Lost in the Woods

He politely nodded, smiling through gritted teeth. In all honesty, he was mildly intrigued with Eli's origin, it vaguely reminded him of his own struggles as a boy. Of course, he would never admit that, especially after Eli insulted the media. The television industry was like a child to him, in the sense that he could criticize its blatant flaws along with the rest of its veterans, but god forbid anyone outside the elusive circle trashed it. Even the smallest reminiscence of guilt had already left Juniper by the time Eli finished talking.

" First of all, it may not have been one of yours- but- it would be, in fact, near the top of my priority list. Right after my family of course, both success and entertainment are important to me, I simply cannot go on without them." He corrected, pointing his index finger up to form a 'one'. "Secondly, just what were you being chased in the desert for? Whatever it was, I'm guessing it was quite a scandal, yes? It is unusual... get outed like --that."

If Juniper had not been so accustomed to that kind of reaction, he would have been sorely offended. Despite having to bite down on his tongue, he felt rather lukewarm. It may have hurt more than a tad, but it held him back from spending more energy on Eli than he was really worth. While he could not stand this man much longer, but it was Juniper's nagging curiosity that entertained staying. The only way to figure out what drove Eli out of the desert and into this dreadful haven was to ask questions.

" Oh, magic arms." His voice fell flat, the suspense was lost. " I was expecting something, er, different, but that most certainly is unconventional." If it wasn't for the fact that he, a fully grown man, had gotten lost deep into the woods with utterly no hope of ever returning, he would have turned the other direction and left. When Eli mentioned getting tired of just standing around, Juniper knew that he may just have a chance of escape. Of course, he'd need Eli, or even more ideally, someone else, to get back to camp.

" Of course not." Retorted Juniper, taking several steps back. Was he actually going to admit to being lost? With the pride of this size, it's best answered in his own words; of course not.

" It's just... You see, I like it here. I'm sure you know where to go, you're welcome to leave." And Juniper would be welcome to follow him back to camp.