[ So, he hadn't quite been around for much of Lucifer's recent tough times, thanks to the whole Hellburbia mess, but that doesn't mean he didn't notice. The message he leaves is laconic enough, though if Lucifer answers in prayer, he'll insist that he shows up in person. ]
[He'll show up in person, appearing somewhere close by. He does look a bit more put together than he has been, a little less ill-looking. There may be something still guarded with the way he moves, but it's less than it has been.]
[ And he's addressing him by name again, how cool is that. Squalo notes the other's apparent... carefulness and will tactfully leave a little more respectful distance between them than usual. He's not here to make Lucifer uncomfortable. Quite the opposite, in fact. ]
I'm glad to hear that. So it shouldn't be a problem to get to business, right?
[ His smirk twitches a bit. The usual confidence isn't fake, but there's something else to it now as well. Anxiety? ]
I still haven't received any significant tasks from you.
[ It's not a question, but he pauses as if expecting an answer anyway. ]
[He isn't uncomfortable with Squalo really, but he's on the mend -- and unexpected touches may very well hurt whatever he keeps hidden away. HE does expect the tact -- and the rest of it brings an amused smile to his lips.]
Really now? Feeling bored, are we?
[He gives a hum.]
Any of the Veiled Order you manage to kidnap... you're free to interrogate them as you see fit.
[ He lingers, though. Clearly while an acceptable suggestion, this is not what he was hoping for. And while he does get bored very easily, there's something else here, some sort of different restlessness that makes him shift his weight from one foot to another, almost with a sense of urgency. ]
[ Luckily, he's also impatient, so it doesn't take too long of an inner fight for him to speak up again. ]
Don't you have something that's already in your hands that you could use me for?
[ He actually perks up at the news, a hint of excitement before it's drowned under whatever is bothering him again. ]
I've got a few ideas.
[ That would be the perfect chance to face off with Dodger, he thinks. Especially with restricted powers, he's confident he can make that guy eat dirt. ]
[ Nonetheless, he listens to the end and nods. His posture becomes more firm finally, as if he's been put more at ease by the offer. ]
I'm up for that too. [ He hesitates for a moment, but apparently decides to just get out with it; ] I owe you too much. I don't intend to sit around and have you take it all back because I wasn't paying for it.
[ Yep he is 100% absolutely certain that Lucifer has, in fact, provided him with Xanxus as a personal gift and there's little to convince him otherwise. ]
[He tilts his head curiously. He thought something had been bothering Squalo a bit -- although the revelation actually draws an amused look to his face.
He needed that, Squalo. Thanks.]
I have no intention of taking anything away, darling. You're valuable.
[ That's... not entirely the reaction he was expecting. In a way, it's reassuring; on the other hand Squalo wonders if it's deception of some sort. ]
[ He can't afford to make assumptions. If there's the slightest chance to influence what is happening, he has to take it. He's not sure if he could stand losing Xanxus again. Not that he would have a choice to end it in this place. Maybe he would finally go fully insane. ]
...Of course I am. [ It wouldn't be Squalo if he didn't agree with the fact he was awesome and very valuable, after all. ] And I want to prove that further by pulling my weight, yeah?
[ He's not going to be blindsided like that. Hopefully. He doubts he's really on the rebels' trust list since the bombing, but that's exactly why he's trying to branch out a little. That new job at the club should be excellent for overhearing things, for example. It's still a vacation compared to his old life though. ]
I'll be expecting you to put my skills to use more. Now then, don't let me keep you.
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How are you feeling?
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[He'll show up in person, appearing somewhere close by. He does look a bit more put together than he has been, a little less ill-looking. There may be something still guarded with the way he moves, but it's less than it has been.]
Did you need to see me?
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I'm glad to hear that. So it shouldn't be a problem to get to business, right?
[ His smirk twitches a bit. The usual confidence isn't fake, but there's something else to it now as well. Anxiety? ]
I still haven't received any significant tasks from you.
[ It's not a question, but he pauses as if expecting an answer anyway. ]
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Really now? Feeling bored, are we?
[He gives a hum.]
Any of the Veiled Order you manage to kidnap... you're free to interrogate them as you see fit.
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[ He lingers, though. Clearly while an acceptable suggestion, this is not what he was hoping for. And while he does get bored very easily, there's something else here, some sort of different restlessness that makes him shift his weight from one foot to another, almost with a sense of urgency. ]
[ Luckily, he's also impatient, so it doesn't take too long of an inner fight for him to speak up again. ]
Don't you have something that's already in your hands that you could use me for?
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[He pauses thoughtfully though, rolling that over in his head.]
There are plenty of people who deserve to be punished around here. I'm sure I could set you on some of them, if you're so bored.
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I've got a few ideas.
[ That would be the perfect chance to face off with Dodger, he thinks. Especially with restricted powers, he's confident he can make that guy eat dirt. ]
[ Nonetheless, he listens to the end and nods. His posture becomes more firm finally, as if he's been put more at ease by the offer. ]
I'm up for that too. [ He hesitates for a moment, but apparently decides to just get out with it; ] I owe you too much. I don't intend to sit around and have you take it all back because I wasn't paying for it.
[ Yep he is 100% absolutely certain that Lucifer has, in fact, provided him with Xanxus as a personal gift and there's little to convince him otherwise. ]
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[He tilts his head curiously. He thought something had been bothering Squalo a bit -- although the revelation actually draws an amused look to his face.
He needed that, Squalo. Thanks.]
I have no intention of taking anything away, darling. You're valuable.
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[ He can't afford to make assumptions. If there's the slightest chance to influence what is happening, he has to take it. He's not sure if he could stand losing Xanxus again. Not that he would have a choice to end it in this place. Maybe he would finally go fully insane. ]
...Of course I am. [ It wouldn't be Squalo if he didn't agree with the fact he was awesome and very valuable, after all. ] And I want to prove that further by pulling my weight, yeah?
[ just accept his services, Lucifer, dammit ]
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You can keep an ear out as well...make sure no one is plotting anything too foolish.
iii think this is mostly done?
I would hope nobody tries to blow up my quarters again, but I'll take note.
[ Don't mind that he himself is trying to plot taking over Hell. ]
Yes, probably!
[Spike was the one who suggested that particular adventure...]
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Everyone's a suspect, though.
[ He's not going to be blindsided like that. Hopefully. He doubts he's really on the rebels' trust list since the bombing, but that's exactly why he's trying to branch out a little. That new job at the club should be excellent for overhearing things, for example. It's still a vacation compared to his old life though. ]
I'll be expecting you to put my skills to use more. Now then, don't let me keep you.
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[It's truly best to not put your trust in any one person entirely, in his opinion.]
If you need me, feel free to call upon me again, Squalo.
[And with that, he'll be gone in the blink of an eye.]