Hartley's trying not to think too much about what Cisco will or won't tell people about them. This is still their first date and he doesn't want to get ahead of himself or risk Cisco feeling pressured to come out as bi to his friends. He doesn't mind if anyone knows, but he also doesn't want to risk making things awkward or weird at STAR Labs, so as far as all of that is concerned, he's content to follow Cisco's lead. Which is something he never would have done in the past, but whatever. To his surprise, it's working out pretty well for him so far.
It's surprisingly nice being able to talk to someone about these things, even if what they're discussing seems inconsequential. Not only does Cisco actually seem interested, but he's also sharing things about himself as well. They're actually having a pleasant conversation without any sniping, dirty looks or passive-aggression, and it's actually quite refreshing. "Did you enjoy it, playing piano?" he asks, because really, that's all that matters. Hartley wouldn't mind hearing him play one of these days if piano is something Cisco's still interested. He'd obviously have to make some adjustments to his hearing aids first, but it would be worth it. Hartley has always had a great fondness for music.
"I have, actually. Once we vanquished that wanna-be dementor, I started focusing the majority of my attention and resources on my flute. Unfortunately, I've run into some... ethical roadblocks," he says, shrugging. It's actually quite complicated, and while he's certain that he can do a lot of good with the progress he's made so far, he's also aware that he's considering is both controversial and morally gray. It's a slippery slope, basically. "It kind of fits a little too well with the whole Pied Piper shtick," he hints.
But realizing how alarming that might sound, he decides a quick reassurance is in order. "Don't worry, I'm not planning on drowning city's rats." Oh wait, was that not the sketchy part of the legend? "...Or children."
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Date: 2016-07-12 01:14 am (UTC)It's surprisingly nice being able to talk to someone about these things, even if what they're discussing seems inconsequential. Not only does Cisco actually seem interested, but he's also sharing things about himself as well. They're actually having a pleasant conversation without any sniping, dirty looks or passive-aggression, and it's actually quite refreshing. "Did you enjoy it, playing piano?" he asks, because really, that's all that matters. Hartley wouldn't mind hearing him play one of these days if piano is something Cisco's still interested. He'd obviously have to make some adjustments to his hearing aids first, but it would be worth it. Hartley has always had a great fondness for music.
"I have, actually. Once we vanquished that wanna-be dementor, I started focusing the majority of my attention and resources on my flute. Unfortunately, I've run into some... ethical roadblocks," he says, shrugging. It's actually quite complicated, and while he's certain that he can do a lot of good with the progress he's made so far, he's also aware that he's considering is both controversial and morally gray. It's a slippery slope, basically. "It kind of fits a little too well with the whole Pied Piper shtick," he hints.
But realizing how alarming that might sound, he decides a quick reassurance is in order. "Don't worry, I'm not planning on drowning city's rats." Oh wait, was that not the sketchy part of the legend? "...Or children."