[ Over the years, he's become accustomed to people saying things and doing another. Or of the tones used to express themselves even if their faces cannot be seen. In this moment, he hears the grin, the note of pride in 701's voice. It's pleasing, because the answer is respectful as well. Not cocky.
Good, all good.
Though, even without looking, the silence suggests a change of mood. Hux is no Force user, but he could guess that the rift is weighing on the other. There's a discomfort; tension sitting in the space between. For now, he lets it lie until he's absolutely sure. Something to keep in mind for another time.
Because he's being gifted with the bite of information he really went looking for. A part of him crows with delight, though he keeps that off of his expression. To show his elation would be a breach of character and he has a certain reputation to control. ]
I understand your dedication to the First Order, but this is your choice, you understand. Is there something barring you from making it?
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Date: 2016-02-01 08:45 am (UTC)Good, all good.
Though, even without looking, the silence suggests a change of mood. Hux is no Force user, but he could guess that the rift is weighing on the other. There's a discomfort; tension sitting in the space between. For now, he lets it lie until he's absolutely sure. Something to keep in mind for another time.
Because he's being gifted with the bite of information he really went looking for. A part of him crows with delight, though he keeps that off of his expression. To show his elation would be a breach of character and he has a certain reputation to control. ]
I understand your dedication to the First Order, but this is your choice, you understand. Is there something barring you from making it?
[ Or someone. ]