[The mask of cheerfulness is one he never even knew was a mask until he got here and there was no light (from the Corps) to replenish it. He's spent some time in the snow, had his fun, and now he's sitting here quietly, going through the routine of selling works that usually, someone else does for him.]
[He likes this place, too. So he smiles, as much as he can, especially when he sees Dick, though there's fatigue in his eyes.]
That was a notable exception. I prefer these canvases.
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[He likes this place, too. So he smiles, as much as he can, especially when he sees Dick, though there's fatigue in his eyes.]
That was a notable exception. I prefer these canvases.
[A beat, and then, teasingly-]
Looking to buy a gift for a lovely lady?