Video † Regrets

[thebutler_epic]

[Sebastian appeared on the screen of the Dreamberry, illuminated by the light of a candle. He is standing outside a door in the hallway of the Phantomhive mansion. He bows solemnly in greeting, as much as he can while supporting the phone]

Good evening.

I'm afraid I must send my regrets, on behalf of my young Master. I know he has a number of outstanding engagements at present. Unfortunately, he shall not be able to attend.

Please accept my humble apologies. You may direct any responses or inquiries through me.

I will be sure to relay them to my Master. [Chuckle]

I bid you a good evening.

[Click]

Comments

[thebutler-epic.livejournal.com]

And why do you think you're unworthy of a polite greeting?

[mistrustbeauty.livejournal.com]

Isn't bowing excessively polite? I've always thought of bowing as something one did to royalty, and I'm pretty glad I'm not that.

[thebutler-epic.livejournal.com]

Oh, no. Bowing is fairly commonplace. It's simple respect towards any guest, and quite natural according to Phantomhive hospitality.

[mistrustbeauty.livejournal.com]

Oh... well, I'm not used to it, but-- thanks.

[and she attempts a bow in return, only much more awkward-looking, but she tried.]

[thebutler-epic.livejournal.com]

You are not familiar with my Lord then, madame?

[mistrustbeauty.livejournal.com]

I can't say that I am.

[thebutler-epic.livejournal.com]

That's unfortunate.

But then, he doesn't go out often.

[mistrustbeauty.livejournal.com]

Should I know him? What's he like?

[thebutler-epic.livejournal.com]

Would you like to come to tea, when he is well?