Ah, yes, politics. [ He has already begun to question the wisdom in having this conversation with her where others might hear. Of course he has his own thoughts on certain matters and on politics and its role, but it would hardly do to voice those thoughts at this very moment. ] They are a necessary part of things, even if some would refer to them as a chore. Some, you understand, not necessarily myself.
[ He gives her a glance then, certain that she will understand his meaning. He has considered politics and such maneuverings as a chore made necessary by his position, but he can hardly state that so plainly. Still, he imagines she will grasp what he is saying and not saying. ]
I suppose in a way, such meetings are a way to pass the time as much as they are necessary.
[ So in that sense, he also does not mind stuffy meetings. If he had a choice, he would spend more time amongst the people, but his role and standing does not permit such a thing very often. ]
For me, if you and others like you vouch for them, I am inclined to believe them. Others may require more persuasion and proof, of course, and it seems that events are already in motion that will provide those things. I imagine they could hardly work effectively if they were unable to hold onto their tools, so that is also a good thing.
[ He smiles a little when he notes the pride in her voice. But then he pauses to consider her proposition. ]
Of course, with such a request, few would think to question it, and if they did, barring a few notable exceptions, it would be rather brief. [ He knows full well that there are those who would question it for much longer than that, but on the whole, the reputation of the Warrior of Light proceeds her and her sister, and that is enough to forestall questions in most cases.
But of course, he notes the way her gaze shifts and he can only wonder if her thoughts might be echoing his, at least in this moment. His position is far more precarious than one might assume, and because of that, he has to weigh his movements and his decisions quite carefully. ]
I am very sure, yes. [ He may very well be leaving himself open to unwanted chatter or something else besides, but while he has somewhat unwisely lowered his guard in the past, he is determined to be more watchful going forward. ] Strife will come, whether I will it or not, and if it comes because I have met with you-
[ He shakes his head. ]
Whatever happens, happens. [ Those who advise him would disagree vehemently, but this meeting between them is just that: a meeting. And he sees no reason why he, as the Lord Commander, should not have meetings with one of the two Warriors of Light, regardless of what conclusions people might reach for.
And this meeting is hardly for frivolous reasons, which the two of them know full well. Others may not, of course, but he means to go forward with this regardless. ]
they definitely seem to be!
[ He gives her a glance then, certain that she will understand his meaning. He has considered politics and such maneuverings as a chore made necessary by his position, but he can hardly state that so plainly. Still, he imagines she will grasp what he is saying and not saying. ]
I suppose in a way, such meetings are a way to pass the time as much as they are necessary.
[ So in that sense, he also does not mind stuffy meetings. If he had a choice, he would spend more time amongst the people, but his role and standing does not permit such a thing very often. ]
For me, if you and others like you vouch for them, I am inclined to believe them. Others may require more persuasion and proof, of course, and it seems that events are already in motion that will provide those things. I imagine they could hardly work effectively if they were unable to hold onto their tools, so that is also a good thing.
[ He smiles a little when he notes the pride in her voice. But then he pauses to consider her proposition. ]
Of course, with such a request, few would think to question it, and if they did, barring a few notable exceptions, it would be rather brief. [ He knows full well that there are those who would question it for much longer than that, but on the whole, the reputation of the Warrior of Light proceeds her and her sister, and that is enough to forestall questions in most cases.
But of course, he notes the way her gaze shifts and he can only wonder if her thoughts might be echoing his, at least in this moment. His position is far more precarious than one might assume, and because of that, he has to weigh his movements and his decisions quite carefully. ]
I am very sure, yes. [ He may very well be leaving himself open to unwanted chatter or something else besides, but while he has somewhat unwisely lowered his guard in the past, he is determined to be more watchful going forward. ] Strife will come, whether I will it or not, and if it comes because I have met with you-
[ He shakes his head. ]
Whatever happens, happens. [ Those who advise him would disagree vehemently, but this meeting between them is just that: a meeting. And he sees no reason why he, as the Lord Commander, should not have meetings with one of the two Warriors of Light, regardless of what conclusions people might reach for.
And this meeting is hardly for frivolous reasons, which the two of them know full well. Others may not, of course, but he means to go forward with this regardless. ]