Well, yes. That is indeed what I was thinking. I know it’s probably not easy for you to be unable to fight as you used to, so… it was my goal to give you a bit of oomph, as it were.
[ Whether V is offended or not, Declan looks a little apologetic. He’s not sure how much of a sore spot V’s current, oh, condition is to the man himself. ]
Please, you don’t owe me anything. Getting the privilege of making it is payment enough.
[There's no need to look apologetic. He's the human form; he is supposed to be weak and yet utterly enduring. V accepted this the moment he came into proper existence.]
Nonsense. You say that, but I'm not satisfied leaving it at this. [This is a huge gift? Please.] I'll find a way to return the favor.
If you want to consider it an IOU, I certainly can't stop you, but please understand that I personally find no greater joy than pushing my limits.
[ The smile he flashes V is a little wistful. For a second it looks like he wants to say something in particular but he changes tracks at the last moment. ]
Getting to share my achievements with a friend is a nice bonus, though.
[Oh? And what was that look, he wonders? V makes sure the cane is no longer a blade before he tucks it beneath his arm.]
...You're doing well, at least, with that. Pushing your limits. Glad am I to be considered a friend if this is how you treat them. The ones back in your world must be very spoiled, indeed.
Oh, yes! Sophia is masterful with a sword and shield. She's also about this tall— [ He holds up his hand somewhere in the realm of 5'2". ] —so it is absolutely hilarious to watch her destroy her opponents.
I bet she's underestimated often. That's what I like to see the most -- those who have their expectations flipped on its head in the middle of a fight.
[It's so satisfying to see! He's sure this Sophia would agree.]
Well, I think the full suit of plate armor probably gives her away as a fighter, but I have also been shocked to watch her kick in doors and absolutely bowl people over.
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[ Whether V is offended or not, Declan looks a little apologetic. He’s not sure how much of a sore spot V’s current, oh, condition is to the man himself. ]
Please, you don’t owe me anything. Getting the privilege of making it is payment enough.
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Nonsense. You say that, but I'm not satisfied leaving it at this. [This is a huge gift? Please.] I'll find a way to return the favor.
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[ The smile he flashes V is a little wistful. For a second it looks like he wants to say something in particular but he changes tracks at the last moment. ]
Getting to share my achievements with a friend is a nice bonus, though.
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...You're doing well, at least, with that. Pushing your limits. Glad am I to be considered a friend if this is how you treat them. The ones back in your world must be very spoiled, indeed.
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I try my best. That repulsion shield I made for Sophia has come in quite handy.
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Repulsion shield? And how does that work?
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[ Duh! ]
More specifically, when the shield absorbs a blow, the user can expend that energy to repel the attacker backwards. Sophia is quite brilliant with it.
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Oh, so you mean that it's a literal shield. Still, those require strength to wield. This Sophia must be very impressive.
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I bet she's underestimated often. That's what I like to see the most -- those who have their expectations flipped on its head in the middle of a fight.
[It's so satisfying to see! He's sure this Sophia would agree.]
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At least you were in good hands.
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[Not like it was full of horrors and drama and trauma or anything, right.]
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[ #justbaroviathings ]
In the meantime, I believe you have a weapon to acquaint yourself with.
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[He wants to know, though he won't push if they're particularly difficult to talk about.]
But right, right... Meditation, is it? I'll get on it soon. Thank you again for the very generous gift, my friend.
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