I am of the opinion that camaraderie grows with learning. Being from different worlds, and understanding those differences besides, can be the difference between stumbling in the dark and linking together a plan... or in understanding how to avoid missteps and culture clashes.

[among other things. it's safe to say, at least, that Wriothesley isn't alone in those thoughts and curiosities. granted, it was probably pretty clear before then too.]

Which role... hmm. Well, if I am honest, I'm less apt to lean into that aggression... but I'm not sure if I'm much good at pretending to fluster, either.

[they exhale a little laugh there, fingers reaching up to gently cup Wriothesley's chin.]

I feel like you're holding back, and my preference is to see that control unravel. [an irony, what with their own significant concentration.] If you think it personal, I have no complaints with calling it so.

[just not too personal, thanks.]