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[foulplayed]

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[ashenputtel]

Oh, yeah, they're real top-notch! Apparently they used to be the Healing Hands Spa, but then when this lady took it over, she changed the name to Moonstone. She talks a lot about how stupid the other one was.

Anyway, the whole reason I walked in at first is 'cause they were changing all the signs, and they looked like they were having some trouble lifting off the old ones, so I figured I'd help out. But then we got to talking, and one thing kinda led to another, you know?

Like I said, I'm kinda surprised they didn't think twice and change their minds, but...I dunno, who's to say she's not right about me? I'll never know until I try, and if it doesn't work out, then I'm right back where I was before I tried.

[foulplayed]

For a guy who loves showing off his assets, you really ought to give yourself a bit more credit in this. Now, don't take this as me going soft on you, but not everyone would have stopped to lend a hand just because they were passing by. That's a Balthus thing, through and through.

Someone who's already seen that you're kind, capable, and that you'll stick with a job through to the end? They'd be stupid to change their mind - and she doesn't sound stupid.

I'd say she's more right about you than you realise yourself.

[ashenputtel]

Aw, boss. You're definitely going soft, don't even try to weasel your way out of that one.

Listen, if you want to get in, I can probably make that happen. The little lady who does the scheduling is real nice and I bet I can get her to do me a favor.

[foulplayed]

Oh, I bet you could get her to do a lot more than a favour.

Anyway. If you can get me in, I'd be delighted to come check out my buddy's new workplace. I'm overdue a facial, so this works out perfectly.

[ashenputtel]

Hey, hold on, you know what they say about mixing business and pleasure, pal. I know I'm irresistible and all, but a job's not the time for messing around.

...Well, maybe not for a couple weeks, at least.

Let me know what time you want, and I'll see what I can get for you!

[foulplayed]

Ah, there he is: the  Balthus we know and love.

Next Monday? Earlier would be better, but I can try and be flexible if it's less hassle.

[ashenputtel]

Alright, just a second here.

...Yup, you're all set. You're in with Beryl at 10:30 AM. I'll warn you that she's pretty chatty when she works on people but I think that's just because she's on her way to getting out of a bad relationship and that's how she blows off steam about it.

[foulplayed]

Alright,
thanks for the warning. I'll keep that in mind.

So, how much will this set me back? I've still got some Currents left over from my Balthus fund - it seems kind of appropriate to spend them in your new workplace.

[ashenputtel]

Sure, you're making me look good anyway. I'm not just bringing in new business, I'm bringing in YOU.

And it depends on how fancy you want to get, I think. They go from about sixty currents to something like three hundred and fifty, and Belinda upcharges the rich regulars another fifteen percent 'cause they'll pay it.

...Oh, but I probably wasn't supposed to tell you that. But you can keep a secret, huh?

[Damn, he likes Belinda, though.]

Anyway, you're a first-timer and you're coming in because of me, so figure it'll be whatever you pick, and then take about thirty percent off of that.

[foulplayed]

... I like the sound of Belinda. Seems like you're gonna fit right in.

And hey, with a discount that good I might stick around and see if someone can do my nails for me too. I could use a change.

Pick a colour for me?

[ashenputtel]

Aw, c'mon, you know I'm not good at stuff like that...

Uh, silver, maybe? Is silver a good color for nails?

[foulplayed]

I suppose we'll find out soon enough.

[ashenputtel]

It goes with all the other colors you like, I figure. So you can wear whatever you want, and they'll match. Right?

[foulplayed]

Right - but I get the feeling you're overthinking it a little bit. It's only temporary, so it's not that big a deal if it doesn't work out.

[ashenputtel]

Hmmmm. That's true — and anyway, you make anything look good, so you're right, it probably won't be a problem.