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Post by Fate's End on Aug 31, 2023 21:58:08 GMT -5
Delicate fingers took her own tea and added in just a touch of milk. Dark eyes attentively followed her brother's lips, and she took in what he said while keeping up the practiced, almost too-easy expression of noncommittal support.
Inwardly, she was . . . . befuddled? The thought of her elder brother performing like a street clown, not only in front of working class citizens, but also in front of other houses . . . The image brought forth mixed emotions, both amusement and mild horror. Of course their father would have hated such an act, especially if Lochore hadn't apologized or shown dutiful sorrow.
His mention of unpleasant stories also brought emotions to the forefront of her mind. Did he think she and Skyla had just been sitting in the estate, safe and cozy? Did he know of the bloody mess she had survived? Of the hell Skyla had endured at the hands of those fools in the Guard? Galen tamped down on the anger before it reached the surface, recognizing the childishness of the emotion at this moment even as it threatened to roll out of her. She had endured some pain, yes. But Lochore had likely endured more, and it would not do to bother with a reminder that she had suffered when his was worse.
"Stories." She said softly, sipping the tea to buy time for herself to respond. The barest flushing of her skin all the signs of the inward fury she had quelled. "I would enjoy to hear your stories, Lochore. I think Skyla would as well."
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Post by hobbsy on Sept 9, 2023 0:31:01 GMT -5
"Stories." She said softly, sipping the tea to buy time for herself to respond. The barest flushing of her skin all the signs of the inward fury she had quelled. "I would enjoy to hear your stories, Lochore. I think Skyla would as well." "Ah yes, Skyla. I'd have to save the better stories so we can share in them together. I've been away from the family for too long. I would love to come around for another cup of tea at some point." Lochore said. His face then betrayed a mixture of embarrassment and possibly sorrow. "Forgive me." he apologized in earnest. "I may have overstep the mark so to say. After all is settled with the paperwork, how comfortable would you be with me coming to see the two of you? Athough I've been out of the upper circles for a while, even I can understand that being seen with a literally clown of a noble isn't the best for reputation. Last thing I'd want to do is cause and trouble for you and Skyla.". |
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Post by Fate's End on Sept 17, 2023 21:42:49 GMT -5
Galen frowned in confusion. "You are family, Lochore." She responded simply, her voice warming with earnest intent. "You are welcome to the holdings of Eurydice at any point you so choose." She paused, thinking for a moment. "Though I have opened up the estate to lodge officers of the Astra Militarum, just so you're aware. There will likely be many soldiers moving around the manor for the foreseeable future."
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Post by hobbsy on Sept 22, 2023 3:17:41 GMT -5
At the mention of soldiers, Lochore gave a roguish smile. "Oh don't you worry about me sis. I can handle soldiers. Some of them might even be a familiar face. More would recognize me if I'm in character. Oh yes, I could even have a little fun with some tricks..."
Suddenly, the smile turned to wide eyed horror as he realized how a member of House Eurydice acting as a clown throughout the halls of the estate could and would reflex on what was left of the family. "Oh no. Oh no that wouldn't do at all." Lochore said as he looked up at Galen. A hint of fear in his eyes from either her scorn or simply the prospect of committing such an act. "Forgive me for even entertaining such an idea.".
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Post by Fate's End on Oct 16, 2023 0:41:29 GMT -5
Galen gave her elder brother a puzzled look. "Lochore, don't. . ." She flailed for the correct sentiment for a moment before falling back on a cliche. "Don't slap a pie in an officer's face and I don't think there will be trouble." She replied with the barest trace of exasperation. "I meant it when I said you were welcome. Just be aware of the - Precarious position we find ourselves in. Most of our family were deemed traitors and executed by the Imperial Navy. We tread a threadbare wire over an abyss."
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Post by hobbsy on Oct 18, 2023 7:19:52 GMT -5
"Well, although I may not look it, I'm quite familiar with walking the tightrope." Lochore replied. He did not elaborate on whether he meant that literally or not. But his sober demeanor spook louder than any words could. "Thank you Galen. I cannot express how much this means to me." he said, his eyes now fixed on his sister with an sincerity she would never have seen from him. "I really mean it when I say I am happy to help in any way I can.".
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Post by Fate's End on Nov 5, 2023 23:52:25 GMT -5
It was unnerving, looking in her brother's eyes. But as she had been trained to do in so many situations, she returned his gaze with one of simple authority. "I thank you brother, for your understanding. And for your meeting me here as well." She took a sip from her tea to buy time, ensuring nothing was left unsaid. But no, there were few ulterior motives at play here. In almost all aspects, it was just good to see a family member alive.
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Post by hobbsy on Nov 13, 2023 1:36:23 GMT -5
Once more, Lochore gave his smile that balanced between his sincerity and ever threatening need to make a joke.
"Well. I should be thanking you for meeting me! They say the life of the clown can be the loneliest life of all and if a dear venture, it's not far off the mark. But enough with business, jokes and the grim reality we find ourselves in. We have tea, each other's company and plenty more to catch up with. Oh! Since we are here, they make a nice cake here dispite the shortages. Care to share a piece or two?".
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