*whips out his phone and his eyes widen slightly when he notices the sender’s name. Grinning, he composed a reply*
[text] You are most welcome, Hakuba-san. This thief aims to please. [text] -laughs- Can you be persuaded to share your secrets?
*sends*
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*Saves previous messages and keeps phone*
[text] Perhaps, in time. I suspect that we may end up needing to share several secrets as things progress.
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[text] By the way, if you’re ready to talk about your career choice, let’s set up a date and time to discuss it in privacy. Perhaps over dinner?
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[text] And by dinner I meant tea.