[ first, he just figures it's some other occupant of the apartment building waiting for the elevator (or here to yell at him about the elevator). the offer the stranger gives earns a second look, and then a third of increased intensity. ]
I didn't hire moving help.
[ there's someone who may have, however. or multiple people. ]
How much did my parents pay you?
[ noiz is still holding a box in his arms, but makes no move to put it down, just stands in place and gives the man a blatant once-over, trying to pick up details of who he is. noiz himself is wearing his old battered beanie, a thick jacket despite the warm weather, and equally worn sweats over leggings and sneakers—layers that are making him sweat slightly, but of course it's a discomfort he can't feel. ]
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I didn't hire moving help.
[ there's someone who may have, however. or multiple people. ]
How much did my parents pay you?
[ noiz is still holding a box in his arms, but makes no move to put it down, just stands in place and gives the man a blatant once-over, trying to pick up details of who he is. noiz himself is wearing his old battered beanie, a thick jacket despite the warm weather, and equally worn sweats over leggings and sneakers—layers that are making him sweat slightly, but of course it's a discomfort he can't feel. ]