[Aside from a bruise here or there, he really means it. And thankfully most here are good about ignoring it, as they've grown accustomed to his frequent stumbles. He glances over at Blue on account of his movement, but otherwise doesn't even react to the offer of help. It's a matter of pride, really. He can't take a hand up from everyone throughout his life when he can fix his own problems.
But Blue can assist in another way, just because he also knows people hate feeling ignored or useless when they're just trying to be nice.]
Mind getting that? Pour yourself some, if you like. I'll clean up the mess.
[He nods to the carton of eggnog as he pulls himself to his feet, then turns to track down a rag.]
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[Aside from a bruise here or there, he really means it. And thankfully most here are good about ignoring it, as they've grown accustomed to his frequent stumbles. He glances over at Blue on account of his movement, but otherwise doesn't even react to the offer of help. It's a matter of pride, really. He can't take a hand up from everyone throughout his life when he can fix his own problems.
But Blue can assist in another way, just because he also knows people hate feeling ignored or useless when they're just trying to be nice.]
Mind getting that? Pour yourself some, if you like. I'll clean up the mess.
[He nods to the carton of eggnog as he pulls himself to his feet, then turns to track down a rag.]