Yes, of course! That's why I went ahead and stole your shampoo for this. [ Maybe 'stole' is a big word, really.. It's not like you have to be all that sneaky around Gorgug in the first place when the guy doesn't notice most things. But Fabian has a flair for the dramatic, as always.
And surely the shampoo is important to Gorgug, right? Surely it's something hand-picked, something he had tons of consideration for..
.. right? ]
I have three different kinds of shampoo I use-- and two kinds of conditioner. [ Maybe a little over the top, but Fabian says it like it's a normal thing - rinsing out the last bit of the shampoo with his fingers in Gorgug's hair before he puts the shower head away again. ] Honestly, you have no idea how long it took for me to find ones that work for me here. This place truly does not think of how much investment some of us have into our hair care!
[ Fabian stole his shampoo?! He never noticed...! And for a second, Gorgug wonders if he should have, scrambling for when the last time he saw his shampoo was -- ...which was last night. He doesn't exactly keep an eye on it regular.
Fabian is so sneaky.
And some of that awe might be staying with Gorgug the longer he listens, even to Fabian's haircare. Honestly, he knows some people love to take their time in a bath or shower, but: ]
You wash your hair five times?
[ Wow...bro... three shampoos and two conditioners.... all at once! ]
That's dedication. [ ...
He wishes he could reach over and feel Fabian's hair right now... ]
[ There's an affirmative hum after Gorgug asks that question. Yes, bro. Five times. Imagine that. At least it might explain why it sometimes seems like Fabian takes forever in the shower-- here, at least. It wasn't as much of a problem post Owlbears practice, considering it's not like he did his hair that much while showering with the team.. ]
Well, you need dedication to be beautiful.
[ And so humble, apparently. Fabian didn't even hesitate to say that.. He's a beautiful boy, alright.. ]
I want to make sure I look good! And my hair is a big part of it. [ He brushes his own fingers through Gorgug's hair a few more times, before adding: ] There, I'm done with this.
[ W-Woah, Gorgug. Do you hear that? Maybe this is a chance to touch Fabian's hair. Y-You should just turn around and touch it, bro... He's right there.. ]
[ He could turn around and touch Fabian's hair, but he's also being a good boyfriend who sits where he's told to and doesn't make any sudden moves in case Fabian has a next plan to enact. What Gorgug does, then, is touch his own hair when Fabian says that it's done. ... which, it just feels wet than the potentially magical sensation he was kinda hoping to feel following this talk about fabulous hair.
His brain is chugging to turn those gears, though. If he's going to wash Fabian's hair...
He turns his head around to look back at him. ]
Are you going to make me wash your hair five times?
[ Fabian bursts out into laughter. Look, washing your hair that many times isn't funny to him, considering he just does it-- it's just the way Gorgug says it. And the timing he says it with. Of all things he could say, that is what Gorgug is going for.
It's not a long laugh or anything, but it's definitely pretty hearty, Fabian shaking his head after when he speaks. ]
You're saying it as if I'd be punishing you!
[ He could be helpful and say Gorgug doesn't have to.
[ Bro!!! Maybe you are! Because if Fabian's going to make Gorgug wash his hair five times-- ]
You have to wash my hair five times if you do.
[ It's not about it being punishment! (It might feel like punishment in the moment.) It's about the equal exchange, and right now, with Gorgug looking at Fabian with a slight crinkle to the brow, like he's here to point out what really matters: ]
You've only washed it once.
[ So? So?? Doesn't that mean there's five more times to go?
(Does Gorgug want his hair washed five times? If that's what the rules are to this. If this is what bath time with Fabian is going to be about!) ]
That's a pretty easy answer, huh. Fabian doesn't even look all that bothered? Maybe he's enjoying these little hair care moments with Gorgug. There's a reason he went for this when he thought of a romantic date idea for them, after all. He wouldn't be doing any of this if he didn't like doing it with the other.
