[Again Benedict held a sigh back as the other man's restlessness diverted his attention. The noises that Lan Wangji made weren't particularly loud but in the quiet morning hours, and considering the barest nature of the sound of his work, the man might well as have started a roaring avalanche.
Still, Benedict ignored it all and concentrated as best he could.
He almost lost his place as the next question dropped and Benedict almost dropped his lockpicks out of frustration. He received a gentle chiding from his Companion for the disgruntled thoughts.]
You could say that. [Benedict allowed, speaking mildly. He could, at least, recognize that Lan Wangji was trying not to be rude. He just wasn't particularly good at it or so it would seem.] It helps out with investigations. Especially suspected murder cases. I don't... I don't do anything out of malice. I just want to help solve cases and deliver the truth to whoever needs it.
And sometimes...I can slay their demons while I'm there.
[Another click from the lock and Benedict shifted his position slightly, eager with only one more tumbler to go he suspected.]
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Still, Benedict ignored it all and concentrated as best he could.
He almost lost his place as the next question dropped and Benedict almost dropped his lockpicks out of frustration. He received a gentle chiding from his Companion for the disgruntled thoughts.]
You could say that. [Benedict allowed, speaking mildly. He could, at least, recognize that Lan Wangji was trying not to be rude. He just wasn't particularly good at it or so it would seem.] It helps out with investigations. Especially suspected murder cases. I don't... I don't do anything out of malice. I just want to help solve cases and deliver the truth to whoever needs it.
And sometimes...I can slay their demons while I'm there.
[Another click from the lock and Benedict shifted his position slightly, eager with only one more tumbler to go he suspected.]