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( charles and anna going to an event that requires formal attire. )
first and foremost, let it be said that charles never has and never will enjoy the lengths to which s.h.i.e.l.d. goes to secure information. present situation included. he knows objectively why the director had called on him: a childhood of high status and a position as one of the world’s most well-known wealthy philanthropists and telepaths. subjectively, charles is disgruntled. it’s not that he doesn’t enjoy miss howard’s company, because he truly does, but the eyes that follow them as they meander throughout the ballroom are less than welcome. and if charles whispers the suggestion to pliant minds to turn away, no one is the wiser.
❝ it seems as though we are attracting the intended attention. it must be due to your splendid dress, darling. ❞