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[mis_match]

[voice]

[Emma tries to sound dignified, but she mostly sounds flustered and indignant.]

Where I am from, men would never dream of taking such liberties with respectable women, regardless of "tradition."

And if you are going to be traditional, one must remove a berry for every kiss, and the kisses cease once the berries are removed. The deities,

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[horrible_protag]

I most certainly agree. That is why I am staying inside, so that I do not take advantage of anyone unfairly. And because I am trying to get Penny back on my side, even if it gets me blue-balled.

[mis_match]

That is very wise of you, sir. But does not the ticking bother you?

[horrible_protag]

That is, quite honestly, the least of my concerns.

[mis_match]

I wish that it were the least of mine. Does it not drive you mad?

[horrible_protag]

Not today, no. But usually I am out in the city, helping people, so I can't say that I often hear it.

[mis_match]

You are very fortunate, then.

[horrible_protag]

Indeed. So are they.