[ With the snake comfortably in hand (on wrist), Arlecchino finally gives Kurt back his space, slowly stepping around to face his front. She's a woman of particular appearance on most days, but now she has one more feature to add to the mix: a long burn snaking up her neck to one cheek, red bordering on crimson. She pays it no mind, only breathing a chuckle at Kurt's reaction. ]
Strangers, as a matter of fact. But this one might be more open to friendship than you think.
[ With care, she lifts the restless snake to her shoulder and allows it to wind its way as it pleases. She runs warm, and so the snake ends up being content to keep a loose ring over her shoulders. With that business done, she looks back to Kurt. ]
Nervous around snakes? Given recent developments, you should be used to them by now.
[ Don't mind her; instead of being a dog or cat person, she happens to be a spider and reptile person. ]
[He does start feeling significantly less nervous as she gives him some space! He looks on at the unusual stranger and her new snakey companion. He's not sure what to make of her at all, but she does seem like she's part of Team Snake.]
I just don't know what to expect from them, really.
[He's gotten used to them being suspicious, if anything. He's normally not one to judge based on appearances, but his handy glass has given him much reason to doubt these snakes. Just like the old Bible stories he used to hear.]
You don't think there's a chance of getting bit? [He does worry that the people here are being led into a trap... He just has no idea what kind.]
[ Kurt's confusion is understandable. Arlecchino finds a certain satisfaction in being elegantly incomprehensible. ]
I suppose the chances aren't zero. There's just as much a possibility that you might bite me... or I might bite you.
[ There's a caramel sweetness to her words as she appraises Kurt with eyes cut crimson. He doesn't seem like he intends to cause trouble, but people aren't always what they seem. ]
But don't you worry. I'll keep a close eye on this one. If you'd like, I'll even keep an eye on any number of snakes for you — that is, if you don't mind my continued company.
[ And why wouldn't he want her to tag along, hahaha....... ]
We're still being metaphorical, right? Because for the record, I don't really bite. Unless you're a burger!
[He tries to sell that with a sheepish smile. A little humor to defuse the tension! Even though he's the one mostly feeling tense. At least she doesn't seem like she'll 'bite'. And if she is able to keep snakes off of him, that could be helpful...]
But, um, yeah! I appreciate the offer. If you can keep them out of my hair, I'd really appreciate it! I'm just trying to figure this place out.
[Normally he'd be a lot more enthusiastic about the prospect of adventure! But he continues to not know how to feel about this whole situation and how she takes command of it. But still, it does make sense to follow her lead, for now.]
Um, sure! Sounds like a plan. I'm sure I could use a refresher lesson!
[He says that with another, weaker laugh. He's ready to follow her - while keeping a bit of space between them - and hopes to learn things that aren't unsettling!]
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Strangers, as a matter of fact. But this one might be more open to friendship than you think.
[ With care, she lifts the restless snake to her shoulder and allows it to wind its way as it pleases. She runs warm, and so the snake ends up being content to keep a loose ring over her shoulders. With that business done, she looks back to Kurt. ]
Nervous around snakes? Given recent developments, you should be used to them by now.
[ Don't mind her; instead of being a dog or cat person, she happens to be a spider and reptile person. ]
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I just don't know what to expect from them, really.
[He's gotten used to them being suspicious, if anything. He's normally not one to judge based on appearances, but his handy glass has given him much reason to doubt these snakes. Just like the old Bible stories he used to hear.]
You don't think there's a chance of getting bit? [He does worry that the people here are being led into a trap... He just has no idea what kind.]
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I suppose the chances aren't zero. There's just as much a possibility that you might bite me... or I might bite you.
[ There's a caramel sweetness to her words as she appraises Kurt with eyes cut crimson. He doesn't seem like he intends to cause trouble, but people aren't always what they seem. ]
But don't you worry. I'll keep a close eye on this one. If you'd like, I'll even keep an eye on any number of snakes for you — that is, if you don't mind my continued company.
[ And why wouldn't he want her to tag along, hahaha....... ]
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We're still being metaphorical, right? Because for the record, I don't really bite. Unless you're a burger!
[He tries to sell that with a sheepish smile. A little humor to defuse the tension! Even though he's the one mostly feeling tense. At least she doesn't seem like she'll 'bite'. And if she is able to keep snakes off of him, that could be helpful...]
But, um, yeah! I appreciate the offer. If you can keep them out of my hair, I'd really appreciate it! I'm just trying to figure this place out.
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Then we share a purpose. Come. We'll have a merry little adventure.
[ By the mismatched elegance of her tone, you'd think she's making a joke. Anyway, she starts walking, little snake passenger and all. ]
While we travel, shall I regale you with the characteristics of venomous snakes? Pertinent information, I should think.
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Um, sure! Sounds like a plan. I'm sure I could use a refresher lesson!
[He says that with another, weaker laugh. He's ready to follow her - while keeping a bit of space between them - and hopes to learn things that aren't unsettling!]