[ He feels himself being observed. Shame turns his head. Normally, he does not care, not past wanting to escape someone thrusting food on him or shrinking from his wounds. But now he feels...tired. Worn past his expiration date.
Disappointing.
But he still, deeply, wants to please Eiden, wants to be of some use. That's easier to think about than how kind and disarming the younger man is. So he obliges, bracing himself over the edge. ]
Taking care of others is always an undervalued skill [ Basch rumbles, eye-lids heavy despite himself. Eiden is good a this, or perhaps its just been years since anyone touched him with any kindness. He shifts a little, wincing at old pains, but he can feel the tension melting away in the warmth of Eiden and the bath. ]
Were that more of our leaders had it, more kingdoms and households would prosper. They are always the people most important to protect if you wish to rebuild a community.
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Date: 2023-12-28 02:45 pm (UTC)Disappointing.
But he still, deeply, wants to please Eiden, wants to be of some use. That's easier to think about than how kind and disarming the younger man is. So he obliges, bracing himself over the edge. ]
Taking care of others is always an undervalued skill [ Basch rumbles, eye-lids heavy despite himself. Eiden is good a this, or perhaps its just been years since anyone touched him with any kindness. He shifts a little, wincing at old pains, but he can feel the tension melting away in the warmth of Eiden and the bath. ]
Were that more of our leaders had it, more kingdoms and households would prosper. They are always the people most important to protect if you wish to rebuild a community.