And yet in doing so, you have denied me one of the duties I hold to be most important.
[He takes a moment, drawing in a breath to steady himself. Now isn't the time to lose himself in grief, or to be frustrated over Estinien seeking to protect him. These decisions have been made, and it has ever been his philosophy to move forward.
He reaches out, bracing a hand against the dragoon's shoulder. He fixes a stern, if sympathetic, look upon him.]
I have ever followed in your wake, Estinien Varlineau. To ensure your safety, first and foremost, and to look after you should I fail in that much. I may not be able to prioritize it as I once was able, but know that it has ever maintained an important place within my heart.
I see this as no exception. I may not have been able to stand at your side in that place, my duty may have required me to be elsewhere, but I should at least be allowed to fulfill my duty in ensuring you are fit to continue on.
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[He takes a moment, drawing in a breath to steady himself. Now isn't the time to lose himself in grief, or to be frustrated over Estinien seeking to protect him. These decisions have been made, and it has ever been his philosophy to move forward.
He reaches out, bracing a hand against the dragoon's shoulder. He fixes a stern, if sympathetic, look upon him.]
I have ever followed in your wake, Estinien Varlineau. To ensure your safety, first and foremost, and to look after you should I fail in that much. I may not be able to prioritize it as I once was able, but know that it has ever maintained an important place within my heart.
I see this as no exception. I may not have been able to stand at your side in that place, my duty may have required me to be elsewhere, but I should at least be allowed to fulfill my duty in ensuring you are fit to continue on.