[ He smiles to himself at Eddie's explanation of art collection and removing any forgeries from art galleries. They have similar lines in who and what they will pull a con on, it seems, and it's refreshing to meet someone who respects art in the way he does. ]
A man after my own heart.
[ The comment applies to the sketchbook too. He recognizes the more traditional studies, but the cartoons are new -- and quite charming -- for him. He's going to comment on them but becomes distracted by the fashion sketches. He may not be familiar with the style, but man loves fashion and can recognize a good eye. ]
Well, well, these are stunning. Do you make them, or just imagine? My mother taught me; no real ambition in mind, just enjoyed doing it with her.
[ It was too painful to take lessons after he lost her. Maybe if he'd gone with her, he'd have ended up an artist, one way or another.
He notices Eddie's clarification on his Uncle's parenting, notes the defensiveness. But for now he doesn't comment. Instead-- ]
Truth be told, I have never been in any situation for long where I wasn't asked to do something I didn't want to. I'm quite deft at half-truths and technicalities. I'd rather have the benefits if I'm going to deal with nonsense regardless. Though your point is well-taken. It was important to me that certain tasks be off the table.
[ If it were bad enough, he supposes he would walk. But he hasn't had any reason to believe that yet. And peace for a few weeks or months is still worth the membership. ]
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A man after my own heart.
[ The comment applies to the sketchbook too. He recognizes the more traditional studies, but the cartoons are new -- and quite charming -- for him. He's going to comment on them but becomes distracted by the fashion sketches. He may not be familiar with the style, but man loves fashion and can recognize a good eye. ]
Well, well, these are stunning. Do you make them, or just imagine? My mother taught me; no real ambition in mind, just enjoyed doing it with her.
[ It was too painful to take lessons after he lost her. Maybe if he'd gone with her, he'd have ended up an artist, one way or another.
He notices Eddie's clarification on his Uncle's parenting, notes the defensiveness. But for now he doesn't comment. Instead-- ]
Truth be told, I have never been in any situation for long where I wasn't asked to do something I didn't want to. I'm quite deft at half-truths and technicalities. I'd rather have the benefits if I'm going to deal with nonsense regardless. Though your point is well-taken. It was important to me that certain tasks be off the table.
[ If it were bad enough, he supposes he would walk. But he hasn't had any reason to believe that yet. And peace for a few weeks or months is still worth the membership. ]