[ There is issue to be taken with Maslow's hierarchy of needs, in regard to cosmetic decency. One might think, if they followed Maslow's lead, that in times of need the way that one dresses, the way that one grooms and the way that one presents themselves to the public would be of lesser import. Hannibal Lecter would disagree. To present your best self is to feel your best self, and more importantly to force others to see you as your best self.
A fine suit that requires a dry cleaning isn't a luxury any of them can obtain at the moment, but he makes very sure that the shirts he has, his jumpers, his trousers are all well cleaned, well pressed. He makes very sure that he is presentable. Presentation is, after all, half the battle of maintaining control.
So, simply, Evelyn and Hannibal agree. Agreements should be noted, to foster a sense of kinship. His lips don't smile, not with every uptick being an invitation for a nick from the blade at his throat, but his eyes do. His voice twinkles through conversational monotony. ]
Persian kings would disagree, but I do prefer being clean shaven.
[ His thumb gentle strokes her side under the hem of her top, a show of affection. She could cut his throat right here--she won't. She needs him. ]
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A fine suit that requires a dry cleaning isn't a luxury any of them can obtain at the moment, but he makes very sure that the shirts he has, his jumpers, his trousers are all well cleaned, well pressed. He makes very sure that he is presentable. Presentation is, after all, half the battle of maintaining control.
So, simply, Evelyn and Hannibal agree. Agreements should be noted, to foster a sense of kinship. His lips don't smile, not with every uptick being an invitation for a nick from the blade at his throat, but his eyes do. His voice twinkles through conversational monotony. ]
Persian kings would disagree, but I do prefer being clean shaven.
[ His thumb gentle strokes her side under the hem of her top, a show of affection. She could cut his throat right here--she won't. She needs him. ]
I'm very lucky that you are very good at this.