[He doesn't want to feel like some kind of charity case, even if he knows Pom is more than happy to do this as a favor. Perhaps a part of Viktor still dislikes the idea of being indebted.]
There must be something we can build or fix for you.
[He waves a hand dismissively through the air, then it occurs to him that he shouldn't move while Pom is trying to measure. It's possible that he's a bit flustered, too, at being called one of Mel's boys.]
[That comes out so quick, so fast, uttered beneath his breath in a way that can't be anything but true. He recovers just as quickly, measuring one of Viktor's arms.]
What I'm saying is you give everyone else too much credit without leaving enough for yourself.
[Viktor can't help but pause, briefly, looking at Pom in slight surprise before he gets the hint and shakes it off. He thinks he could argue this point--but not while Pom is actively doing him a favor.]
It's not that complicated.
[Everyone has the capacity for good, even under duress.]
[The other arm, then he jots the measurements down in the same odd script he's been using.]
Some folks wouldn't give others the time of day if it didn't benefit them none. Some would light themselves on fire to keep a total stranger warm. And some of us, we repay what we owe.
All I'm saying is y'all have gone out of your way to help me, and I want to return the favor. You're good people. You deserve good in return.
I'm not seeking credit for doing the bare minimum.
[For caring, or for helping. To Viktor, that's just the baseline. He's well aware that not everyone feels the same way. Still, he seems to have enough sense to leave it there--both not very good at taking a compliment, and knowing that he's not going to argue Pom on this point. Viktor will just file this away for later, resolving to help Pom out when he needs it.]
[Pom's brow knits with reproach, but he says nothing more on the subject. Viktor has already been kinder than he deserves. He nods in response, letting the topic slide.]
You got any requests for clothes? Been meaning to ask Jayce too, if you've got any ideas for him.
[Mostly because Viktor kind of hates wearing clothes, now, and isn't really keen on collecting more. If Pom is going to put some effort towards the two of them, Viktor would much rather the benefit go to Jayce.]
His core gets very hot. I'm sure he'd benefit from something heat-resistant.
[Pom, too, gives nothing away, leaving Viktor with only a polite smile. Maybe he really was talking about clothing. He finishes up the measurements around Viktor's neck, getting some final ones around his wrists and forearms.]
[Even with the chatter, he can't say that Pom wasn't efficient. Viktor remains still for those last measurements, then visibly relaxes when it seems to be over. He reaches for his shirt, but doesn't yet put it on in case he's misjudged.]
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[He doesn't want to feel like some kind of charity case, even if he knows Pom is more than happy to do this as a favor. Perhaps a part of Viktor still dislikes the idea of being indebted.]
There must be something we can build or fix for you.
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Pretty sure I still owe you and everyone at that cabin for what you did for me. Saving a life takes a lot of time to make up for.
[He motions for Viktor to sit down, circling him so he can measure his torso.]
Besides, you're one of Mel's boys. Helping you doubles as helping her. I can't ask for more than that.
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[He waves a hand dismissively through the air, then it occurs to him that he shouldn't move while Pom is trying to measure. It's possible that he's a bit flustered, too, at being called one of Mel's boys.]
--anyone would have done it.
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[That comes out so quick, so fast, uttered beneath his breath in a way that can't be anything but true. He recovers just as quickly, measuring one of Viktor's arms.]
What I'm saying is you give everyone else too much credit without leaving enough for yourself.
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It's not that complicated.
[Everyone has the capacity for good, even under duress.]
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[The other arm, then he jots the measurements down in the same odd script he's been using.]
Some folks wouldn't give others the time of day if it didn't benefit them none. Some would light themselves on fire to keep a total stranger warm. And some of us, we repay what we owe.
All I'm saying is y'all have gone out of your way to help me, and I want to return the favor. You're good people. You deserve good in return.
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[For caring, or for helping. To Viktor, that's just the baseline. He's well aware that not everyone feels the same way. Still, he seems to have enough sense to leave it there--both not very good at taking a compliment, and knowing that he's not going to argue Pom on this point. Viktor will just file this away for later, resolving to help Pom out when he needs it.]
If you need something, you can always ask.
[It's not an offer that expires.]
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You got any requests for clothes? Been meaning to ask Jayce too, if you've got any ideas for him.
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[Mostly because Viktor kind of hates wearing clothes, now, and isn't really keen on collecting more. If Pom is going to put some effort towards the two of them, Viktor would much rather the benefit go to Jayce.]
His core gets very hot. I'm sure he'd benefit from something heat-resistant.
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He's hot, and you need to stay warm. Pretty sure there's an easy solution there.
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This is about clothing.
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[Pom, too, gives nothing away, leaving Viktor with only a polite smile. Maybe he really was talking about clothing. He finishes up the measurements around Viktor's neck, getting some final ones around his wrists and forearms.]
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Is that all you need?