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His smile came almost unwillingly; at least there was someone who appreciated his little talent. Putting it to good use was satisfying as well. Ben turned back to the box he had brought in and plucked a pair of chandelier earrings and held Lilie still while he carefully looped them through her ears. He would be the first to admit he was likely going a touch overboard with the accessorizing, but he was treating the small gathering as he would any other gathering. Even if the Sinnenodel thought it wasted on someone like Lilie, Ben was a consistent man if anything. His fingers traced the diamonds as he inspected them carefully, releasing them as he pulled out a ring bearing the Eve House's crest and slipped it around her finger.

[color=C0C0C0]"I have a tendency to pick up the odd hobby every other year or so to keep myself busy. I was a rambunctious child in my youth so it stems from there,"[/color] Ben said. [color=C0C0C0]"My father believed if I kept my hands busy it would keep me busy. He was half-right."[/color] He lightly mused to himself that that must have been why he was so intent on tea-making. Was it truly that long since his last indulgence? 

He gave himself a moment to think as he clasped a thin tennis bracelet around Lilie's wrist. The correct answer was that she should come to him for anything and everything, but that was not the correct answer to something like this. Perhaps a passcode or something of sorts could be set up as he had established previously with mages he had trained. However, he was convinced this was a good exercise for the new mage to test the waters. Pulling out the last of the jewelry set, he watched Lilie's reflection in the mirror as he put together his thoughts.

[color=C0C0C0]"If it is the most urgent of emergencies, I bid you find me right away. You needn't say a word as your presence alone is enough to warn me that something has happened and I will excuse us. I urge you use your judgment to do what is best for you,"[/color] Ben said. [color=C0C0C0]"Running from a difficult situation is a statement in and of itself. You must remain confident, sturdy against the tides, and above all else never let anyone take your pride away. No one can make you feel inferior without your consent."[/color]

The necklace he placed on her chest was nearly identical in design to the usual pendant she wore with the exception of said design putting silver on a whole diamond. It glittered beautifully, perhaps too much for his usual taste, but all subtlety was gone for him at this point. He placed both his hands on her shoulders as he glanced at her reflection. There was no more time to build confidence or character but he felt alright about this. 

[color=C0C0C0]"Absolutely enchanting. Come, my dear, it is time for us to go. I would very much like to be the first to arrive as it is my duty as guest of honor,"[/color] Ben said. The bottle of blood was ready for them on their way out and there was nothing left to do but to take the few steps needed to the dorm next door.