6th ♥ [Written]

[erythrophilia]

So all the little warriors are off to their battlefields, are they? Unfortunate the Malnosso don't allow spectators. I'm sure it would be quite the sight to see.

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[mountain_sage]

Yes, the draftees are leaving. I'd not want to see the battle, but I will wait faithfully for their safe return.

[erythrophilia]

Ah, so loyal, waiting at home. Anyone in particular you wish to see first among the returnees?

[mountain_sage]

Kain Highwind and Lady Rydia.

[They are first in his mind, as well as Ceodore's father, although they haven't met yet.]

[erythrophilia]

How lucky they are to have you waiting for them. I do hope they know the riches they have.

[mountain_sage]

"Riches?" Of what sort do you speak?

[erythrophilia]

Why, the luxury of friendship, of loyalty, of having someone care for them. People take it for granted far too often.

[mountain_sage]

Yes, Kain and Rydia are aware of our friendship and support.

You speak truly, as many people are caught in the strife of material wealth.

[erythrophilia]

Rare. Be sure to cherish it, my dear.

The strife of material wealth, a dearth of moral compass, so many things.

[mountain_sage]

I shall.

Humans have many flaws, but on the other hand, they also have a hidden strength.

[erythrophilia]

That they do. Sad they rarely let it be seen.

[mountain_sage]

Yes...

Is there anyone in particular you're waiting for to return from the battle?

[erythrophilia]

No, not really.

Well, perhaps one or two, but no one in particular.

[mountain_sage]

I see.

[erythrophilia]

Unlike you, I have not been blessed by having close friends.

[mountain_sage]

Hmm? Why is that?

[erythrophilia]

Several reasons.

People here can be so antagonistic to someone who has even the slightest deviance from the norm.