[The theatrics and playful banter only add to the enjoyment of their encounter. It's a refreshing change from the usual composed and stoic demeanour that is called for in most of his situations.]
Ah, my apologies for the breach of secrecy, [Zhongli responds, his tone carrying a hint of mischief.] The puppy dog eyes are indeed a very powerful weapon. Please rest assured that your secret is safe with me, Ajax.
[As Ajax slumps over the chess table, Zhongli observes the advancing pawn, realizing that perhaps it has become a competition to bring out the second queen. He hadn't thought of that before, so he's somewhat surprised that Ajax would try and make things difficult for him.
Or, perhaps not.]
A keen observation. [He concedes.] I do indeed have siblings, although not bound by blood. I am the eldest of seven.
We are not close, however. [Their family has a rather unconventional way of establishing things, and each of them has responsibilities tied to a certain area of the world. He wonders if he should feel lonely about that.] What does an older sibling look like, in your eyes?
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Ah, my apologies for the breach of secrecy, [Zhongli responds, his tone carrying a hint of mischief.] The puppy dog eyes are indeed a very powerful weapon. Please rest assured that your secret is safe with me, Ajax.
[As Ajax slumps over the chess table, Zhongli observes the advancing pawn, realizing that perhaps it has become a competition to bring out the second queen. He hadn't thought of that before, so he's somewhat surprised that Ajax would try and make things difficult for him.
Or, perhaps not.]
A keen observation. [He concedes.] I do indeed have siblings, although not bound by blood. I am the eldest of seven.
We are not close, however. [Their family has a rather unconventional way of establishing things, and each of them has responsibilities tied to a certain area of the world. He wonders if he should feel lonely about that.] What does an older sibling look like, in your eyes?