Even with Gorgug turned to look at him, Fabian reaches out, a hand lightly touching Gorgug's wet hair, tugging at a strand of it. ]
Though.. are you sure doing that five times is good for your hair? [ Gorgug, surely you know what is and isn't good for your specific hair type, right? This is something you have thoroughly looked into, right??? ]
[ Gorgug was confused by the idea of washing your hair five times, and he's no less confused about why his hair can't be washed five times! But with Fabian saying that, touching at his hair-- ]
Why not? Is your hair that different? [ Sure, the texture looks different, and he now reaches out to touch at Fabian's hair to confirm it with his fingers. Just some above his forehead... pat pat... ]
How can you tell how many times you should wash your hair? Can you tell it with mine?
[ And now he's going to feel some of his own hair in his other hand...! ]
[ Pat pat goes Gorgug's hand.. And it probably does feel pretty different from the way Gorgug is used to his own hair feeling! It's not unrecognizable as hair, but Fabian does have quite some black hair texture in there from his dad's side of the family.
He just sits there, letting Gorgug go pat pat. In fact, Fabian speaks up as if there's nothing abnormal going on here, answering the other's question. ]
I'm not sure? It's something I had to experiment with. [ Which, thankfully, is not much of a problem when you have infinite money to spend.. It's kind of why Fabian is saying it in that 'it's a banana, how much could it possibly cost' kind of way right now. Like experimenting with your hair is totally normal and everyone does it. ]
If you try out things, then you find out what works for you! I mean, you've thought about your hair too, right? After all, you've kept that streak in there all this time! [ Does Fabian know it's not exactly natural? Sure. But surely dye would work on it? Maybe? Fabian thought Gorgug likes it aesthetically! ]
[ What's abnormal about feeling a bro's hair? Nothing, Fabian! Nothing!!
And Gorgug is paying attention now. He drops his hand as Fabian explains his little adventure with hair care, a process that Gorgug never considered beyond shampoo and conditioner. And more often than not, he forgets the conditioner.
But at mention of his hair streak, he does pat at it, as if he needs to confirm to himself it's still there. And you know? When Fabian words it like that, it is try that he's thought about his own hair: like how his fringe would look if he cut it. And he's fairly sure he has horror photos of that as a kid. ]
Do you like it? [ He's looking at Fabian, curious if he mentioned his fringe at all because of that, but also admitting, ] I did think it made me look cool.
Yeah, I think it looks cool. It's practically a battle scar.
[ .. Practically. It's obvious not on skin or anything, but it is because of something that happened to Gorgug while in battle, so clearly it counts. Especially to someone like Fabian, who has definitely been taught since he was little to care about these sorts of things.
It's why his reaction seems very genuine - a grin on his face that's more excited than cocky - as he says: ] That makes it so much cooler. If people are curious, you can tell them the story. Then you're going to sound really tough.
[ Not that Gorgug might need it as someone who sometimes carries around a huge heavy axe.
But as far as Fabian is concerned, the more you can brag, the better. And doesn't Gorgug deserve to brag? Doesn't he deserve a little treat? ]
[ Wow, a battle scar but for hair... it is like a battle scar, when Fabian puts it like that. He's so smart? There's definitely a lift in Gorgug's brows as he considers that galaxy brain take, bringing his hand down finally from messing with the aged out hair, but also listening enough to what Fabian says to understand he should-- tell the story of how he got it?
Gorgug thinks about it for a second or so, but only that. ]
I was in an arcade and a ghost spooked my hair white. [ Oh. ] I got stuck in an arcade machine. Ghosts kept putting us in arcade machines.
[ Does that sound tough? Does that sound hot? He's looking at Fabian as if seeking his approval, despite relaying the tale in his mild-mannered way that lacks bravado or bragging. Did he do good, bro? Are you impressed?? ]
[ It's a good thing Fabian likes you, Gorgug. Because this might just be the worst battle scar story he's ever seen anyone tell. Ever. And Fabian has sat through a whole lot of those, given what his papa is like, let alone the rest of his crew!
