[Okay, he is definitely taking this more seriously than she thought. In hindsight, Lydia isn't that surprised. As it is, she's just gonna try to not blush. It's not anything she hasn't told him before, but not in these terms. ]
It's really okay...I promise. I was just dared to get a picture of someone I think is hot.
[Nope, there's the blush. For all they're friends and Lydia trusts him, she can recognize he is hot. No crush, just appreciation and recognition. Don't mind her ducking her head a bit sheepishly.]
Being considered hot by teenage girls is nothing new, but back home there would be layers of PR, reams of work and literal walls preventing him from ever being faced with any such persons.
It's just a little stranger, being as he's starting to see Lydia as a friend as well.]
-well I...suppose that's not really a bad thing then.
[He's not blushing, but trying to diffuse what's turning into more awkward than it needs to be. She hasn't got a crush and neither does he - their age gap...]
[She is refusing to let this turn awkward. REFUSING, do you hear her? Her hands are up, waving in a way to try and reassure.]
Sorry, I mean...I've told you before you're handsome, so this shouldn't be a surprise. I also was going to get more than one picture of more than one guy...
[That last part might be mumbled too, before Lydia huffs and hangs her head. A deep breath, and then she's back up with an awkward smile on her face. Slightly embarrassed, but holding her hand out to him.]
I don't want anything to ruin our friendship. Any aesthetic appreciation I have for the surface or physical is just that. And less important to me than keeping my friend.
[Nope, she's still going...trying almost too hard to wave all the potential awkward away when really there isn't any need. Finally, when he does get chance, she's made herself feel more awkward. Sephiroth chuckles lightly, flicking his hair the way that he does when it's not really in his face but might fall that way any moment.]
It's fine. Honestly, I'm used to it. Just-
[He tilts his head, trying to soften his expression some more.]
-it's not something I've been acknowledged for, in a time.
[Okay, getting him to laugh has the effect of stopping her babbling and remaining bright red. The reassurance brings a shy smile--maybe it really was okay?]
...would you like a copy? Once it's developed?
[Definitely still feeling shy and embarrassed, but she'll regain her equilibrium soon enough.]
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It's really okay...I promise. I was just dared to get a picture of someone I think is hot.
[Nope, there's the blush. For all they're friends and Lydia trusts him, she can recognize he is hot. No crush, just appreciation and recognition. Don't mind her ducking her head a bit sheepishly.]
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[Wai- what! Back up.
Being considered hot by teenage girls is nothing new, but back home there would be layers of PR, reams of work and literal walls preventing him from ever being faced with any such persons.
It's just a little stranger, being as he's starting to see Lydia as a friend as well.]
-well I...suppose that's not really a bad thing then.
[He's not blushing, but trying to diffuse what's turning into more awkward than it needs to be. She hasn't got a crush and neither does he - their age gap...]
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Sorry, I mean...I've told you before you're handsome, so this shouldn't be a surprise. I also was going to get more than one picture of more than one guy...
[That last part might be mumbled too, before Lydia huffs and hangs her head. A deep breath, and then she's back up with an awkward smile on her face. Slightly embarrassed, but holding her hand out to him.]
I don't want anything to ruin our friendship. Any aesthetic appreciation I have for the surface or physical is just that. And less important to me than keeping my friend.
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[First time it's a mummer-]
Lydia-
[Nope, she's still going...trying almost too hard to wave all the potential awkward away when really there isn't any need. Finally, when he does get chance, she's made herself feel more awkward. Sephiroth chuckles lightly, flicking his hair the way that he does when it's not really in his face but might fall that way any moment.]
It's fine. Honestly, I'm used to it. Just-
[He tilts his head, trying to soften his expression some more.]
-it's not something I've been acknowledged for, in a time.
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...would you like a copy? Once it's developed?
[Definitely still feeling shy and embarrassed, but she'll regain her equilibrium soon enough.]
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-why not.
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Anyone you wanted me to get a picture of?
[She's missed her photography a lot, ok?]
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I highly doubt I'd be the best to highlight people for your mission...and isn't that cheating?
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Maybe. All I was dared, was to get a photo of a hot guy. I'm willing to get other photos too.
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I think I'll just leave you to it.
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I'm willing to take requests. Especially if you're willing to help me do whatever it is Cid or whoever makes me do to get more film.
[There is a playful wink, and then Lydia is off! After some time, he'll get a flat parcel delivery from her.]
[OOC: Check your email-box. ^^ Icon as requested.]