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Loren shook his head. "No. As soon as my magic manifested, I was trapped." For a moment, his jaw feathered with tension. However, he took a deep breath, and when he let it out he was actually calmer. "Because the oath demanded total obedience, the family decided to enforce compliance. Because that required strength, the most powerful mages were in charge. And the ways they made sure the rest of the family were obedient were...less than pleasant." He shot Korbin a quick look, wondering how the hunter would interpret that. Letting out a huff of laughter, the healer shrugged. "I value life, yes. But I know I can't save everyone. Nor should I expect myself too, even if I once felt that I should." He shook his head a bit sadly. However, he smiled to let the other man know the Launceleyn wasn't beating himself up anymore. "Plus, as I said, I think the reminder not to take myself too seriously and the contrasts are good for me. Make me a better, more complete person. Make me acknowledge that there is more to life than self-sacrifice, and that it's okay to take some time for myself." Also flushing a bit, he was similarly unable to meet Korbin's gaze. Still amused at this very familiar tale, Loren gave the hunter an understanding look. "If I could get him to come out and listen to the people of Halo, get him to implement some of your ideas, do you think there's a chance you'd be able to accept him?" The healer's tone was casual, but he was watching the other man closely, and the Launceleyn's mind was attuned to any emotion he might pick up from Korbin. LOREN Not quite an open book