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It wasn’t that surprising that a child of the gods (well, sort of, he wasn’t quite sure about the birth process here) was so knowledgeable about the deities. However, the information Oia’i’o was providing was so frank and she sounded so assured about beings that were inscrutable to most that Loren continued to be shocked by what she revealed. ”What would be considered a non-specific act, and what acts can only specific gods perform?” That seemed like something that would be quite useful to know.
He listened to her explanation about her memories thoughtfully, giving an encouraging nod or making an encouraging sound when necessary. However, his eyes grew concerned when it seemed she might start an endless loop; thankfully, she cut herself off before he had to intervene. ”I suppose that trusting in Rae is fair. Though it’s hard for me to trust any of the gods, given my status as an Abandoned and given that I’ve only met Frey.” Twice, which was more than most, but still not exactly enough for a relationship.
Oh man, explaining etiquette and politeness to a demi-god who didn’t seem to quite understand social niceties was not something the Launceleyn wanted to do, nor something he was particularly well-equipped to do. Still, she seemed nice enough, if a bit weird, and he didn't want her to run into trouble in the Hollowed Grounds, so he sighed and ran a hand through his hair. ”It was. However, you are relying upon my goodwill and willingness to stay here and be examined to complete your inspection. If you do something that is uncomfortable for me, like when you touched me with cold metal, my willingness and goodwill decrease. They are much less likely to do so if I am warned about something that might be unpleasant in advance.” That was as logical a way to explain why a heads up was a good idea as he could come up with. Again, he wasn’t a people person.
Presumably through Ascended technology. In other words, the demi-god had no idea. However, Loren was much more intrigued by the second thing she mentioned. ”Wait. There are others who’d ended up outside the barrier? Who?” He couldn’t help the hope from creeping into his voice. If there were more people from other worlds in other parts of Caido, maybe, just maybe, some more of his family had survived. It was probably a vain hope, but he couldn’t help but cling to it.
Her explanation of how she knew so much wasn’t all that satisfying, but he supposed it made sense. Before he could ask for more details, though, he heard something in her voice that triggered his instincts. While he couldn’t put his finger on what, exactly, he gave her a comforting smile. ”That’s alright. As I said, we can get a new one.” Actually, it sounded like quite a useful tool to have.
He listened to her explanation about her memories thoughtfully, giving an encouraging nod or making an encouraging sound when necessary. However, his eyes grew concerned when it seemed she might start an endless loop; thankfully, she cut herself off before he had to intervene. ”I suppose that trusting in Rae is fair. Though it’s hard for me to trust any of the gods, given my status as an Abandoned and given that I’ve only met Frey.” Twice, which was more than most, but still not exactly enough for a relationship.
Oh man, explaining etiquette and politeness to a demi-god who didn’t seem to quite understand social niceties was not something the Launceleyn wanted to do, nor something he was particularly well-equipped to do. Still, she seemed nice enough, if a bit weird, and he didn't want her to run into trouble in the Hollowed Grounds, so he sighed and ran a hand through his hair. ”It was. However, you are relying upon my goodwill and willingness to stay here and be examined to complete your inspection. If you do something that is uncomfortable for me, like when you touched me with cold metal, my willingness and goodwill decrease. They are much less likely to do so if I am warned about something that might be unpleasant in advance.” That was as logical a way to explain why a heads up was a good idea as he could come up with. Again, he wasn’t a people person.
Presumably through Ascended technology. In other words, the demi-god had no idea. However, Loren was much more intrigued by the second thing she mentioned. ”Wait. There are others who’d ended up outside the barrier? Who?” He couldn’t help the hope from creeping into his voice. If there were more people from other worlds in other parts of Caido, maybe, just maybe, some more of his family had survived. It was probably a vain hope, but he couldn’t help but cling to it.
Her explanation of how she knew so much wasn’t all that satisfying, but he supposed it made sense. Before he could ask for more details, though, he heard something in her voice that triggered his instincts. While he couldn’t put his finger on what, exactly, he gave her a comforting smile. ”That’s alright. As I said, we can get a new one.” Actually, it sounded like quite a useful tool to have.
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