[Phoenix gives a panicked yelp as the bomb goes off, then he gives a few hacking coughs at the smoke before it dissipates.
Then he blinks drowsily as he looks down towards the figure. That's definitely a very familiar get-up, and Phoenix is pretty much stunned as he takes this in.]
You're... a tiny magician! [It's a cute outfit, but still. I hope he's not some upset fan of the Gramayres....]
[Apollo nods, smiling when Phoenix acknowledges him.]
I'm a magician, just like my dad. [He sounds extremely proud of this. His dad did say their last trick at the court house was a job well done, even if he's going to be gone for a while...]
He said I'm supposed to go to you after he disappears.
[While not seeing his father for some indefinite amount of time scares him a little, Apollo tries to keep a brave face on. After all, he'd helped his dad! And he didn't say he'd "never" come back for him..]
It was all falling into place. Not only did the magician leave the stand and leave the case in jeopardy... but he left a kid behind too. How heartless could he be?
Phoenix tries to give him a warm and reassuring smile, and he leans over to put a hand on his should.]
Yes.
Of course it will be. Hey... I'll keep an eye on you until your old man comes back, okay?
[The smile seems to work, Apollo brightening up when Phoenix comforts him. Instead of uncertain, he eyes Phoenix curiously now, fiddling with his hat.]
If I'm staying with you, does that mean you're my new dad?
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Then he blinks drowsily as he looks down towards the figure. That's definitely a very familiar get-up, and Phoenix is pretty much stunned as he takes this in.]
You're... a tiny magician! [It's a cute outfit, but still. I hope he's not some upset fan of the Gramayres....]
...Wel...come?
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I'm a magician, just like my dad. [He sounds extremely proud of this. His dad did say their last trick at the court house was a job well done, even if he's going to be gone for a while...]
He said I'm supposed to go to you after he disappears.
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You're supposed to... Wait, so you are related to Mr. Gramayre!
Why come to me... Are you his middleman? Right now, I really need that guy to reappear! [Flock of doves optional!]
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Dad said he won't be back for a long time.
[While not seeing his father for some indefinite amount of time scares him a little, Apollo tries to keep a brave face on. After all, he'd helped his dad! And he didn't say he'd "never" come back for him..]
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[The blankest of stares.]
How long are we talking, here?
[I don't have to gear up for a slumber party, do I?]
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[Aaand he's back to staring at Phoenix, eyes wide and earnest.]
Is it going to be okay?
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It was all falling into place. Not only did the magician leave the stand and leave the case in jeopardy... but he left a kid behind too. How heartless could he be?
Phoenix tries to give him a warm and reassuring smile, and he leans over to put a hand on his should.]
Yes.
Of course it will be. Hey... I'll keep an eye on you until your old man comes back, okay?
[Please come back... Your son needs you.]
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If I'm staying with you, does that mean you're my new dad?
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...Is that how it works?
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Sure it does, dad!
[Looks like it's already been decided for him anyway.]
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W-well, if that's the way you see it, then... I have no objections! You can call me whatever you prefer. But I'll do my best for you, no matter what.
[What am I getting myself into...?]
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I'll do my best, too, dad! I'm a top notch magician and I can look out for you.
[Isn't it supposed to be the other way around...]
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Really? No offense, but you seem a little small for a breadwinner.
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Dad, that's not fair. You can't judge someone's talent by their age!
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Okay, okay, I get it. In that case, why don't you show me some of this talent first?
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What kind of magic do you want to see?
[He asks, as if his magical repertoire is beyond just a few tricks at this point.]
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What do you got? [Why do I sound like I'm in a drug deal?]
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There's a whoosh of air before, suddenly, there's yet one more figure in the room, just beside Apollo.]
Good day to you!
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Wh-what is that?! [He does manage to hold himself back from throwing a shoe at it.]
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"Sir Hat" moves his wooden mouth as Apollo manipulates the controls under his cape.]
And don't you forget it!