[PQ] Of home and hearth

CAISIDE Between the three of them, work went quickly, the floor looking whole again in what felt like no time, thanks to their conversation. Caiside turned, still on his knees, and looked out the hole Are leaned against, his brows rising in surprise when he saw how low the sun was. Surely they hadn’t been working that long? With a chuckle, Caiside stood, and dusted off his knees. Just the hole left to fix, and they’d be done, at least enough that the place was liveable. Grabbing his hammer again, And a handful of nails, Caiside stepped towards the wall, gesturing for Maea to follow him. ”We can get the boards in place after he cuts them, and secure them.” He suggested, glancing towards Are to be to be sure he approved of the idea before starting. Maea’s uncomfortable words confused Caiside, his work slowing as he turned to consider her. ”Aren’t you curious about what there is in the world?” He kept his voice neutral, not wanting to come across as judgemental. Not wanting to explore, even a little bit, simply didn’t make sense to him. Especially someone like Maea, who was young, and obviously capable and clever. He looked towards Are, knowing he wouldn’t get any support, but curious now that the thought was in his mind. ”What were you travelling for? When you ended up here.” Scattering sparks of thought energy Deliver me and carry me away Here in my kingdom I am your lord I order you to cower and pray