[ For the duration of the explanation, Oswald was relatively quiet short of the occasional affirmation that he was still listening or giving a brief comment to urge the young man to continue. He kept his face trained to show little indication of his thoughts, but his expression was most definitely an attentive one. Finally, when all was said and done he nodded, eyes lowered just a moment as if he actually had to deal with some kind of negative emotions regarding the situation. He didn't. There was an angle to this, he was sure, he just didn't know what. Even if it was just to gain his trust or something similar for the future, it was still an angle. So he'd play along.
But he'd definitely do some digging later. ]
That's not at all what I was expecting, I admit. [ Oswald looked up to Jaune again, and the concern that played upon his face came across like he was trying to at least partially conceal it. ] So you think her intent is to gain leverage through blackmail? [ What a shame. How upsetting. Too bad, so sad. ] The stake of my reputation can't be the only reason you made me aware of this, as grateful as I am that you would share such personal information. You want me to do something about this, correct?
Out of curiosity, what was it that you were expecting? [He furrows his brows, playing the part of the somewhat sheltered, but interested hero.] Honestly? I don't know. That's the simplest answer, and you know what they say about simple answers. What I do know is it's unfair to Weiss.
I don't care what happens to me. [For once, he wishes he was lying.] But Weiss doesn't deserve this. [He adamantly shakes his head.] No. Not yet. If Grell finds out, she'll either get scared or retaliate. I'm betting on the latter. I just want you to be aware. Nothing wrong with being a little cautious.
Well, any of it to be completely candid with you. Perhaps my standards were too high. [ He smiled just a bit, but it was halfhearted. They were both playing a game at this point. ] As you stated yourself those in politics do often bend the truth, but to this degree is quite upsetting. [ And then the smile was gone. ] Unjust seems a more fitting word than unfair.
[ Oswald nodded to himself, taking a moment before answering. ] Then she won't hear a word of it. Consider this safe between the two of us. Even though I'm not in the same position as Miss Schnee, please know you can inform me at any time if I can do anything at all for her. Discreetly, of course. Being cautious would be best for you as well.
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But he'd definitely do some digging later. ]
That's not at all what I was expecting, I admit. [ Oswald looked up to Jaune again, and the concern that played upon his face came across like he was trying to at least partially conceal it. ] So you think her intent is to gain leverage through blackmail? [ What a shame. How upsetting. Too bad, so sad. ] The stake of my reputation can't be the only reason you made me aware of this, as grateful as I am that you would share such personal information. You want me to do something about this, correct?
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I don't care what happens to me. [For once, he wishes he was lying.] But Weiss doesn't deserve this. [He adamantly shakes his head.] No. Not yet. If Grell finds out, she'll either get scared or retaliate. I'm betting on the latter. I just want you to be aware. Nothing wrong with being a little cautious.
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[ Oswald nodded to himself, taking a moment before answering. ] Then she won't hear a word of it. Consider this safe between the two of us. Even though I'm not in the same position as Miss Schnee, please know you can inform me at any time if I can do anything at all for her. Discreetly, of course. Being cautious would be best for you as well.