What can I say? I've got a flair for the dramatic. [ Claude grins back at her, a little pleased that he's found a like mind in not being so easily swayed by the romantic. Sure, falling in love sounds great. Your one and only, your right arm, blah, blah, blah. But living and dying for another person?

Pass. He's seen the trouble that so-called true love can get you in. ]

I'm glad you agree, though. It just means you've got some common sense, [ he says, winking quickly at her. ] Falling in love so hard you die isn't the best plan. But it's a popular story for a reason. Everyone's always swooned over it. So, if you approve of my choice... how about you? What story have you got?