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Jude

it’s tough to be a dreamer when they don’t come true
Feels like your blossoming is overdue

Twisted up and sour over his father's rather untimely visit, Jude arrives looking far moodier and edgier than he is normally known for. Sweltering heat with no clues of impending break has him draped in an overly-large linen shirt and shorts with a criminally small inseam. Sweat is unfortunately inevitable, and he envies Flora's helpful companion the moment he sees them.

Jack is familiar in the way most big names in Torchline are, but without any accompanying personal knowledge. Jude lifts a hand in greeting from afar, torn between lifelong awkwardness and a budding sharpness that inspires him to keep people more at arms length. Unbothered by the presence of the horse, Jude presents his hand to it and looks to Flora for direction, more familiar with her than the Ark captain. "Ready when you are," he offers amiably, providing a faint smile.

Well there ain’t no use in crying, darling
Or so they say