I'm not sure you'd want to live vicariously through me, Miss. I don't exactly get out all that often but when I do I like a few pints at a good pub and a long walk home under the stars.
[ There's a small tear in the sleeve that sees itself through to the skin of Bruce's arm, a messy graze that could have been much worse. He doesn't comment on the bruises but grimaces as he reaches to touch his chest. ]
I might have cracked something. The pain is worse on my right.
[ They're beyond him trying to hide when things are bad, but the instinct is still there especially when he knows he's made Alfred worry. ]
One doesn't always have to be serious partners for there to be comfort. You could just be close and care about one another, doesn't mean you're going to be buying property together or anything.
That will probably be in another month or so, he's really sprouting up.
So far as I know Bruce never made notes when he used to visit his father at work, it was more about him spending time with his Dad than anything. It was only after they died that he started to dig into the company and how it worked.
I swear he's grown taller in this time I've been herer in Gotham.
That's still so impressive. Like, he was so young but taking it all so seriously to make his parents proud. I... There's something I've been meaning to ask you, now we're talking about that.
[His place isn't exactly what most would call 'lovely' and definitely not 'fancy' but it does suit his style, when he came over from London to work for Thomas Wayne the young billionaire had offered to put Alfred up in one of New York's best suites but Alfred couldn't do that. He felt out of place and had instead opted to find his own apartment and just have Wayne pay the rent instead.
When he and Midge arrive he gets the door for her, smiling to himself as he watches her expression when she sees his place for the first time.]
[ Midge looks around and nods to herself. It’s a typical bachelor pad, though the industrial elements are kind of stylish, in a way. It does seem to suit Alfred’s taste. ]
I like it. [ She takes off her coat and hangs it on a hook by the door. ] I hope I didn’t put you out by having to come bail me out tonight.
[On some level, he knows he should have just deleted his texts instead of sending them off. He stews in shame, the kind that only feeds all the ugly feelings willing him to stay in bed and never get up.]
Nothing ever seems to change, if anything it gets more crazy around here the longer I'm at it. I know I came back to the force for a reason, but that never made it easier.
That's the single best slang word for idiot I've ever heard. You know, not a bad idea. I think I might just abandon the apps and go old school though. Stop looking entirely and just let whatever happens happen. How about you, though? Any dating woes to share?
[The ER is crowded when he arrives, and Karen is sitting on a gurney bed in the hallway. Her discharge paperwork is on the bed next to her, along with a bag that has her shirt and some instant cold packs inside.
She's wearing an oversized navy blue scrub top from one of the nurses, which looks entirely at odds with her dress pants and flats. She's typing a text one handed, because her left arm is immobilized in a sling. There's a few other smaller injuries - a cut on her lip, and one on her cheek that looks like it might be on a spot that's going to turn into a bruise.
Glancing up, she spots Alfred and smiles, pointing her phone at him.] Heeeeey! Okay, again I have to say I'm fine. You look weirdly good under hospital florescents, though.
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for @sickofroses (tfln continued)
I'm not sure you'd want to live vicariously through me, Miss. I don't exactly get out all that often but when I do I like a few pints at a good pub and a long walk home under the stars.
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for @minded (tfln continued)
All right I'm on my way.
I'll knock the intruder out and then you can explain everything.
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[ just a mad in tweed sweating next to a heater, nothing weird about this at all. ]
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for @batprince (tfln continued)
I'd be happy to pass along the message, as well as any notes you might have about improvements you want done on it.
[He says as he sets down the tray, moving behind Bruce to help carefully remove the jacket once he has it unzipped.]
Where does it hurt the most?
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[ There's a small tear in the sleeve that sees itself through to the skin of Bruce's arm, a messy graze that could have been much worse. He doesn't comment on the bruises but grimaces as he reaches to touch his chest. ]
I might have cracked something. The pain is worse on my right.
[ They're beyond him trying to hide when things are bad, but the instinct is still there especially when he knows he's made Alfred worry. ]
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for @hawk_shot (tfln continued)
And I thought I was ready to be a soldier, trust me, no one is ever fully ready for that.
How do you feel about that?
ooc: Thank you for moving us, hun! <3
I feel like I should run and ghost him.
But then I'm always checking my phone to see if he texted.
you're welcome :)
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for @theotherrobin (tfln continued)
You'd want to come to and do the grocery shopping with me? Really?
lol thanks, i was sooooo lazyyyy xD
No worries, I would have done it sooner but I was in bed on my phone XD
it's been so freakin hot that i've basically just been on my phone too. too hot for laptops D:
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I don't have one ;_________;
Noooooo ðŸ˜
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for @bellylanding (tfln continued)
One doesn't always have to be serious partners for there to be comfort. You could just be close and care about one another, doesn't mean you're going to be buying property together or anything.
hell yea i very much WOULD like to continue
We're already friends. Shouldn't that be comfort enough without getting weird?
Yaaay! I don't get to bust out young Alfred very often :D
i'm loving him tbh
aww yay <3
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for @revmeup (tfln drinks continued)
Apologies, Harley.
[He says and clears his throat a little.]
