[Oswald can't help but chuckle at that, leaning forward a bit to rest an elbow on the counter and prop his chin up in his hand. Oh, he's liking this one]
Is that what they're calling it these days? Polite and chipper?
[Oswald hums in consideration, eyes flicking blatantly over the man in front of him] Well, I didn't when I got here, but now that you mention it...there are a couple things I could be looking for.
[Edward just keeps walking, to the right section. He'll just gather some good titles himself, pulling them from the shelves. He knows right where just about everything in the library is by heart, so it's quick and easy.]
Some of these are a little broader in their subject matter than others, but the writing is still good. I'll spare you anything with a bright yellow cover.
[No "for dummies" for you, Oswald, aren't you lucky.]
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[He just throws that one out without context.]
Half the name at least.
[Casually flips to the next page.]
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And how long have you been working here, Edward? I don't believe we've met before.
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[he tries so hard and yet,]
I've been here about two weeks.
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Ah. That would explain it.
I'm afraid I'm going to go against your goals and insist on introducing myself. My name is Oswald. It's nice to meet you, Edward.
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[He sighs a little, finally looking up from his book. Taking this guy's look in.
...Honestly, overdressed, maybe, but. It's Gotham.]
It's far too late in the night for me to return the sentiment with anything resembling sincerity. Pretend I was polite and chipper, will you?
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Is that what they're calling it these days? Polite and chipper?
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Which is ridiculous, because it's Gotham, and no one is polite during the day, let alone at night.
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[He shrugs.]
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...So. Do you need anything or can I just keep reading?
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Well, seeing as I am literally required to help you...
What are you looking for?
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Hmm...do you have any books on the anatomy of blood and specific diseases?
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If I just give you the titles and section, can you find those on your own, or do you need me to take you there.
[Judging from Edward's tone, it's clear he's hoping STRONGLY for the former.]
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Alright then. I'll show you where they are.
[And he'll just start walking.]
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Some of these are a little broader in their subject matter than others, but the writing is still good. I'll spare you anything with a bright yellow cover.
[No "for dummies" for you, Oswald, aren't you lucky.]
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[He'll turn and hand Oswald some books. There you go, buddy.]
Will these do?
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Sure. Again, it is my job and all. [He has no say in the matter.] Well, if that's all...
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[he pauses for a moment, before calling as Edward starts to move away] Though, fair warning, I might interrupt you again, later.
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Oh?
[Is. That so.]
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