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[carminewitch]

[Cierra tried to be a responsible adult and act like she wasn't bothered by the words, but eventually having MURDERER imprinted for everyone to see got to her. What follows is shaky but still legible handwriting:]

I do apologize, everyone, but I

[Now there is a blot on the page.]will be unavailable until further notice. If you need anything, I'll

Comments

[puckinyourmom]

Does it say "likes younger men?"

[carminewitch]

No...I'm afraid not, Noah.

Besides, Ein's not that much younger than me.

[puckinyourmom]

Damn.

[carminewitch]

I'll be sure to tell you if it changes.

[dyadiic]

ii2 iit your clothe2 two?

[carminewitch]

Yes, dear, it's my clothes too. It's not very pleasant.

[dyadiic]

ok uhh.
feel better ii gue22.

[carminewitch]

Thank you, Sollux, that's sweet of you to say!

[wingless_blade]

[Concerned boyfriend is concerned. The word on his own chest gives him pause before he replies, but reply he does.]

I'll be there in just a bit.

[carminewitch]

...All right. I'll leave the door unlocked.

[Action]

[wingless_blade]

[A couple minutes later, and the door opens as Ein lets himself in. He keeps his arms folded in front of his chest before he gives her a hug, trying to keep her from seeing what is written there.]

[Action]

[carminewitch]

[And she returns the hug, although it's a bit half-hearted.]

Hey, Ein...this hasn't been a very good day, huh?

[kid8dik]

[If even Professor Cierra was out of commission, it must be significant. But he wasn't going to pry. '^']

It...will only be temporary, Professor.

[carminewitch]

I'm aware. But in the meantime I believe my presence would be off-putting, considering the state I'm in.

[kid8dik]

I understand.

And I hope whatever discomfort you're feeling passes.

[blackbloodcrona]

[Oh look Crona's shirt says the same.]

I don't understand mine..I mean, I sort of do but..I don't remember it happening...