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[knowledgeis]

Hnmmm.

I'm still deciding if I'll get on the train tomorrow to see my parents, but I've been thinking about something else now.

See, uh, I know this... person. They haven't wanted me to say who they are-- cause that's how they are. I'm not questioning it really.

But ever since I've really gotten to be around them more often than a few times a year, I've realized they basically only have two settings: extremely over-emotional, or not really emotional at all.

I also think I've never actually seen them smile the entire time so far that I've known them.

Is this normal?

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[whitrthanwhite]

No. That's not really normal at all.

[knowledgeis]

Oh, well.

At least I'm not being weird for thinking it's off...

[whitrthanwhite]

No you're not.

But do they show that they care?

[knowledgeis]

Care about what specifically, here?

[whitrthanwhite]

People. Things. Any sign of sentimentality.

[knowledgeis]

Uh.

That's hard to determine. They like... things, but I dunno if that counts as "care" when you like something.

I mean, I guess they care about their roommate, but they've made it clear they also don't like things changing. So it might just be a rut thing.

[whitrthanwhite]

... Why does that sound familiar.

[hardcorebestcore]

Um...

Depending on who and what they are and what tragic backstory fuels them it may be super normal which is hard to tell if there is baseline here?

[knowledgeis]

Oh, they definitely have a tragic backstory.

It's just... it's something I really only just noticed with how they act, I guess. It wasn't really obvious when I was only visiting them at certain points in the year, so it's kinda shocking.

[hardcorebestcore]

I assume they are close to you, yes?

Is... perhaps is not much to be smiling about in their life? Or they think?

[knowledgeis]

Actually, they've basically said their life has been at the best point possible in essentially.

Ever?

[hardcorebestcore]

Huh.

I do not know then? Maybe they do not smile then, which now I agree, is very strange. Have tried knock knock jokes?

[knowledgeis]

I've tried making jokes, but they just snark at them!

That's their only reaction to most things.

[hardcorebestcore]

Persistence is key. Is how I have increased size of friend's heart three times and taught them true meaning of Christmas and friendship.

Perhaps I will help! There are many ways to make people smile, and I know all.

OH! Sorry. Did not introduce self, I am Trendafilka Adelina Cardozo.

[knowledgeis]

I dunno if they'd want help. They're still pretty much. Resistant to anyone knowing that I know them. I dunno if that'll change...

Oh. Hi. I'm Samasu, Seiji.

[hardcorebestcore]

Ah! One of those situations. Point me in very vague direction and I will fire like missile and will probably hit target eventually. If not, I can pass down jokes and smile repertoire.

Is nice to meet you!

[knowledgeis]

... You can find them at that SAI place sometimes?

[hardcorebestcore]

IT IS DONE

THE PACT IS MADE

[knowledgeis]

Please don't put it like that.

[hardcorebestcore]

It is too late. What else would I say?

Will be very busy, but can squeeze in making smiles in free time, yes?

[knowledgeis]

If you can figure out which one it is, yeah, I guess.

[hardcorebestcore]

Do not worry! I can spot a grump a mile away and warm their hearts with Trendafilka cheer, like good friends Garum or Euphemia.

Just need to find if it is crushing and proving you are best that warms or family or jokes or puppies....

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[memoryistime]

... So do you actually think I might have an emotion problem.

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[knowledgeis]

Ehhh, mm...

... Kinda, yeah. I've never really seen you express anything, you know.

I mean, you get flustered and frustrated a lot, but you've never really been angry, have you?

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[memoryistime]

Who needs to be angry when you can just be sarcastic.

Though maybe that's your point, I dunno. You don't need to sic some hyperactive girl on me though.

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[knowledgeis]

Hey, she offered it herself. I'm doing no "siccing".

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[memoryistime]

Right, well. Whatever, I'll just deal with it.

So are you going to go back home for Christmas, or will it be New Year instead?

Re: [Private Thread]

[knowledgeis]

... I'm thinking New Year.

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[memoryistime]

... Then I guess you can come by later. If you want to. Don't expect anything special or something, though.

Oh, and yeah. I guess it is kinda bothersome having you be all vague secret about knowing me, so.

I'm relenting. You can tell folks if you gotta that you're related to me.

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[knowledgeis]

... wait, what? Really?

I mean, awesome, but what changed your mind about it?

Re: [Private Thread]

[memoryistime]

I'm trying to be vaguely less stubborn.

But that doesn't mean I expect you to announce it or anything. This is just a "your friends" thing or "someone asks specifically" thing.

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[knowledgeis]

Right, sure. I get it.

Uh... thanks though. I didn't... Actually expect you to ease up on that.

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[memoryistime]

I'm a well of surprises.

Make sure you message ahead when you're about to come up.

[wherethewildthingsare]

Not really.

It's common though.

[knowledgeis]

Who's it common among though?

[wherethewildthingsare]

Uh.

Your family?

[knowledgeis]

... is it common among anyone other than my family, though?

Just to check.