No? [ He ruffles her hair and just smiles at her. There's no protecting her, not really, from him maybe having to go away again someday, but Gustave has always known their time was limited. What he focuses on, what he can change, is spending as much time with her now, and hoping that those good memories can help her through the times that are hard. ] If you do get in the mood to, give me a head start at least and I can try to keep up.
[Maelle loosens her hold just enough to look up at him, even if that means resting her chin on his chest. It's childish, she thinks, to be so clingy--but she also doesn't care. She's fortunate to have this opportunity to be childish and clingy and she'll never take it for granted.]
I'll consider it. I'd much rather go camping with you.
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I'll consider it. I'd much rather go camping with you.
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It sounds like we'll have to make another trip out then. Where do you want to go this time? I think I picked the last one.
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[She offers with a smile, and though she does let him go, she keeps his arm as she stands at his side.]
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[ Gustave smiles over at her as they walk. ] I saw a spot that would work the last time I was there. We can set up a fire, I could bake something.
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[She makes a face. Not her favorite thing, but it's only fair she helps.]
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I'll clean.
[She's going to be on best girl behavior for the time being.]
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[ Gustave just smiles at her, knowing he's still going to end up doing the dishes later and he's okay with that. ]