[ Something about the faint awkwardness about Roland's tone as he starts talking surprises Inigo. Not enough to question it just yet, instead keeping silent as he listens to the other speak, but it shows a bit in his gaze, in the way he looks at Roland.
Though the reason for it slowly becomes clear as he fumbles to get out words. And speaks in that weirdly formal way. Like he's carrying out some sort of diplomatic meeting with another important figure rather than talking to Inigo. Is this just what he falls back on when he's nervous, or shy?
Because he does seem kind of shy right now. Inigo is so shy that he could recognize that from a mile away.
But it also means he knows how to handle it.
Which is why he reaches out to grab a hold of Roland's hands, holding them gently in his own as he beams the biggest smile possible at the other. Disarming, just very openly accepting. Trying to make sure to be as reassuring and accomodating as possible. ]
It's alright, I understand. [ Despite his fumbling attempts. ] I don't mind hearing anything at all about you though! But if you need somewhere to start.. hmm, I'd ask about your hobbies, but..
[ YOU KNOW, IT'S PROBABLY JUST WORK. Please, Roland. Don't make him endure having to listen to work-related things. ]
Oh, how about family! I told you all about mine, but I have no idea about yours. [ Other than his wife. ] Do you have any siblings like I do?
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Though the reason for it slowly becomes clear as he fumbles to get out words. And speaks in that weirdly formal way. Like he's carrying out some sort of diplomatic meeting with another important figure rather than talking to Inigo. Is this just what he falls back on when he's nervous, or shy?
Because he does seem kind of shy right now. Inigo is so shy that he could recognize that from a mile away.
But it also means he knows how to handle it.
Which is why he reaches out to grab a hold of Roland's hands, holding them gently in his own as he beams the biggest smile possible at the other. Disarming, just very openly accepting. Trying to make sure to be as reassuring and accomodating as possible. ]
It's alright, I understand. [ Despite his fumbling attempts. ] I don't mind hearing anything at all about you though! But if you need somewhere to start.. hmm, I'd ask about your hobbies, but..
[ YOU KNOW, IT'S PROBABLY JUST WORK. Please, Roland. Don't make him endure having to listen to work-related things. ]
Oh, how about family! I told you all about mine, but I have no idea about yours. [ Other than his wife. ] Do you have any siblings like I do?