[Oh, the volumes upon volumes these two could discuss on the topic of sons carrying the burdens left behind by their fathers — but alas, it's a discussion that is never to be, or at least not during this particular elevator ride.
When it becomes clear that the other man isn't going to resist his assessment, however, something in Rufus's demeanor smooths out and settles; with the dynamic between them more firmly solidified, he takes a slight step backwards to make more room in the elevator before motioning idly towards the new space he's just vacated.]
Penance begins on one's knees, doesn't it? So why don't you start with that.
[If the hoot out of Judgmental John is any indication, it's a very good start indeed.]
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When it becomes clear that the other man isn't going to resist his assessment, however, something in Rufus's demeanor smooths out and settles; with the dynamic between them more firmly solidified, he takes a slight step backwards to make more room in the elevator before motioning idly towards the new space he's just vacated.]
Penance begins on one's knees, doesn't it? So why don't you start with that.
[If the hoot out of Judgmental John is any indication, it's a very good start indeed.]