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Well. That was certainly an interesting holiday.

I still don't see why any of you got me gifts (those that weren't immature jokes, that is). I don't celebrate the holiday, and besides- were you really expecting anything in return?

{LOCKED TO TY LEE}

I have something for you. I'll give it to you the next time I see you, I suppose.

{/LOCKED TO TY LEE}

{LOCKED TO MAI}

...

I'm having something delivered to your house. Call it an act of diplomacy.

{/LOCKED TO MAI}

OOC: Yue, I'll still finish that thread in the party post if you want, but I'm setting this entry to take place after that. <3

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I think the point is giving without expecting anything in return.

Why?

Because as soon as you expect retribution, it ceases to be a gift and becomes a transaction.

I realize that. What I meant was, why would someone give something to me without expecting something back?

Ah, well.

I suppose giving things to others makes people feel like they did something good, which in turn makes them feel good about themselves as people.

Ah, so it's for selfish reasons. I suppose that makes more sense.

I suppose you could see it that way.

I'm sure they all thought that they were doing such a good deed, buying gifts for the poor, friendless Princess Azula.

How pathetic and misguided.

...I, er, don't think most people really think it through that far.

Well, they're certainly not doing it because they like me. The selfish explanation is the most logical.

Why are you so sure they don't like you?

...if I may ask.

Because I am not a likable person, personality-wise.

You could say that neither am I.

People's tastes wary for a reason.

You wouldn't like me.

Why not, exactly?

Ask around.

...I think I'd rather not be seen as someone who enjoys gossip. If I can help it.

The majority of what you would hear would not be gossip.

...Well, if you say so. But are you sure it wouldn't be easier just telling me?

Why bother? I don't see the point.

...well.

I... suppose then I'll have to ask and get back to you later.

Hm.

...unless you're rather I didn't, after all.

I have no opinion either way.

Ah, alright.