[ When it comes to Peter, boundaries are more like suggestions. He doesn't appreciate having his space invaded by people he doesn't like, of course, but if a friend decided to do that - Like Drax when he insisted on hugging him even after Peter told him it wasn't needed- he would just accept it rather than getting angry. Blue is more than welcome to initiate contact. ]
It must have slipped my mind. [ He didn't think it's that noteworthy because he's grown up around aliens of all different colors. Peter sometimes forgets that's not the case for everyone else. ]
Gamora might take a little to warm up to people, and she had a really terrible experiences before coming to the station, but she's a great friend to have. She knows about her, yes, we have lived with Mantis for years in the same ship. She can only use her powers when she's touching people, unlike you.
[ While it's true that Gamora is used to Mantis, Blue's a different kind of empath, and he probably needs a warning. Peter's overall demeanor is still showing happiness, but his tone of voice does advise caution. ]
She doesn't like being startled or touched out of the blue, and she's got mad reflexes and fancies swords. It's less that she's immediately angry with someone and more that it's been ingrained into her to be on the defensive. [ And at that, anger and regret flares from Peter, remembering what Thanos did to her and Nebula. He makes a conscious effort to calm down and focus on the present. ] BUT! No sudden touches and all will be all right.
[Blue nods in understanding. the conclusion seems a bit more hard-lined to him than to Peter:] Then, perhaps...she is someone I should avoid. Until she seeks me out herself.
And until she has been forewarned someone like me is here.
[he wouldn't want to startle her, but sometimes it seems impossible for him to not startle someone; it can be hard to know which things he picks up can be shrouded as human insight and not his senses picking up the things most expect to be hidden away.]
[ Blue, no. Peter's face falls a little, concerned about his words being misunderstood He can't blame Blue for being cautious, but he doesn't want to give him the wrong impression about his girlfriend either. ]
Ey, no, come on. She's not easily scared or scary herself, just on the side of serious, it's all.
[ Think about Peter, Blue. Then imagine his total opposite. That's Gamora. ]
Maybe talking with her through the network first could be a safer approach for both of you but don't overthink it. [ Peters gives Blue's shoulder a squeeze, smiling again. ] You're very likable, man.
Just opposite sin personality, not in morals! Gamora was the most honest of the Guardians from the start, pinky promise.
I'm sure you will. [ It's good to see that smile, Blue has a very nice one. Peter isn't expecting him to bow his head so politely, and he pauses for a moment before reaching out and ruffling the man's hair affectionately. ]
Eh, I'm just happy to know you enjoyed it. I'd better stop pestering you now, I'm sure you had plans for the day. But if you ever want more hugs, give me a call.
h-head pats? hair ruffles?! Blue bristles, shoulders drawing up and remaining that way for a beat after the fact while he looks up owlishly at Peter. nobody's subjected him to hair ruffles in at least 200 years! what the heck.
[ Hair ruffles are nice and peter might give him more unless Blue objects. He now looks more confused than displeased so he takes that as a good sign. Beside, Blue's a cutie, who wouldn't want to give him hair ruffles? ]
Good. I'll see you around the station, you know how to find me.
[ And with that, he's going to wave goo bye and leave Blue to do whatever he was doing before Peter interrupted him with the hug. ]
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It must have slipped my mind. [ He didn't think it's that noteworthy because he's grown up around aliens of all different colors. Peter sometimes forgets that's not the case for everyone else. ]
Gamora might take a little to warm up to people, and she had a really terrible experiences before coming to the station, but she's a great friend to have. She knows about her, yes, we have lived with Mantis for years in the same ship. She can only use her powers when she's touching people, unlike you.
[ While it's true that Gamora is used to Mantis, Blue's a different kind of empath, and he probably needs a warning. Peter's overall demeanor is still showing happiness, but his tone of voice does advise caution. ]
She doesn't like being startled or touched out of the blue, and she's got mad reflexes and fancies swords. It's less that she's immediately angry with someone and more that it's been ingrained into her to be on the defensive. [ And at that, anger and regret flares from Peter, remembering what Thanos did to her and Nebula. He makes a conscious effort to calm down and focus on the present. ] BUT! No sudden touches and all will be all right.
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And until she has been forewarned someone like me is here.
[he wouldn't want to startle her, but sometimes it seems impossible for him to not startle someone; it can be hard to know which things he picks up can be shrouded as human insight and not his senses picking up the things most expect to be hidden away.]
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Ey, no, come on. She's not easily scared or scary herself, just on the side of serious, it's all.
[ Think about Peter, Blue. Then imagine his total opposite. That's Gamora. ]
Maybe talking with her through the network first could be a safer approach for both of you but don't overthink it. [ Peters gives Blue's shoulder a squeeze, smiling again. ] You're very likable, man.
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I can try that. [if only to assuage Peter's concerns for his sake. he nods, exchanging the smile in a smaller fashion.] I will do my best.
Thank you...for sharing those feelings with me, Peter. [he bows his head.] It's a very good gift.
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I'm sure you will. [ It's good to see that smile, Blue has a very nice one. Peter isn't expecting him to bow his head so politely, and he pauses for a moment before reaching out and ruffling the man's hair affectionately. ]
Eh, I'm just happy to know you enjoyed it. I'd better stop pestering you now, I'm sure you had plans for the day. But if you ever want more hugs, give me a call.
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h-head pats? hair ruffles?! Blue bristles, shoulders drawing up and remaining that way for a beat after the fact while he looks up owlishly at Peter. nobody's subjected him to hair ruffles in at least 200 years! what the heck.
bewildered:] Of...of course, Peter.
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Good. I'll see you around the station, you know how to find me.
[ And with that, he's going to wave goo bye and leave Blue to do whatever he was doing before Peter interrupted him with the hug. ]