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Deimos Deimos had long since learned the only thing he could control was himself, despite regards for keeping kingdoms taut and protected, safeguarded and sheltered. It never seemed to matter in the end, because for all his efforts, there was always something or someone infiltrating, defying, or simply not caring, while the rest adhered to the walls they’d put in place. It was perhaps worse here. They scattered to each and every particle they could touch, grasp, get their hands on, minds full of curiosity and boldness for things that were new and promising; only to find danger, treachery, and vehemence on the other side. It was why he proceeded with cautious, why he calculated and schemed rather than raced across impulsive, impetuous venues. But even then, he still managed to follow, straight into the ramparts of persecution, terror, or tragedy. Maybe Kiada had been the smartest of all of them, tending to herself in quiet means, while the rest of them stomped on their own damned hearts. But he’d been busy too, because as a fervent, potent entity, he always needed something to do, action, motion, even in the guiles of repose. “Trainings are going well,” a wry look sent in her direction, a snicker, a smirk, as she came to stand beside him, beholden to the natural hues. The beast knew her inquiry hadn’t been directed towards that particular realm of thought, but continued out of mischief, comfort in the upheaval. “We have several who proved to be excellent with a bow.” Then the General purposefully moved his elbow directly into her arm, teasing. “You should come next time.” That she’d always be welcome was a given, but just to see her more, experiencing and gaining skills all the while. As for the other insinuation, he sighed, a shrug to his shoulders. “After the dragon incident, things have seemed calmer. But we know that does not mean much.” Just another storm brewing and brooding on the horizon; and if it wasn’t LongNight, it’d be something else before then. Out of sight and out of mind Make everything alright So let the sky and sea collide Just not in our lifetime