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–「 The routine of washing and ironing his own suit on a daily basis was frankly, getting stale. Now, this isn’t to say he didn’t enjoy the process of ironing. The electric, steaming iron was more than pleasant to utilize. But at this rate his favorite suit would fade, and he would not be deigned to be seen in the rags left in his closet by those scientists. He’d sooner use them for kindling a fire.」
「 A gentleman strolls by him, and Mordecai quirks a brow. His suit is well tailored, sharp. Cleanly printed pinstripes. He’d be remiss if he didn’t follow, and get at least get some information.」
“You look sharp,” –「 he comments, hoping that a stroke of the ego will help things slide along. This is how you keep a conversation light, isn’t it?」”Do you mind if I ask where you purchased it? Or somewhere you would recommend? The last shop I visited was just disgraceful.”
“I’m on a budget. Finding work has been a challenge.”