But they're still nice and cozy in bath, so it's forgivable. If anything, this is clearly a teaching opportunity. ] Come on, Gorgug!
[ Fabian shifts a little, sitting more upright in the bath. ]
No one is going to care if you put it like that! Even if it's the true facts-- You have to add in some drama with the way you tell it! You need to make yourself sound incredibly cool! [ He shakes his head. ] It's a good thing that you have an expert like me to teach you!
[ Fabian sure has a lot of feelings about this. And Gorgug does want to learn to sound more appealing in some ways, to sound tough, but he also wonders if this is the kind of lesson he should learn? He thinks about it, putting an arm on the side of the bath so he can stay half-turned more comfortable. ]
What if I sound too cool? [ You know... ] Should I be trying to impress other people when I'm dating you?
[ Wouldn't that look bad!? Maybe his mind shouldn't go there, but he can't help but think so. ]
But their conversation very early on - as dumb as it had been back then - made it clear that Gorgug got kind of upset at the idea of Fabian kissing other people. So Fabian in turn doubts that Gorgug is really interested in kissing people other than him either, so..
No harm in him trying to impress people if it wouldn't be flirting, right?
Hence why Fabian shrugs, rather than get all dramatic. (Or more dramatic than he was already being, let's be real.) ]
Why not? I would like to brag about my boyfriend. [ .. a slight pause, a gesture of his hand, and then-- ] Well, I already am, of course.
[ It's Fabian. Of course he would be. ]
But it would be nice if other people already knew how great you were before I would have to inform them. [ Another slight pause, though this time to think rather than for dramatic effect. ] Someone called you a cutie to me, you know.
[ Which isn't really.. the same thing as cool.. But, you know, got to take what you can get. ]
[ Fabian's bragging about him? He is? That gets a raise of Gorgug's eyes, curious about what he's been saying, but also trying to wonder if he's been bragging about Fabian (should he start? This means he should start if he hasn't been, right). But Fabian's more focused about Gorgug's tales of cool, and how someone once called him a cutie.
... ]
Were they cutie?
[ Were they cutie, Fabian. This is so important! ]
[ Record scratch. Or rather, there's a tiny splashing sound as Fabian suddenly turns in the water, like he's having to do a double take at that unexpected question. Gorgug always manages to think of the strangest things at the stories Fabian tells him.. ]
I mean-- She's hot, yes?
[ He's saying this is in a pretty casual way though, indicating Fabian probably thinks that she's very objectively hot.. Like he can say this so easily because he feels like anyone would agree with him on this one. ]
Is that important?
[ One can hear so many question marks in his voice right now. ]
[ She's hot? Wow, she's hot, even! Gorgug's smiling at this good news--because how couldn't this be good news? Surely Fabian will understand as he answers, ]
Hot girls can like cute guys.
[ Bro, he's in there! He's a cutie! What's the downside there? It's like for once, Gorgug isn't the most confused individual in a room. ]
[ A louder splash now, because Fabian is fully moving so he can be right in front of Gorgug. Face him. Eye to eye. From pretty close up, even. It's not like he's pressed up against Gorgug, but he's pretty close to it, and the look in Fabian's eye is so serious. ]
Bro. Gorgug.
[ W-Woah, bro and his name! That means it's serious! ]
There is buffering going on in Gorgug's eyes, like he's not sure what the problem is and he's trying to rewind in real time to recognise--where he went wrong in the conversation? That he thought he was proving how being a cutie can be a good thing? But it's not because-- because Fabian is saying it's not good to be a cutie to a hot person, but not in the way that was initially a problem.
...
He lifts his arms up off his legs, wrapping his hands around the back of Fabian's neck. ]
You're so enough, dude, I wanna make out with you.
