[ He hadn't expected Andrei to wait for him, and the sound of his voice brings with it the abrupt realization of exactly how distracted he had been. His footfalls come to stop every bit as suddenly as his stormy thoughts, and as he looks down to find the other man, a series of expressions flicker across his face, surprise becoming chagrin becoming melancholy. What he finally settles on is an apologetic expression, though there's a real concern coloring it as he passes another quick glance over his shoulder. ]
I wonder, is it ever?
[ He shakes his head as he looks back to Andrei, as if trying to clear some persistent thought away. ]
Please, there's no need for formalities here. [ It's a change in topic, and not entirely without deliberate purpose. ] Simply Magnus is fine.
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I wonder, is it ever?
[ He shakes his head as he looks back to Andrei, as if trying to clear some persistent thought away. ]
Please, there's no need for formalities here. [ It's a change in topic, and not entirely without deliberate purpose. ] Simply Magnus is fine.