( there is a long pause after he informs her that his brother is missing. thankfully, this is not a video conversation or he would see her frozen in horror thanks to memories of the not-so-distant past. she knows what often happens to brother whom go missing, and it fills her with dread.
once she can regain her handle on her composure, she responds with concern, but also a calm sense of resolution. no harm shall befall his brother. )
Most worrisome tidings, indeed. Will you allow me to aid in searching for him? I would very much like to help.
( not just because she's projecting and making it personal, but it is playing a large role. )
[ Her offer is a surprise, but then most offers for help tend to make him pause. They usually lead to some sort of negotiation, a little quid pro quo in exchange for assistance.
He has a feeling this wouldn't be the case with her. ]
Keeping an eye out for him would be enough. If he hasn't left, then it's a situation that might involve some casualities.
[ It's said in the light tone, so whether he's being serious or not is up for debate. If he learns that his brother was daggered and buried by a hunter, the only casualty will be the hunter. ]
( there are no strings attached whatsoever in this instance. with everything already provided for her here, the one thing she needs the most is allies more than any material objects or favours. here, she thinks she might be working toward making herself one. especially useful in her mind, since she knows no one here whom will protect her.
and in any case, empathy leaves her disposed to being happy enough to help. no one here will be forced to share her experience of losing her brothers if she can keep it from happening. )
Of course, I will gladly do so. ( she pauses. ) I thank you for the consideration you give my safety. I shall endeavour as best I can to find him.
Once, my brothers were sent to the Tower. They were never seen again. But your brother shall not share their fate, sir.
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once she can regain her handle on her composure, she responds with concern, but also a calm sense of resolution. no harm shall befall his brother. )
Most worrisome tidings, indeed. Will you allow me to aid in searching for him? I would very much like to help.
( not just because she's projecting and making it personal, but it is playing a large role. )
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He has a feeling this wouldn't be the case with her. ]
Keeping an eye out for him would be enough. If he hasn't left, then it's a situation that might involve some casualities.
[ It's said in the light tone, so whether he's being serious or not is up for debate. If he learns that his brother was daggered and buried by a hunter, the only casualty will be the hunter. ]
Wouldn't want you caught in the crossfire.
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and in any case, empathy leaves her disposed to being happy enough to help. no one here will be forced to share her experience of losing her brothers if she can keep it from happening. )
Of course, I will gladly do so. ( she pauses. ) I thank you for the consideration you give my safety. I shall endeavour as best I can to find him.
Once, my brothers were sent to the Tower. They were never seen again. But your brother shall not share their fate, sir.