[ He's trying to give back the same serious energy. ]
[ There's a moment where Fabian definitely looks taken aback by Gorgug's reaction - though it does seem to register as a Gorgugism with him fairly soon after, dropping the surprise to be replaced by something that seems a little bit more pleased.
He is getting a compliment here, after all. Even if it comes in the form of a Gorgugism. Fabian will take it regardless. ]
You want to make out with me more than with the hot girl?
[ .. though that doesn't mean he can't drag it out a little further, right?? ]
[ The claim that Gorgug doesn't know any hot girls is likely an exaggeration in the moment - and even Fabian of all people knows that.
But it's fine right now. Because it's also clear that the other's words are meant to please Fabian, and in that regard they absolutely hit their target right on. Fabian practically looks like he's preening as Gorgug - indirectly - calls him a hot guy and then asks if he can kiss him. ]
I suppose I'll have to allow it if you're asking so nicely.
[ Maybe Fabian should lean in to allow the kiss to happen, but instead he's staying still. Like he wants Gorgug to go for it under these circumstances. Waiting expectantly. ]
[ Right now, Gorgug only knows a hot guy. A hot guy that he might be worried about upset (and not hearing the end of it), but still: Fabian's a hot guy, and Gorgug's never thought otherwise, physically.
But it doesn't matter that Fabian doesn't lean in. Gorgug takes that move, inching his waist forward and bringing his face in close, his kissing isn't fast, but he doesn't take it too slow, a single press to the lips before he'll try - with permission - to move in deeper, going for a proper make out. This might be about him appeasing Fabian, wanting him to believe him, but that doesn't make his feelings true: Fabian is the hot guy, and he's the one he's with.
Gorgug doesn't care what other people think about him, but he does care about making Fabian happy.
When he brings his mouth away, still keeping their lips close, he thinks to mention: ]
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And surely the shampoo is important to Gorgug, right? Surely it's something hand-picked, something he had tons of consideration for..
.. right? ]
I have three different kinds of shampoo I use-- and two kinds of conditioner. [ Maybe a little over the top, but Fabian says it like it's a normal thing - rinsing out the last bit of the shampoo with his fingers in Gorgug's hair before he puts the shower head away again. ] Honestly, you have no idea how long it took for me to find ones that work for me here. This place truly does not think of how much investment some of us have into our hair care!
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Fabian is so sneaky.
And some of that awe might be staying with Gorgug the longer he listens, even to Fabian's haircare. Honestly, he knows some people love to take their time in a bath or shower, but: ]
You wash your hair five times?
[ Wow...bro... three shampoos and two conditioners.... all at once! ]
That's dedication. [ ...
He wishes he could reach over and feel Fabian's hair right now... ]
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Well, you need dedication to be beautiful.
[ And so humble, apparently. Fabian didn't even hesitate to say that.. He's a beautiful boy, alright.. ]
I want to make sure I look good! And my hair is a big part of it. [ He brushes his own fingers through Gorgug's hair a few more times, before adding: ] There, I'm done with this.
[ W-Woah, Gorgug. Do you hear that? Maybe this is a chance to touch Fabian's hair. Y-You should just turn around and touch it, bro... He's right there.. ]
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His brain is chugging to turn those gears, though. If he's going to wash Fabian's hair...
He turns his head around to look back at him. ]
Are you going to make me wash your hair five times?
[ Bro?
Bro?? ]
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It's not a long laugh or anything, but it's definitely pretty hearty, Fabian shaking his head after when he speaks. ]
You're saying it as if I'd be punishing you!
[ He could be helpful and say Gorgug doesn't have to.
But he'd like to point this out first, thanks. ]
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You have to wash my hair five times if you do.
[ It's not about it being punishment! (It might feel like punishment in the moment.) It's about the equal exchange, and right now, with Gorgug looking at Fabian with a slight crinkle to the brow, like he's here to point out what really matters: ]
You've only washed it once.
[ So? So?? Doesn't that mean there's five more times to go?
(Does Gorgug want his hair washed five times? If that's what the rules are to this. If this is what bath time with Fabian is going to be about!) ]
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[ ...
