"A magnanimous gesture, and one that has not been forgotten." Not entirely, not far enough. Why they should have remembered, Grantaire can't imagine; when had that even been? And those glances the boys continue to exchange-- It is of course impossible to know their exact meaning, but the slyness, the questioning delight point toward suppositions.
And, oh, if this family talks...
Well. He'll need to take it for what it is. The recognition of her family need not mean much; it wouldn't be the first time his name has been shared as such. And the situation is humorous, in a way. If he weren't in the middle of it, Grantaire would doubtless be making mock in earnest.
Instead, he takes Irma's hand, keeping his eyes on her as he continues to speak. They've an inkling; why not offer further evidence? "Indeed, the very fact that they deigned to speak with such a wreck as I showed wondrous kindness; a trait that shines stronger still in their sister. There is nothing more valuable than the company of another."
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Date: 2013-06-11 04:11 pm (UTC)And, oh, if this family talks...
Well. He'll need to take it for what it is. The recognition of her family need not mean much; it wouldn't be the first time his name has been shared as such. And the situation is humorous, in a way. If he weren't in the middle of it, Grantaire would doubtless be making mock in earnest.
Instead, he takes Irma's hand, keeping his eyes on her as he continues to speak. They've an inkling; why not offer further evidence? "Indeed, the very fact that they deigned to speak with such a wreck as I showed wondrous kindness; a trait that shines stronger still in their sister. There is nothing more valuable than the company of another."