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[osreborn]

[ He looks vaguely like he's gotten bad news, though it doesn't show in his voice. And it's only brief, because then he's got his usual affected calmness going on, smiling for the camera, a lighter and a barely visible pack of cigarettes at the very corner of the frame. ]

I hope everyone had a good holiday. Those of you who haven't experienced an Independence Day before this one: what did you think? Simply curious, of course -- it's such an American staple I'm sure a lot of the American citizens here can feel reassured that some things don't change. But to others, it must be a rather fascinating, if not inspiring, new experience.

Mm. Anyway, I wanted to mention that as of yesterday, I'm stepping back in as Director of the Avengers. Victoria Hand has done a wonderful job, but it was always going to be temporary. Beyond that, the structure of the team won't be changing, just the leadership back to how it was. And no, it isn't because of the Fourth, that's just a funny little coincidence. Though, Victoria, I'd like you to go about arranging what we discussed -- soon, please.

[ He looks -- subtly -- troubled, idly playing with a golden bang on his ring finger for a very brief moment. ]

I suppose that's everything. Good night.

[ ENCRYPTED to Desire ]

Delirium's gone.

Did you do this?

Comments

[osreborn]

I wasn't on vacation, Stark. What has you so angry?

[liverletdie]

Angry? Me? What gives you that idea? I'm perfectly content, but I'm sure you don't want me to give you a full rundown on how great things are for me.

[osreborn]

No, I'm not particularly interested.

[liverletdie]

See? I didn't think so.

[osreborn]

Not everyone is interested in the highs and lows of your life, Stark. Take your ego somewhere else.

hey there sexy scarface

[liverletdie]

I didn't even bring it up! In fact, I was asking about you. I think it's a sign of goodwill, don't you?

[osreborn]

You did and you weren't, actually.

[liverletdie]

You were the one who asked why I was angry. Are you that senile already?

[osreborn]

Are you really that moronic? If you're going to whine and moan every time I say anything, I see no point in continuing conversation with you at all. I asked why you were angry because you're continually rude and childish, Stark. But that's just how you are, I forgot. No, you didn't ask about me, and I really don't have time for these petty games of yours time and time again.

[liverletdie]

I was just attempting to be civil! What a shame we couldn't have a pleasant conversation, but perhaps I should have known better if you were so distressed.

[osreborn]

[ Disconnects!! ]