That's a pretty easy answer, huh. Fabian doesn't even look all that bothered? Maybe he's enjoying these little hair care moments with Gorgug. There's a reason he went for this when he thought of a romantic date idea for them, after all. He wouldn't be doing any of this if he didn't like doing it with the other.
Even with Gorgug turned to look at him, Fabian reaches out, a hand lightly touching Gorgug's wet hair, tugging at a strand of it. ]
Though.. are you sure doing that five times is good for your hair? [ Gorgug, surely you know what is and isn't good for your specific hair type, right? This is something you have thoroughly looked into, right??? ]
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Why not? Is your hair that different? [ Sure, the texture looks different, and he now reaches out to touch at Fabian's hair to confirm it with his fingers. Just some above his forehead... pat pat... ]
How can you tell how many times you should wash your hair? Can you tell it with mine?
[ And now he's going to feel some of his own hair in his other hand...! ]
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He just sits there, letting Gorgug go pat pat. In fact, Fabian speaks up as if there's nothing abnormal going on here, answering the other's question. ]
I'm not sure? It's something I had to experiment with. [ Which, thankfully, is not much of a problem when you have infinite money to spend.. It's kind of why Fabian is saying it in that 'it's a banana, how much could it possibly cost' kind of way right now. Like experimenting with your hair is totally normal and everyone does it. ]
If you try out things, then you find out what works for you! I mean, you've thought about your hair too, right? After all, you've kept that streak in there all this time! [ Does Fabian know it's not exactly natural? Sure. But surely dye would work on it? Maybe? Fabian thought Gorgug likes it aesthetically! ]
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And Gorgug is paying attention now. He drops his hand as Fabian explains his little adventure with hair care, a process that Gorgug never considered beyond shampoo and conditioner. And more often than not, he forgets the conditioner.
But at mention of his hair streak, he does pat at it, as if he needs to confirm to himself it's still there. And you know? When Fabian words it like that, it is try that he's thought about his own hair: like how his fringe would look if he cut it. And he's fairly sure he has horror photos of that as a kid. ]
Do you like it? [ He's looking at Fabian, curious if he mentioned his fringe at all because of that, but also admitting, ] I did think it made me look cool.
[ He likes it too.... ]
My hair there doesn't colour anymore.
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[ .. Practically. It's obvious not on skin or anything, but it is because of something that happened to Gorgug while in battle, so clearly it counts. Especially to someone like Fabian, who has definitely been taught since he was little to care about these sorts of things.
It's why his reaction seems very genuine - a grin on his face that's more excited than cocky - as he says: ] That makes it so much cooler. If people are curious, you can tell them the story. Then you're going to sound really tough.
[ Not that Gorgug might need it as someone who sometimes carries around a huge heavy axe.
But as far as Fabian is concerned, the more you can brag, the better. And doesn't Gorgug deserve to brag? Doesn't he deserve a little treat? ]
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Gorgug thinks about it for a second or so, but only that. ]
I was in an arcade and a ghost spooked my hair white. [ Oh. ] I got stuck in an arcade machine. Ghosts kept putting us in arcade machines.
[ Does that sound tough? Does that sound hot? He's looking at Fabian as if seeking his approval, despite relaying the tale in his mild-mannered way that lacks bravado or bragging. Did he do good, bro? Are you impressed?? ]
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But they're still nice and cozy in bath, so it's forgivable. If anything, this is clearly a teaching opportunity. ] Come on, Gorgug!
[ Fabian shifts a little, sitting more upright in the bath. ]
No one is going to care if you put it like that! Even if it's the true facts-- You have to add in some drama with the way you tell it! You need to make yourself sound incredibly cool! [ He shakes his head. ] It's a good thing that you have an expert like me to teach you!
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What if I sound too cool? [ You know... ] Should I be trying to impress other people when I'm dating you?
