[indent][hr][center][img]https://txt-dynamic.static.1001fonts.net/txt/b3RmLjk2LmNlZjU4Zi5SWEpwY3lCVFlXMWhaV3csLjQA/mafakanev.regular.png[/img][/center] [hr][indent] Varis did bring up a good point. Not that money was an issue, but Eris supposed if Maxton didn't prove his worth then cleaning his hands of him was probably for the best. He was interested in the favor presented, making a mental note to visit that later. Having a few extra favors in his pocket was never a bad thing, although he was sorely missing out on having more considering he had buried himself in his work. There simply weren't enough hours in the night, his social life taking a dive in the past decade or so. Juggling everything had been a hassle, after all, with appearances and interviews eating up whatever free time he had after filming. The redhead seemed to have been reading his mind, causing Eris to chuckle. It wasn't a surprising question, really; it was no secret how closely he worked with his mother. [color=ccff99]"Surprised. Disappointed. Furious that I didn't mention a word. At least, that's the assumption I'm getting from Harmonia, who's been calling every fifteen minutes,"[/color] He patted his pocket where his phone sat quietly. [color=ccff99]"She might be a little offended, but she'll get over it."[/color] The corners of his lips frowned slightly, recalling the conversation he had with Pandora. [color=ccff99]"Mother seemed uncertain. [I]Sunset[/I] just came out and I had a few offers lined up, she was concerned suddenly stepping out of the spotlight would have a negative effect, especially with the Ghanie family picking up speed a lot faster than anticipated."[/color] Too fast in Eris' opinion. That was something he would have one of the siblings look into as soon as he could. [color=ccff99]"But as abrupt as it is, it's a good opportunity to meet fresh faces and create opportunities with those who have yet to make connections. By graduation we'll see how that pans out."[/color] And of course getting to see his favorite redhead, but if he said that, he'd get yelled at. [color=ccff99]"Antigone had a hard time renegotiating my contracts, but I swear I think he [I]likes[/I] the challenge."[/color] He perked himself up a bit, shooting Varis a grin. [color=ccff99]"At the very least, I finally surprised Ismene. She was about halfway done with a letter declining the invitation when I let her know it wasn't needed,"[/color] He fondly remembered her adorable expression, her apology for making an assumption accompanied by a rare blush of embarrassment making the entire ordeal worth it if he was being honest. He let out a wistful sigh, perching his chin on the palm of his hand. [color=ccff99]"I still wish I could have brought her with me, she makes life so much easier..."[/color] [/indent][hr][/indent] [sub][right]Being introspective with: [@Achronum][/right][/sub]