[ Bobby, more or less, understands giving second chances and grace to people who are striving to better themselves. He won't shy away from extending the same to Thomas, of course.
The question makes him smile wider, which should probably be obvious in his tone. ]
Doing fine, I guess. These memories randomly popping out of the city are pretty jarring, to be honest. But I just try and see the good in most things.
I could do without the memories, but it's led to some interesting conversations with other people. Perhaps that was the point.
[ There's a slight uncertainity in his tone because maybe there was no point at all, other than to mess with them. ]
Aside from that, I am good. Relieved that Albus woke up from his long sleep. [ His tone becomes fond. ] He's my boyfriend and contract partner. We have been together for almost a year and contracted for about three months.
[ That's one way of looking at it, to be fair. He doesn't know if he fully agrees that there's a point in the things that happen here, but it's always nice to know when they can see something good from them, at least. ]
Oh, I'm glad to hear that, Thomas. I didn't know you have a boyfriend. [ He has one, himself, but they're kind of not official yet (as of the time of this thread.) ]
Hope I'm not intruding then? [ The tone is sheepish, knowing that he and Thomas became intimate. ]
No, you're not intruding. Don't worry. [ Thomas is quick to reassure him. ] We know that due to the nature of this place, things might happen. While we are very much together, we are also free to see other people.
[ He's aware that it could change down the line, but for now, they had an understanding. ]
[ Ah yes, he does have an inkling that this might be it. ]
Ah, yeah, I imagine it's very different during your time.
[ To be fair, things aren't any better during his, especially when you grow up with a conservative family like he did, but it's a step forward, at least. ]
Sorry to hear this. At least, even if this place isn't the most ideal, we can be ourselves here. Free to love and like whoever we want.
Might be worth a shot. Not that I expect them to actually listen, but hey we'll never find out if we don't try.
[ There's a bit of enthusiasm to his voice. ] But yeah, sure! I'll definitely do that. And I can't wait for you to also describe the household you lived in. Must be nice.
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[ Thomas knows that he isn't perfect, but he will keep to his promise of being better than he was. Continuing to learn and grow. ]
I think we could all try to live by that.
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[ No one's perfect, but that's the beauty anyway, right? We're all flawed but we always choose to do what's right. ]
So, I agree. That's truly something we can all live by, of course.
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[ What a nice thing to come out of what could have been a very awkward conversation. ]
How have you been in general?
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The question makes him smile wider, which should probably be obvious in his tone. ]
Doing fine, I guess. These memories randomly popping out of the city are pretty jarring, to be honest. But I just try and see the good in most things.
How about you?
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[ There's a slight uncertainity in his tone because maybe there was no point at all, other than to mess with them. ]
Aside from that, I am good. Relieved that Albus woke up from his long sleep. [ His tone becomes fond. ] He's my boyfriend and contract partner. We have been together for almost a year and contracted for about three months.
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Oh, I'm glad to hear that, Thomas. I didn't know you have a boyfriend. [ He has one, himself, but they're kind of not official yet (as of the time of this thread.) ]
Hope I'm not intruding then? [ The tone is sheepish, knowing that he and Thomas became intimate. ]
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[ He's aware that it could change down the line, but for now, they had an understanding. ]
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[ What with the City springing aphrodisiacs on everyone left and right whenever they please. ]
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I'm just glad that I can be with people here. Be myself.
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I don't mean to pry, Thomas, but what do you mean you can be yourself here?
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Be a man who is attracted to other men without any fear of repercussions. That fear drove me to hate myself. I'm not that person anymore.
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Ah, yeah, I imagine it's very different during your time.
[ To be fair, things aren't any better during his, especially when you grow up with a conservative family like he did, but it's a step forward, at least. ]
Sorry to hear this. At least, even if this place isn't the most ideal, we can be ourselves here. Free to love and like whoever we want.
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[ He was told that things get better in the future, but Thomas imagined that some people still held bigoted views. ]
You don't need to apologise, but I do appreciate the kindness, Bobby. I'm glad that you can also be yourself. It should be like that for everyone.
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[ There's a pause on his end as he mulls over the things he can say. He trusts Thomas, though, so he just goes ahead with it. ]
We should all be able to be ourselves. Sadly we can't be like that where I came from. As mutants, I mean.
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[ The Institute is more than a community or a school for most of them, actually. It's a home. ]
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Thanks, Thomas! It's really wonderful, yeah. Wish you can see it. Maybe someday if these memories pop up again, you'll be able to see it from my own.
[ That'd be better instead of traumatic experiences like his fight with John. ]
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[ He chuckles softly. ]
Maybe you could describe it to me someday. I could tell you about the household I live in back home.
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Might be worth a shot. Not that I expect them to actually listen, but hey we'll never find out if we don't try.
[ There's a bit of enthusiasm to his voice. ] But yeah, sure! I'll definitely do that. And I can't wait for you to also describe the household you lived in. Must be nice.
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[ He laughs, amused at himself. ]
Would you like to meet up at the Neptune Lounge someday soon?
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Sure, I'd love to. Maybe you'll be able to describe to me your house then.
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[ He smiles through the feed. ] I'll be sure to let you know.