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deal 006 ❖ [video]

[The video is on. But Rumpelstiltskin is unaware of this, largely because it was turned on as it was flung against a wall.

He's having a bit of a tantrum. These are, thankfully, quite rare, but also quite violent. There is broken glass strewn about, vials and bottles shattered and small pools of variously colored liquids.]

Useless! All of this entirely useless. How is it there's not one pair in true love in this entire mess of an existence?!

[It's about here his eyes fall on his communicator and he realizes he's being watched. He straightens up a bit, schools his face into a bit of a smile. Tense around the edges, pulled a bit too taut over his features.]

Well dearies, sorry you had to see that. Call it a bit of frustration and homesickness. I suppose perhaps while I have some of your attention, I should make the most of it. What is the happiest memory you have? What would you be willing to sacrifice to reclaim it?

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[ and he's just going to take a seat on your shoulder. don't mind him. gives a shake of the head. no need for food. even in this form it's of no use to him. ]

[ remains still for a few minutes more as rumpel prepares the tea, but he's growing rather restless in this form... and he's sure his friend is sick of talking to himself. moves from his newest perch and heads outside. musters the strength to return to normal as his core erupts in a darkness all its own. lets it engulf him and morph his shape until he's that of a man once more. straightens himself up before giving a knock and stepping back inside. ] Excuse my appearance, friend, ...I'm still a bit war torn.

[Fine by Rumplestiltskin. His shoulder is fair game. He only glances up briefly as Sebastian flies off. Then another glance towards the door.]

Welcome back then. Have a seat, hmm? You look like you could use it.

[He's fussing with the tea. ...he's awful at tea. Where is Belle?]

War torn sounds right. As I said, I could see if my magic and your constitution get along and try to patch you up.

...thank you. [ a small bow and he moves to accept the seat, but... tea. let sebastian help you with that, rumpel. he makes only the best tea. takes his seat only after it's been successfully made. ] I would not be opposed to that. It would benefit us both, after all. [ it would help to have someone familiar with his "make up". ]

[...goodness, he likes you more and more Sebastian. Tea making too? But he settles in a chair nearby.]

It would, yes. So then, let me see now. [He leans a bit closer, looking at Sebastian closely. He reaches a hand out towards him, a thin wisp of something that could be smoke, but for how it moves and its vaguely purple tinge. Noooot quite human at all. But still, an injury is an injury. And he has some experience with this.]

I'm afraid this may sting. I've never had that gentle a touch. [That's the warning Sebastian gets before Rumplestiltskin lets loose, his magic racing to find its way to swarm the other's wounds, beginning the process of knitting.]

[ aw. anything for a friend. ]

[ takes a breath and sits still as rumpelstiltskin inspects him. he's covered in scratches and there are still a few terrible gashes running the length of his back and chest. of course they're covered, but he gets the feeling that wisp of magic won't have any problems finding them. his lips turn up in a slight smirk as he looks on with curiosity. ]

It's no problem at all. I happen to like a bit of pain... [ trails off and into a chuckle as the magic starts knitting his injuries. his breath catches and he hisses. ah, that did sting... perhaps a bit more than he'd expected. but it's not all that bad. ] Isn't this something else, ...

Well then, hardly a problem.

[It's a quick process at least. Were Sebastian a bit more on the human side, Rumplestiltskin likely could have managed without the sting. He'd learned to for Bae, after all. But well, no harm no foul in the end, perhaps.]

There. Yes, it has its uses at times. Though I'll admit to being a bit rusty on this skill. It's not one I find myself inclined to use often.

[ and a smile spreads over his face as rumpelstiltskin finishes. impressive. ] ...my my my. [ inspects a few injuries he'd had and finds them to be ohso suddenly nonexistent. ] That'd been quick and relatively painless. [ a nod as he stifles a chuckle. ] Thank you.

I can't say I blame you. [ most people here don't deserve the relief. ]

Any time, my friend.

[Rumplestiltskin takes a seat now, comfortably.] So you've had a bit of troubles lately then. Was the struggle worth it at least?

mm. It was. [ his gaze falls to his cup and he takes a tentative sip. ] ...for the insight it gave me. [ sebastian had learned quite a bit about some of the people here. ] ...but most importantly, I had a bit of fun. [ a chuckle is soon to follow. ] Tell me, how have you been, ...It feels like ages since I've last seen you.

[Rumplestiltskin nods.] Insight is it? I'd love to hear.

[He laughs now though, bright, trilling.] Excellent. This place is lacking in fun far too often.

It has been too long, hasn't it? I've been well enough, a few minor frustrations aside. [Like the little display Sebastian had seen just earlier.]

[ and of course sebastian is going to share. he'll not be skimping on a single detail either. he'd found it all fascinating besides. how the populace had reacting to the "betrayal" he and his master staged. people he'd not even spoken to had jumped down his throat and judged him. it'd been quite humorous. but he'll also tell him about icy and hades, ...and how easily they'd been played. the fools. ]

Isn't it. [ nurses his tea and throws his friend a nod. ] I see. If there's anything I can do to help please let me know. I hate to see you so upset.

[Rumplestiltskin will be thrilled really. Sebastian is clearly the best person to be friends with in this entire place. He can't help but be fascinated by the man.]

A kind offer. Unfortunately it's just a matter of finding the right supplies. And other avenues, well... at least my magic followed me to this place.

[ and sebastian feels the same. he's never had a friend quite like you and, in all honesty, couldn't ask for one better. oh, and this here is just the tip of the iceberg. ] I see. I imagine these worlds do not harbor the same ingredients as back home. [ sets his cup down. ] I, too, am glad. [ that he, himself, was able to retain his power or that rumpelstiltskin had retained his own...? or perhaps both. he doesn't elaborate, only smiles. ]

[Rumplestiltskin nods.] Precisely, yes. And frankly this place is crawling with a magic of its own. But I'm sure I'm only telling you things you already know.

I'd rather like to try my hand at harnessing some of it.

It is. [ sebastian smiles. ] ...and I am sure that if anybody can harness it, it's you.

Thank you for the vote of confidence. [His smile widened a bit, though in a somewhat more honestly sinister sort of expression than he allowed very often, when others were present.]

[ and he tips his head to acknowledge rumpelstiltskin's gratitude. ] I am interested to see what sorts of things you'll uncover here.

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