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[ He has a sophisticated palate, sue him. They both know that as much as he outwardly complains about it, he does have an affinity for Ferelden beer- which he will deny to the grave. ]

Which has worked in her favor. [ He sounds distracted, immersing in the story again now that he is nearing the conclusion. ]

[ Oh, he knows, but he's not going to call him out on it unless it's necessary. Whatever "necessary" situation would call for that. ]

Uh huh.

[ But he withholds any further comment, and instead lets the guy read while he enjoys this brandy. ]

[ Not too long after, Dorian closes the book with a pleased sigh as he hands it back over to Bull. ]

That was a satisfying read.

[ And Bull finishes off that glass of brandy. ]

And that was some satisfying brandy. [ he smiles as he takes his boss's book back. ]

She wrote a lot of books, I'll have to bring some more over. What did you think? Feisty, right, but in a really toned down way.

She was certainly that. I enjoyed her candor more than I anticipated. I'll admit, it was one of the more entertaining reads as of late.

[ Bull probably already knows the academic nature of his attention lately. ]

...have you even read any fiction recently?

Do you include books of magic from other worlds 'fiction'?

No, that's real to people.

Then no. [ Of course it's real, he's seen some of it in action. Hermione really was an amazing mage. ]

[ Bull shakes his head with a chuckle. ]

You work too much.

[ But he stands. ]

Thanks for the company, Dorian. I appreciate it.

[ Dorian can't help but laugh. ] A phrase I've not heard since I was an apprentice.

[ He stands as well, at the very least to see Bull out. ]

You're most welcome. You know where to find me should you need it again.