That was the pinnacle of his whole existence. His sister was such a huge part of his world, a comfort he'd almost taken for granted because she was always there at his side. She was the one he always went to, and she understood him more than any other person out there so his walls came down to reveal the 'real' him underneath all the lies and smiles.
The Lyney who was not so cheerful and less talkative.
If someone else could accept that side of him and not shun him for it? Just maybe he could make the steps to try and let himself rely on another person who wasn't his family. It was like the traveler, who he pretty much considered family already... so why couldn't he make the steps to do so with someone like Vil who clearly had him figured out? ]
You might regret offering that to me. I could end up being quite the handful.
[ Such was half joking but also truthful in nature for what it was worth.
He listened quietly to Vil's words and something like relief washed over him before he knew it. That had been one of Lyney's worries from the start, that something would happen to Lynette without him at her side. Time stood still for them back home so she was still okay and not in any danger, the realization fully settling in now. ]
She's safe. That's what I was worried about since my arrival. [ A somewhat hoarse, rough laugh bubbled up from deep within his throat. ] You're right. It does make me feel a bit better knowing that.
[That comment actually got a laugh out of him. Really, like this sad, fretful little magician could even come close to the sheer headache that was the combined power of Rook Hunt and Epel Felmier.]
You would have to work pretty hard to test my patience. I manage a whole dorm of teenagers back home, I think I can handle one little magician.
[He felt some of that tension melt away, and Vil couldn’t help but give him a little extra squeeze in support. That was good. A small first step.]
I’m glad I could give you that peace of mind. Your sister is safe, and right now it’s time to focus on you. And on that subject, I don’t suppose you still feel like you can eat?
[ The laughter combined with that casual comment was enough to bring forth a chuckle from him. It was fairly genuine for what it was worth. ]
Good to know.
[ He blinked a couple times once he'd registered that question, exhaling a soft hum. Now that the main issue had been tackled and his worries properly assuaged? His mind could focus on the subject of food and Lyney genuinely was wondering if he was hungry or not.
A second passed, then he finally pulled back with a small, weary smile on his face. No sign of the mask for the time being. ]
Food really does seem like a great idea. I can still eat, promise.
[ Exhaustion truly was setting in and Lyney didn't know how much longer he could hold out but he also did wanna eat before passing out for who knew how long. ]
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That was the pinnacle of his whole existence. His sister was such a huge part of his world, a comfort he'd almost taken for granted because she was always there at his side. She was the one he always went to, and she understood him more than any other person out there so his walls came down to reveal the 'real' him underneath all the lies and smiles.
The Lyney who was not so cheerful and less talkative.
If someone else could accept that side of him and not shun him for it? Just maybe he could make the steps to try and let himself rely on another person who wasn't his family. It was like the traveler, who he pretty much considered family already... so why couldn't he make the steps to do so with someone like Vil who clearly had him figured out? ]
You might regret offering that to me. I could end up being quite the handful.
[ Such was half joking but also truthful in nature for what it was worth.
He listened quietly to Vil's words and something like relief washed over him before he knew it. That had been one of Lyney's worries from the start, that something would happen to Lynette without him at her side. Time stood still for them back home so she was still okay and not in any danger, the realization fully settling in now. ]
She's safe. That's what I was worried about since my arrival. [ A somewhat hoarse, rough laugh bubbled up from deep within his throat. ] You're right. It does make me feel a bit better knowing that.
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You would have to work pretty hard to test my patience. I manage a whole dorm of teenagers back home, I think I can handle one little magician.
[He felt some of that tension melt away, and Vil couldn’t help but give him a little extra squeeze in support. That was good. A small first step.]
I’m glad I could give you that peace of mind. Your sister is safe, and right now it’s time to focus on you. And on that subject, I don’t suppose you still feel like you can eat?
Don’t force yourself if you can’t.
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Good to know.
[ He blinked a couple times once he'd registered that question, exhaling a soft hum. Now that the main issue had been tackled and his worries properly assuaged? His mind could focus on the subject of food and Lyney genuinely was wondering if he was hungry or not.
A second passed, then he finally pulled back with a small, weary smile on his face. No sign of the mask for the time being. ]
Food really does seem like a great idea. I can still eat, promise.
[ Exhaustion truly was setting in and Lyney didn't know how much longer he could hold out but he also did wanna eat before passing out for who knew how long. ]