It matters because how you feel matters, Alkaid. [ At times, he prefers to be more diplomatic about certain things, but there are other times when he cannot help but be a little bit more plain-spoken. ] Surely if they have any regard for you at all, they will want to know what is on your mind. [ And of course, on her heart, but he feels as though it is not his place to assume too much on that score. ] And I hope that you will forgive me for saying this, but if they only care about you and your sister because of who you are as warriors, then they are hardly being fair to either of you and doing you a disservice besides.

[ He truly does not mean to become so passionate about this, but he finds he does not approve of the notion of the Scions seeing the two sisters as nothing more than the Warriors of Light. Still, he imagines they should have the opportunity to defend themselves, on the off chance that that is not how they truly feel.

Regardless, he cannot help but feel troubled on the sisters' behalf. ]

I believe that I will, after I have given the words that I might say some thought. [ He does not mean to charge in full speed ahead without giving the matter proper consideration.

He pays close attention as she moves to investigate what he has just drawn her attention to, and it does not escape his notice that she seems to be move with difficulty. When the two of them have a moment, he means to insist that she rest while he gives her a careful examination. He might not be the most skilled of healers, but he can still manage to have some impact. ]

What is it? [ A note of tension creeps into his voice in response to the suddenness with which she says his name. He is quick to move closer, also bending down to see how he might offer his aid. ]