[ it’s that sensitivity to what Basch may or may not be ready for that’s making this possible, even if Basch hasn’t put his finger on it yet. He is not so skittish he will run regardless, but he is skittish enough to spook. Time to make his own decision without pressure is a godsend. Because thus far, this has been worth every discomfort and risk.
He’s further surprised as Sylvain squeezes his hand and slides in close beside him, but he manages to simply squeeze back and fall in step. If pressed, Basch wouldn’t know how common or uncommon this was at home. He just knew members of his rank were not to fraternize with each other, and so everything was secret, always someone asking him to bend so they could keep from breaking. And he always did. They had to win their battles, win the war so they could have peace. This was…different.
The question is a relief. Safe. ]
Some species seem familiar, at least in family. But I have traveled desert, tundra, jungle, plains, and forest. I wonder if certain climates don’t produce certain form, regardless of world.
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Date: 2024-01-15 05:49 am (UTC)He’s further surprised as Sylvain squeezes his hand and slides in close beside him, but he manages to simply squeeze back and fall in step. If pressed, Basch wouldn’t know how common or uncommon this was at home. He just knew members of his rank were not to fraternize with each other, and so everything was secret, always someone asking him to bend so they could keep from breaking. And he always did. They had to win their battles, win the war so they could have peace. This was…different.
The question is a relief. Safe. ]
Some species seem familiar, at least in family. But I have traveled desert, tundra, jungle, plains, and forest. I wonder if certain climates don’t produce certain form, regardless of world.