[ He seriously considers bowing to his injuries and inviting Ford to meet him at his home. Ozpin is tired, and Oscar is tired on top of it. The boy is still a fluffy little songbird, and if the shape is a comfort to him, Oz has no intention of shunting him back to his aching human self. He can acknowledge that they are currently in poor condition.
But October's aftermath had been worse, in many ways. And there is little to be done for damage to the face and ribs. He is not bedridden, and to have Stanford hovering awkwardly in the manor, after the way they'd last parted, is more than he is presently willing to bear. This is not a good time for reminders of intimacy.
Her voice still echoes in his ears, and her pitying smile, and the coolness of her hand against his (Oscar's) face. He is trying desperately not to think of it. So: they will go out. ]
I confess the experience has been rather strenuous, and it may be a few days before I am fully recovered. Still, I can meet briefly.
I will see you at the cafe.
[ Rather strenuous is a polite way to describe a face black with bruises, and the ginger, limping way he walks. But they will get to that in time. ]
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But October's aftermath had been worse, in many ways. And there is little to be done for damage to the face and ribs. He is not bedridden, and to have Stanford hovering awkwardly in the manor, after the way they'd last parted, is more than he is presently willing to bear. This is not a good time for reminders of intimacy.
Her voice still echoes in his ears, and her pitying smile, and the coolness of her hand against his (Oscar's) face. He is trying desperately not to think of it. So: they will go out. ]
I confess the experience has been rather strenuous, and it may be a few days before I am fully recovered. Still, I can meet briefly.
I will see you at the cafe.
[ Rather strenuous is a polite way to describe a face black with bruises, and the ginger, limping way he walks. But they will get to that in time. ]