Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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On the other hand, he can be helpful and sweet (while still teasing and condescending) to said boy.
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Friend to All Children: Subverted with Durian, whose playful teasing of the young Tanto princess is heart-meltingly sweet - right up until his true colours are revealed.
Source: Podcast / The Minister Of Chance -
Note, however, that Excellen is not gentle per se (she's a certified Manic Pixie Dream Girl, more genki and teasing), which should be a subversion of this trope, but she's genuinely sweet, patiently loves him and provides the emotional support and companionship he needs.
Source: Brooding Boy, Gentle Girl
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