[ Even as she says those words, he raises a hand intending to forestall her from continuing in that vein, because such praise truly is not needed, not in his mind. ]
You would be right in saying that it is not needed, because others have done far greater deeds than I, and therefore it is them who deserves such words.
But I suppose that I can grant you that, at least, even though what we are doing is done from necessity and with the well-being of the people in mind. [ At least, that is what drives him, and he knows that Lucia's thoughts often align with his because they are quite similar in some ways. Hilda has surprised him, and yet he already has begun to count her as an ally.
Alkaid is also someone whom he values very much and has become quite fond of, even though he has done his best to keep the true depths of his feelings towards her under wraps, as he feels they should be. She has earned his respect, yes, but he has also come to care about her very much.
Even so, he has already resolved that his affection should remain concealed as much as possible, because she is one who deserves better than someone whose time will always be forever divided because of his responsibilities and duties. And also, he imagines that he should not dare to hope that she might return the affection he feels for her. Surely a Warrior of Light has her eyes set elsewhere: to her duties, yes, but it is not hard for him to conceive that she might find herself captivated by another. Another fellow Scion, perhaps.
And he knows that whoever that fortunate individual may be, he will quietly resent the man she chooses because it cannot be him, and admire him if he makes her smile.
When she finally admits to being worried for him, he lets out a sigh, one hand moving of its own accord to the place where he was struck. The wound, or what is left of it, does not bother him now, but the memory of the encounter is still quite fresh in his mind, and evidently is also in hers. ]
Please, there is nothing for you to worry about. I would not have you feeling concern on my account. [ Here he puts on a smile solely for her benefit. ] I am all right, you see? I am sure that had you been present, the added benefits would have been even greater, but there is no reason for you to fret.
As for strife and danger, these are dangerous times, and we all face conflict in one form or another. [ He does not wish to think that he should be spared from strife and danger for any reason, not when threats abound and there are those who are truly vulnerable and lacking anyone to take up their cause.
If he could, he would take up that cause, because in his mind, everyone (barring the truly nefarious, of course) deserves protection and aid. ]
I only meant to say that I have come to enjoy your company very much, when our paths manage to intersect.
[ His smile widens then, and there is a palpable warmth contained in it. ]
I suppose that with respect to the proper channels, there is some paperwork involved, but that also means that there will be a delay. However, I have a solution for this, if you might find it to your liking.
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You would be right in saying that it is not needed, because others have done far greater deeds than I, and therefore it is them who deserves such words.
But I suppose that I can grant you that, at least, even though what we are doing is done from necessity and with the well-being of the people in mind. [ At least, that is what drives him, and he knows that Lucia's thoughts often align with his because they are quite similar in some ways. Hilda has surprised him, and yet he already has begun to count her as an ally.
Alkaid is also someone whom he values very much and has become quite fond of, even though he has done his best to keep the true depths of his feelings towards her under wraps, as he feels they should be. She has earned his respect, yes, but he has also come to care about her very much.
Even so, he has already resolved that his affection should remain concealed as much as possible, because she is one who deserves better than someone whose time will always be forever divided because of his responsibilities and duties. And also, he imagines that he should not dare to hope that she might return the affection he feels for her. Surely a Warrior of Light has her eyes set elsewhere: to her duties, yes, but it is not hard for him to conceive that she might find herself captivated by another. Another fellow Scion, perhaps.
And he knows that whoever that fortunate individual may be, he will quietly resent the man she chooses because it cannot be him, and admire him if he makes her smile.
When she finally admits to being worried for him, he lets out a sigh, one hand moving of its own accord to the place where he was struck. The wound, or what is left of it, does not bother him now, but the memory of the encounter is still quite fresh in his mind, and evidently is also in hers. ]
Please, there is nothing for you to worry about. I would not have you feeling concern on my account. [ Here he puts on a smile solely for her benefit. ] I am all right, you see? I am sure that had you been present, the added benefits would have been even greater, but there is no reason for you to fret.
As for strife and danger, these are dangerous times, and we all face conflict in one form or another. [ He does not wish to think that he should be spared from strife and danger for any reason, not when threats abound and there are those who are truly vulnerable and lacking anyone to take up their cause.
If he could, he would take up that cause, because in his mind, everyone (barring the truly nefarious, of course) deserves protection and aid. ]
I only meant to say that I have come to enjoy your company very much, when our paths manage to intersect.
[ His smile widens then, and there is a palpable warmth contained in it. ]
I suppose that with respect to the proper channels, there is some paperwork involved, but that also means that there will be a delay. However, I have a solution for this, if you might find it to your liking.