[Hubert doesn't grumble. He doesn't think about grumbling. But there's a ghost of a wry look (reflected in the Bond as well) that passes so briefly over his face at the overt mention of teasing.]
[Fine. He'll let Edelgard have this.]
...She is a clever young thing. [And just as faintly as his displease, there's the impression that he's actually impressed.] It's because of that I stayed my hand, and the Turnskin kept both of his.
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[And if the girl came to harm, there would be hell to pay.]
But...I think it's good that she's quick witted. That could have been bad.
[Hehe.]
I won't tease you further, I do appreciate you looking out for her, too.
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[Fine. He'll let Edelgard have this.]
...She is a clever young thing. [And just as faintly as his displease, there's the impression that he's actually impressed.] It's because of that I stayed my hand, and the Turnskin kept both of his.
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[She is impressed too.]
Now...I suppose we should discuss these ledgers?