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[lingeringhope]

[Hope's voice is clear and clipped.]

If you would like to leave a message, you may do so here. I can't promise to respond. I have many demands on my time, and this sort of thing is far down the list. Still, if you would like to, you may.

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[mismanagement]

Hope. For a better future.

It's for Lilith, if you must know.

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[lingeringhope]

Doesn't she already have weapons?

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[mismanagement]

None that I have given her.

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[lingeringhope]

Why would she need one specifically from you?

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[mismanagement]

for something named Hope you understand shockingly little about the concept

because she cares for me you insufferable fool

is that clear enough?

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[lingeringhope]

If it is a token of affection you wish for, you would do better to wait for Love's resurrection. Or I could make you something else to use as a gift - but I will not make a weapon.

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[mismanagement]

A weapon would be useful. What else should I give her? Flowers? They die.

A weapon makes her less likely to die. You ought to appreciate that.

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[lingeringhope]

It also makes her more likely to commit acts of violence. Also, I am not skilled at making weapons. We each have our strong points - that is not one of mine. The opposite, in fact.

I will make something else for you, if you like.

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[mismanagement]

you allow rage to make such things

fine

make something suitable

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[lingeringhope]

Rage does as she pleases. I can control only what I do.

Love would be the better option for something like this. Is this a courting gift?

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[mismanagement]

[There are a lot of things Maketh could say to that, chief among them, 'I don't believe you', but she refrains. For once.]

Love is not here.

yes. if you must know

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[lingeringhope]

I do not know what your kind use as courting gifts. Perhaps a pleasantly shaped rock? Or carefully chosen fruits from Sorrow's orchard. Maybe a useful tool?

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[mismanagement]

My people give weapons.

Something useful would be best.

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[lingeringhope]

I see. Then food or a tool or some sort would likely be preferred. I could provide a specific food she enjoys, perhaps.

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[mismanagement]

that would be acceptable

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[lingeringhope]

What sort of things does she like?

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[mismanagement]

i dont know

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[lingeringhope]

You don't know?

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[mismanagement]

I dislike repeating myself

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[lingeringhope]

In that case, you ought to find out. I believe that is a part of courting.

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[mismanagement]

[dsfhjdskljdfs you are useless]

I see

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[lingeringhope]

I have the utmost faith in your abilities. It is only too bad Love isn't here to assist you.