[ Wouldn't that look bad!? Maybe his mind shouldn't go there, but he can't help but think so. ]
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But their conversation very early on - as dumb as it had been back then - made it clear that Gorgug got kind of upset at the idea of Fabian kissing other people. So Fabian in turn doubts that Gorgug is really interested in kissing people other than him either, so..
No harm in him trying to impress people if it wouldn't be flirting, right?
Hence why Fabian shrugs, rather than get all dramatic. (Or more dramatic than he was already being, let's be real.) ]
Why not? I would like to brag about my boyfriend. [ .. a slight pause, a gesture of his hand, and then-- ] Well, I already am, of course.
[ It's Fabian. Of course he would be. ]
But it would be nice if other people already knew how great you were before I would have to inform them. [ Another slight pause, though this time to think rather than for dramatic effect. ] Someone called you a cutie to me, you know.
[ Which isn't really.. the same thing as cool.. But, you know, got to take what you can get. ]
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... ]
Were they cutie?
[ Were they cutie, Fabian. This is so important! ]
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[ Record scratch. Or rather, there's a tiny splashing sound as Fabian suddenly turns in the water, like he's having to do a double take at that unexpected question. Gorgug always manages to think of the strangest things at the stories Fabian tells him.. ]
I mean-- She's hot, yes?
[ He's saying this is in a pretty casual way though, indicating Fabian probably thinks that she's very objectively hot.. Like he can say this so easily because he feels like anyone would agree with him on this one. ]
Is that important?
[ One can hear so many question marks in his voice right now. ]
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Hot girls can like cute guys.
[ Bro, he's in there! He's a cutie! What's the downside there? It's like for once, Gorgug isn't the most confused individual in a room. ]
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Bro. Gorgug.
[ W-Woah, bro and his name! That means it's serious! ]
Am I not enough for you?
[ And on Valentine's Day???? ]
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????
??????????????
There is buffering going on in Gorgug's eyes, like he's not sure what the problem is and he's trying to rewind in real time to recognise--where he went wrong in the conversation? That he thought he was proving how being a cutie can be a good thing? But it's not because-- because Fabian is saying it's not good to be a cutie to a hot person, but not in the way that was initially a problem.
...
He lifts his arms up off his legs, wrapping his hands around the back of Fabian's neck. ]
You're so enough, dude, I wanna make out with you.
[ He's trying to give back the same serious energy. ]
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He is getting a compliment here, after all. Even if it comes in the form of a Gorgugism. Fabian will take it regardless. ]
You want to make out with me more than with the hot girl?
[ .. though that doesn't mean he can't drag it out a little further, right?? ]
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I don't know any hot girls. I just know one hot guy.
[ He pauses, his gaze on Fabian like he's waiting to be told he's a good boy. Do you believe him? Do you know who that guy is? ]
Can I kiss him?
[ P-permission, please? ]
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But it's fine right now. Because it's also clear that the other's words are meant to please Fabian, and in that regard they absolutely hit their target right on. Fabian practically looks like he's preening as Gorgug - indirectly - calls him a hot guy and then asks if he can kiss him. ]
I suppose I'll have to allow it if you're asking so nicely.
[ Maybe Fabian should lean in to allow the kiss to happen, but instead he's staying still. Like he wants Gorgug to go for it under these circumstances. Waiting expectantly. ]
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But it doesn't matter that Fabian doesn't lean in. Gorgug takes that move, inching his waist forward and bringing his face in close, his kissing isn't fast, but he doesn't take it too slow, a single press to the lips before he'll try - with permission - to move in deeper, going for a proper make out. This might be about him appeasing Fabian, wanting him to believe him, but that doesn't make his feelings true: Fabian is the hot guy, and he's the one he's with.
Gorgug doesn't care what other people think about him, but he does care about making Fabian happy.
When he brings his mouth away, still keeping their lips close, he thinks to mention: ]
It was you. You were the hot guy.
[ Just so you know, Fabian. ]