[ There's a small hitch in the back of his throat as he tries to speak. He's trying to fight with his emotions, but Clive was never one to try to suppress them, especially on an occasion so rarely afforded to them. ]
Don't make me too involved. Just where I'm needed.
[It really is good to see Clive like this. Of course the past year has been different, but it's hard to forget how he was before. It's moments like these that he can't help but be a little more grateful to this world. For him and Benedikta and Mid, Clive and Jill and Joshua. All of their fates changed so much that they are finally living the way they've all dreamed of. Of course it's also a bit regretful that they had to come to a completely different world, some of them after their chances have already been taken.
Yet regardless, they have the here and now, so he can only continue to smile warmly before ruffling Clive's hair.]
And speaking of where people are needed, I don't want to keep you away from your bride for much longer. I'll be sure to tell Benedikta unless you wish to tell her yourself.
[ He'll accept another ruffle given their circumstance, but will gently shove as his arm in order to free himself. Cid was right, the hour was late and he wished to be at her side again. So, with a chuckle, Clive will shake his head. ]
Heh. I'll leave that to you.
Should you wish to invite her along, she's welcomed to. [ A pause. ] ... If she even wants to.
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Is that— would that be something you could do for us?
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Why, of course I would! You think I'd just sit back and let someone else do it?
[A click of his tongue before he shakes Clive's shoulder.]
Think I'm more offended you didn't even think to ask.
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[ There's a small hitch in the back of his throat as he tries to speak. He's trying to fight with his emotions, but Clive was never one to try to suppress them, especially on an occasion so rarely afforded to them. ]
—I'm grateful you would offer to do it.
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Only natural.
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[ He gazes back up at the man, genuinely smiling from every inch of his face. ]
Jill and I will set a date proper, but I'm certain you will be involved in one way or another.
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[It really is good to see Clive like this. Of course the past year has been different, but it's hard to forget how he was before. It's moments like these that he can't help but be a little more grateful to this world. For him and Benedikta and Mid, Clive and Jill and Joshua. All of their fates changed so much that they are finally living the way they've all dreamed of. Of course it's also a bit regretful that they had to come to a completely different world, some of them after their chances have already been taken.
Yet regardless, they have the here and now, so he can only continue to smile warmly before ruffling Clive's hair.]
And speaking of where people are needed, I don't want to keep you away from your bride for much longer. I'll be sure to tell Benedikta unless you wish to tell her yourself.
[That would be kind of fun.]
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Heh. I'll leave that to you.
Should you wish to invite her along, she's welcomed to. [ A pause. ] ... If she even wants to.
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Indeed, hard to say, but... I'd wager she may endure for a time.
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I wish, but I'm afraid there will still be some time yet.
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[ The Hideaway is so... noisy lately. ]
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I've lost count how many times I've proposed. Think I'm due for another now.
[A mischievous grin there. Yes, using their betrothal as a reason to propose again—]
But she's still not quite ready, and I don't blame her. I'm willing to wait...for a time.
[He has patience, but he's going to help her decide if she takes too long.
And dunno what you're talking about they have soundproofing—]
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"You cannot force her hand." Jill mentioned that once to you, and I think it best you take those words to heart.
[ They both know how fleeting the winds were. Best not to anger them with constant persistence. ]
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There's a low laugh and a rub of his chin as he very well remembers that.]
Aye, though that's been a fickle thing as of late. She seems to like it when I force my hand.
[Annnnd smirk.]
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I think that's my cue to take my leave.
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[Another laugh, this one more lighthearted as he looks at Clive with a happier shine in his eyes.]
But congratulations, Clive. I wish you two the very best.