[It's times like these that he almost wishes that come of the things that had been done to him in the ocean had been kept; he can't quite smile the way he could before, but it's clear from his expression that he would be doing just that if he could.]
I am looking forward to it.
[But then she lets those simple words escape her. It makes his chest tighten again--he's not sure what with, but it's something almost nerve-wracking. It's strange, but not unwelcome, and yet it strengthens his resolve in some ways.
...He really should let go of her, shouldn't he, he's being improper and could give her the wrong idea--
(But what is the right idea, in these circumstances? Lif doesn't know.)]
...Of course, Aela. It is never any trouble; I am willing to do all I can for you.
[That feels forward. Too much so, really. Lif's grip softens on Aela's shoulder before attempting to withdraw entirely, and Lif finds his gaze going elsewhere while the blue parts of his face darken a touch. It's fine. Everything's fine.]
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I am looking forward to it.
[But then she lets those simple words escape her. It makes his chest tighten again--he's not sure what with, but it's something almost nerve-wracking. It's strange, but not unwelcome, and yet it strengthens his resolve in some ways.
...He really should let go of her, shouldn't he, he's being improper and could give her the wrong idea--
(But what is the right idea, in these circumstances? Lif doesn't know.)]
...Of course, Aela. It is never any trouble; I am willing to do all I can for you.
[That feels forward. Too much so, really. Lif's grip softens on Aela's shoulder before attempting to withdraw entirely, and Lif finds his gaze going elsewhere while the blue parts of his face darken a touch. It's fine. Everything's fine.]