea of getting close to someone like that again, she's fearful it will only lead her—or both of them—to pain. But it'd be nice, just to feel that way again, to want to protect someone beyond herself, someone to confide in and lean on. ]

Sometimes it isn't about the immediate benefits. [ Forming a bond with your enemy will always have its drawbacks, and Sharon has dealt with most of them, but trust, once gained, can be a powerful tool; it can lead to influence. ]

[toiletseat_girl]

[George has never been close like that with anyone else before. not that she hasn't wanted to be, but she's always been a little too shy, a little too awkward, a little too herself to try and follow through on an attraction. but it's not just attraction she feels for Sharon, is it? no, it's not. and given the slightest bit of encouragement, it could be far more]

I guess not. Having somebody powerful like that owing you a favor, that'd be a lot. [but she still sees them mostly as nuisances at best]

[fogsong]

Plus, the amount of new information you may end up privy to is just as beneficial as any possible favors or influence. [ And carefully holding your tongue to not snap at them or somehow ruin the growing relationship. It's often a difficult act for Sharon because she does wear her feelings on her sleeves and often speaks without thinking. it's hard yo. ]

Playing friends with them doesn't make you safe but... I don't know, it might be smart to get close to one.

[toiletseat_girl]

I guess so. [George has a hard time keeping her mouth shut when she's angry and the gods tend to make her angry. they're about the only ones here who actively piss her off. she'd like to make nice with them and pry some information out of them, but she doesn't see it happening. and then there's the fact that---]

I dunno, I don't think I'm all that interesting. [not to anyone] Not to them.

[fogsong]

You know, you really don't give yourself enough credit; you're more interesting than the majority of people I've met in my life. I mean, you've got a good head on your shoulders, you're smart, insightful, and have a unique view of the world. [ :| gushes seriously ]

[toiletseat_girl]

[wut.

just. wut.

that has to be the world record for the most compliments Georgia Louise Lass has ever gotten in her entire life.

so naturally she starts blushing like a fucking tomato]

I--well, I--I never really . . . saw it that way? But. Thank you?

[fogsong]

[ She gives a breathy chuckle. ] Just being honest.

[toiletseat_girl]

[she is trying. her. damnedest. to not be giving heart eyes. the end result is debatable]

Well, uh. Thank you for your honesty.

[fogsong]

You're welcome, George. [ Sharon is all too happy to do it, too. ]