[ At a glance, it would seem like Sebastian is still at ease and relaxed as he listens to Set’s terms. His posture is natural, his slight smile is easy, and to an outside observer, it would seem like an intent conversation because of their proximity, but nothing stranger than Set being, well, himself. A polite stranger is indulging him in his whims, or something of that sort.
However, Set will be able to see the subtlety of expression, and it’s all carried in his eyes. He may be all perfect, amiable politeness, but his gaze is much sharper than his expression. It’s not just that Sebastian is listening to the deal—he’s taking in every tiny detail of it with meticulous attention. Without saying a word, it’s clear that Set is dealing with a wickedly intelligent creature. It’s the sort where you have to be careful making a deal at all, perhaps.
When Set leans in and takes that showy demonstration of his leverage, Sebastian just closes his eyes and smiles breathes out a little laugh. It’s a warm, amused note, and he turns his head slightly towards Set’s ear as he opens them again. His voice is still warm and honeyed, but what comes out is surely unexpected. He speaks absolutely flawless ancient Egyptian. ]
Do you find yourself so lacking in support that you would beseech even me?
[ It’s not an answer to the deal, of course. It’s simply a smooth tit for tat response to that implicit little threat so that Set is aware that Sebastian isn’t to be underestimated. But it’s also more playful than it is serious. It matches Set’s energy well. ]
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However, Set will be able to see the subtlety of expression, and it’s all carried in his eyes. He may be all perfect, amiable politeness, but his gaze is much sharper than his expression. It’s not just that Sebastian is listening to the deal—he’s taking in every tiny detail of it with meticulous attention. Without saying a word, it’s clear that Set is dealing with a wickedly intelligent creature. It’s the sort where you have to be careful making a deal at all, perhaps.
When Set leans in and takes that showy demonstration of his leverage, Sebastian just closes his eyes and smiles breathes out a little laugh. It’s a warm, amused note, and he turns his head slightly towards Set’s ear as he opens them again. His voice is still warm and honeyed, but what comes out is surely unexpected. He speaks absolutely flawless ancient Egyptian. ]
Do you find yourself so lacking in support that you would beseech even me?
[ It’s not an answer to the deal, of course. It’s simply a smooth tit for tat response to that implicit little threat so that Set is aware that Sebastian isn’t to be underestimated. But it’s also more playful than it is serious. It matches Set’s energy well. ]