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Humming and kicking his feet behind, Kier cocked his head to the side, watching Laurence rush in front.
"Soooo, anything interesting? Wasn't really listening to be honest..." he smiled, dumb.
Laurence sighed once more and swallowed, keeping his eyes forward and focusing on walking.
"We've been chosen to attend the Cardinal's Ball tonight, in effort to find what we can on his plans."
Kier skipped happily.
"Ooh, an undercover mission! What should I be... I want to be a fireman! No, a doctor! No..." the redhead trailed off, mimicking actions of professions he read out.
Beveridge stopped suddenly, causing Kier to bump into him, and turned on his heel.
"You will be nobody. We can't be suspicious. No extravaganza. Simply, mute. Shadows almost."
Kier frowned, looking up into the murky green eyes of his friend.
"But... People might believe me if I say I'm a superhero..."
Making an irritated noise, Beveridge turned again and trifled off, making no attempt to wait for his partner.
"Hm? Hey w-
Wait up!"

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