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[youngestrose]

 Merry Christmas, Malcolm!

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[youngestrose]

It's worth a try, right?

[She'd settle for being in the same room. The same bed seems like a bridge too far.]

And if it doesn't work you can burn the book and I won't be mad about it.

[prodigalmess]

[ He nods and takes her hand. ]

I wouldn't burn it, as I don't burn books. It'd probably be better to give it to a used book store.

[youngestrose]

[There he goes again, being practical when she's being dramatic.]

The watch is designed to do more than just tell time and match your favorite suit. You can set it to vibrate every hour, so that you get in the habit of looking at it. Then when you're in the dream, and you see it's not on your wrist, you'll know you're dreaming.

[prodigalmess]

I've used that strategy before. Looking for the watch, not the vibrating part. That's new. Maybe it'll help.

[youngestrose]

Maybe. I hope so. That's what I really want to give to you, dearest. Peace. And a good night's sleep.

[prodigalmess]

[ He leans over and places a soft kiss on her lips. ]

I'm not sure if you'll ever be able to give me that, but I love you for wanting to.

[youngestrose]

[This feels like a good stopping point, agreed?]

[prodigalmess]

[ Yep! ]