I may be more resilient than others, yet in my time here, my condition has been unchanged. By now, I should have been able to observe something, so it is possible that such ill effects do not follow us here. Or perhaps they manifest more gradually.
Regardless, my life is for my people. If I truly am in a position to protect them once more, I would endure whatever was required to do so. There is much I may yet improve upon, especially if we are ever faced with a powerful threat.
I mustn't fail them.
[ Not again. Never again. So he tells himself, in hopes that it can hold true. ]
Well, well, aren't your people fortunate to have you shouldering the burden of saving them? It would seem Echo chose well. Touching as that all is, sentiment alone will not allow you to wield creation magic—one must learn the methods, understand the laws in which creation itself is bound, and practice. Since this is not something that comes naturally to you, practice and study will doubtlessly prove imperative if this is to work at all.
[For how dismissive he might be at Dion's declaration of serving his people, Emet-Selch understands him completely. Taking the seat of Emet-Selch means that he no longer lives for himself, he lives for his people, he lives to serve them and to guide them towards the best possible future.
There is nothing he would not do to protect them.]
Oh? Did you think I was implying myself? I would not so arrogantly claim myself an expert, but I do suppose I am capable enough to teach you—if this is your sorry excuse for a formal request, that is.
[He absolutely is an expert, literally the strongest sorcerer in his world, and he definitely was implying himself. It's just unbecoming for Amaurotines to brag so directly...]
[None, really. He's just being difficult. That Dion took him earnestly is...well, charming.]
Well, I suppose I cannot have you bumbling about making a fool of yourself should you attempt such on your own. It would be more mess for me to clean up, no doubt. If you truly wish to learn, then know I will suffer no fools. I expect commitment, not excuses.
[In truth, part of this is to also...sate his own curiosity about Dion and the Dominants. Though, he would stick to his remote observations to satisfy it if not for the fact he finds Dion rather tolerable.]
It's almost embarrassing, but Emet-Selch just leaves it be at that. No point in farewells when they will see each other soon enough, and he sees no reason to openly accept thanks before his aid has been rightfully given.
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Regardless, my life is for my people. If I truly am in a position to protect them once more, I would endure whatever was required to do so. There is much I may yet improve upon, especially if we are ever faced with a powerful threat.
I mustn't fail them.
[ Not again. Never again. So he tells himself, in hopes that it can hold true. ]
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[For how dismissive he might be at Dion's declaration of serving his people, Emet-Selch understands him completely. Taking the seat of Emet-Selch means that he no longer lives for himself, he lives for his people, he lives to serve them and to guide them towards the best possible future.
There is nothing he would not do to protect them.]
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I suppose the question becomes how I would be able to study. This place affords ample time, but I could not say I've much sense of direction.
[ Yet he has motivation enough. ]
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I had not wished to presume.
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[He absolutely is an expert, literally the strongest sorcerer in his world, and he definitely was implying himself. It's just unbecoming for Amaurotines to brag so directly...]
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Not that Dion will ask this question. Instead: ]
It is true that I should ask properly.
Would you be willing to instruct me on this subject, though I may be rather ignorant?
[ Beyond weaponizing his aether, that is. He's unfortunately well-versed in that. ]
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Well, I suppose I cannot have you bumbling about making a fool of yourself should you attempt such on your own. It would be more mess for me to clean up, no doubt. If you truly wish to learn, then know I will suffer no fools. I expect commitment, not excuses.
[In truth, part of this is to also...sate his own curiosity about Dion and the Dominants. Though, he would stick to his remote observations to satisfy it if not for the fact he finds Dion rather tolerable.]
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It is, after all, the least he can do when Emet-Selch would kindly donate his time and knowledge. ]
Thank you in advance for your guidance. I shall do my utmost.
If you've a preferred time and location, I will abide by it.
[ Or, in other words: as he's the one benefiting from Emet-Selch's tutelage, he expects to do so at the man's convenience. ]
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I shall send word when it is ready, till then try to keep the others under control, won't you.
[Dion has been assigned babysitter of the Dominants.]
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For now, I shall bid you good day then.
[ He ought not take up too much of the man's time, after all. ]
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It's almost embarrassing, but Emet-Selch just leaves it be at that. No point in farewells when they will see each other soon enough, and he sees no reason to openly accept thanks before his aid has been rightfully given.
Off to the task at hand, then...]