[Feb Catchall][OTA]

[claritatis]

Who: Ignis Scientia
When: Jan/Feb
Where: All around
What: Feb catchall, maybe with a bit of backdated stuff for Jan
Warnings: None yet.
Note: TLs in post. Feel free to thrown down your own for me!

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[notbert]

In light of Ignis's regard, the corners of Ardbert's mouth lift slightly.

"I understand my appearance belies my claim. There are times when I have found it necessary to set aside my robes of office and don something more appropriate in the performance of my duties. The powers that summoned me to this world happened to draw me away during one of my more active roles."

Absolutely straight-faced. No need to suggest how skin-deep his phrase goes.

The man's expression takes on a thoughtful look at the other's next request. Elidibus isn't actively against divulging the name of his Bond partner but he does weigh the merits of giving so many details right now. A faint smile touches Ardbert's expression. It is apologetic and indicative of the answer even before he focuses on Ignis and speaks.

"Perhaps it is wise not to give too many details about our personal connections during this first meeting." Fully reasonable given the circumstances they're meeting under. Setting aside how much trust they should give to each other, should they become compromised, the less they know about personal details, the better. "Mayhap as the current crisis comes to an end we could sit down again for a more relaxed conversation about our lives, allies, and habits." Tea. Brunch. Cooking lessons. "Though I promise should there be an immediate need for such information, I will be forthright."

Reaching for his sandwich, Ardbert concludes before taking another bite, "I am not against listening to opposing views in reasoned debate however, should you feel there is a currently a need for such knowledge?"

Reasoned, agreeable debate was ever the way of the ancient society Elidibus is part of. While he may have only a precious few fragments of memory from that time, there are some standards which were ingrained.

[claritatis]

"I hadn't given any thought of that kind to your appearance." Ignis replies quiet honestly. His own appearance would very much belie any claim that he was as competent in battle as he was with a pen and with his words, and he knows very well what it's like to present oneself a certain way in order to throw off your opponent - be that in debate or in a fight.

And he doesn't look offended at all at the refusal to answer the question. In fact, he smiles (almost wryly) and shakes his head a little. It makes it seem so very clandestine, but he supposes that Ardbert has his reasons for not wanting to divulge that piece of information.

"No more than a simple curiosity," he says. "I'm sure you won't hesitate to tell me should I need to know."

As for the rest...

"But I wouldn't object to a more relaxed conversation, when this is put to rest."

[notbert]

Relaxed, yes. A nod indicates that Elidibus would be open to speaking under less dire circumstances. Or in acceptance of Ignis's interest in speaking in more casual conversation at a later date while not committing himself.

It is very diplomatic.

"With that matter settled, I would suggest we conclude our meal and turn our attention to settling the matter of how best to recruit more interest from our ranks." The Mirrorbound that is. "With firm numbers, I would be better equipped to present our interests to the factions within the District."

Well, even if it turns out to be just himself and Ignis he can probably work something to their benefit. But that's neither here nor there. And there would probably be a few more people willing to take some time to patrol the Western Residential area.

In the future there will be more interactions and conversation beyond what is needed for a strictly professional relationship. But those are tales for another time.

For now there are food and plans.