Now, what type of drink do you prefer? You look a bit like a lady who likes something bubbly.
for@farcry (tfln continued)
Very well, sir. I shall make some calls.
It's coming up so with your current slow speed, unless you decide to go even slower, you should reach it in 20 mins.
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Slow speed? Alfred. Not all of us used to work for the MI5 okay?
But fine, I'll run faster.
you're welcome :)
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for @doesntsing (tfln continued)
Am I also allowed to watch your figure?
oh, thank you.
All you wanna do is watch?
you're very welcome <3
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for @hawk_shot (tfln continued)
That will probably be in another month or so, he's really sprouting up.
So far as I know Bruce never made notes when he used to visit his father at work, it was more about him spending time with his Dad than anything. It was only after they died that he started to dig into the company and how it worked.
Thanks for moving us, hun! <3
That's still so impressive. Like, he was so young but taking it all so seriously to make his parents proud.
I...
There's something I've been meaning to ask you, now we're talking about that.
Anytime 💕
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for @theshadowed (tfln continued)
No, I don't think I would actually.
Special Air Service.
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Pilot, cool. You still fly?
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for @doesntsing (tfln jailbreak continued)
[His place isn't exactly what most would call 'lovely' and definitely not 'fancy' but it does suit his style, when he came over from London to work for Thomas Wayne the young billionaire had offered to put Alfred up in one of New York's best suites but Alfred couldn't do that. He felt out of place and had instead opted to find his own apartment and just have Wayne pay the rent instead.
When he and Midge arrive he gets the door for her, smiling to himself as he watches her expression when she sees his place for the first time.]
thanks for moving us
I like it. [ She takes off her coat and hangs it on a hook by the door. ] I hope I didn’t put you out by having to come bail me out tonight.
no worries :)
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for @hobblepot (tfln continued)
Well I wasn't about to leave you laying in your own vomit.
[He knows you hate being messy, Os.]
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I could have taken care of it myself
I'm a grown man for crying out loud!
[On some level, he knows he should have just deleted his texts instead of sending them off. He stews in shame, the kind that only feeds all the ugly feelings willing him to stay in bed and never get up.]
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for @lasthonestman (tfln continued)
Why just lately? Has something specifically happened to shake your trust up more?
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for @pagekaren (tfln continued)
An idiot.
Maybe you should try dating a fireman or something, they're used to danger.
thank you for enabling captcha escape!
You know, not a bad idea. I think I might just abandon the apps and go old school though.
Stop looking entirely and just let whatever happens happen.
How about you, though? Any dating woes to share?
sorry it took so long, I wasn't near a computer and hate doing html on my phone XD
i know that feeling so well! you beat me to the punchline by like one reply haha
hehehe
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for @hawk_shot (injured thread continued)
Well I have the job I like.
[Is he being intentionally difficult? Maybe.]
Thanks for moving us after doing the impossible on the Sunday Texting meme!
[Does she sound like she's judging him? Maybe. But it's unintentional.]
I'm sure it wasn't just us but we do have awesome long threads ;)
Oh no, it was clearly a good sunday of threads for everyone. But ours is awesome, as always! <3
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for @hawk_shot (tfln let them eat tarts continued)
No, I'll be all right I just need to stay out of her sight or else I'm going to get slapped a lot.
Thanks for for moving the thread 💜
We're talking about an ex, aren't we?
no problem :)
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for @pagekaren (tfln loopy with painkillers continued)
That's a pretty bold claim but all right, I'll try it.
I should be there in about 15.
thank you for the move!
You'll see.
And thank you.
[The ER is crowded when he arrives, and Karen is sitting on a gurney bed in the hallway. Her discharge paperwork is on the bed next to her, along with a bag that has her shirt and some instant cold packs inside.
She's wearing an oversized navy blue scrub top from one of the nurses, which looks entirely at odds with her dress pants and flats. She's typing a text one handed, because her left arm is immobilized in a sling. There's a few other smaller injuries - a cut on her lip, and one on her cheek that looks like it might be on a spot that's going to turn into a bruise.
Glancing up, she spots Alfred and smiles, pointing her phone at him.] Heeeeey! Okay, again I have to say I'm fine. You look weirdly good under hospital florescents, though.
no problem :) that hit captcha so fast this time!
i know! i was surprised
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for @doesntsing (tfln continued)
A big mistake.
It's probably weird but I like hearing you say that.
Oh I'm sure it is, but there's something about a Mum's soup that transcends recipes.
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Well, now I have to make my soup for you. Not because I’m trying to out do your mom, but because I want you to at least agree that mine is good.
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[A pause and then:]
No, it wouldn't.
Where are you?
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ooc: awwwwww Bruce 😠he's so sweet
ooc: he has a lot to make up for 🙈
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for @hawk_shot (tfln cheater cheater continued)
Oh.
Sorry.
Sorry, I just got this!! Also, thanks for moving us!!
It feels like something out of some other lifetime.
I'm sorry I made you feel like I betrayed you.
No problem :)
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for @pagekaren (tfln gatorum continued)
Well now I'm imagining you in a bubble bath.
But before that I was making myself a cup of tea and cleaning my weapons.
thank you! <3
[Look, she can only be who she is.]
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