[The Dragon… the one Ash supposedly claimed to have slain? Apparently there was more to that story, and maybe Rufus would be surprised if the circumstances were different. Maybe if he were a different person, he would feel indignant upon watching even a little white lie unravel before him right now.
But he’s indignant for different reasons. And he’s not that person. Besides, what’s he supposed to say when Ash takes the initiative this time, unexpected and actually catching him off-guard?
He’s frozen in place for a moment, until he’s not. Until his surprise gives way to a being darkly amused, his frustrations sweeping into defiance against the Truth Booth itself and its assessment of their match. Results be damned.
His lips curve into a smile, at some point. Everyone’s watching, but they can just enjoy the show.]
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But he’s indignant for different reasons. And he’s not that person. Besides, what’s he supposed to say when Ash takes the initiative this time, unexpected and actually catching him off-guard?
He’s frozen in place for a moment, until he’s not. Until his surprise gives way to a being darkly amused, his frustrations sweeping into defiance against the Truth Booth itself and its assessment of their match. Results be damned.
His lips curve into a smile, at some point. Everyone’s watching, but they can just enjoy the show.]