Caden
While he hadn't noticed it consciously, her answer soothes a secondary fear that this Academy is merely a dangerous front to arm Abandoned and strengthen them, only to utilize their powers for something far darker. The Voice had sought power in a similar way, and Caden's uncle had always fiercely decried how that cruel hunger had cast thousands of magical people adrift, only deepening resentment against the heralds and their ilk.
He is about to respond to her offer when her name is given, and Caden's fair cheeks color plainly in the firelight as he realizes how poor his manners have been this evening. "I'm so sorry I didn't even introduce myself. I'm Caden, it's nice to meet you Alys." He shuffles slightly so he can extend his hand to her at his side, smiling lopsidedly. "And I'd like that. What are their requirements though? I don't know if I'll be settling anywhere yet." Still far too accustomed to half his life being spent on the road to do much more than consider his options. He is changing, and happy to be, but consistency and the vulnerability that follows is still an intimidating prospect.
He is about to respond to her offer when her name is given, and Caden's fair cheeks color plainly in the firelight as he realizes how poor his manners have been this evening. "I'm so sorry I didn't even introduce myself. I'm Caden, it's nice to meet you Alys." He shuffles slightly so he can extend his hand to her at his side, smiling lopsidedly. "And I'd like that. What are their requirements though? I don't know if I'll be settling anywhere yet." Still far too accustomed to half his life being spent on the road to do much more than consider his options. He is changing, and happy to be, but consistency and the vulnerability that follows is still an intimidating prospect.
Though I know my heart will break
I'd still tell the surgeon to put it back in
I'd still tell the surgeon to put it back in
