Shady

(Oof that’s also rough lol I just put my hood up until my car warmed up. It’s tough cause I’m working inside today and don’t want to be forced to ...

(Hehe. I honestly don’t have much else to add. Wanna skip somewhere?)

Rifkin blinked, remembering the lad. “…My apologies. I didn’t mean to… cause offense.” He dipped his head. “I’m glad to hear that.”

Rifkin’s shoulders relaxed ever so slightly and he nodded. “I’m very glad to hear that, kiddo.” His gaze fluttered over to where Talia had also approached. He furrowed his brow ...

“I’m have no doubt.” Ky smiled. “Thank you.” (Yeah but now it’s 40 fucking degrees and I’m freezing to death because my insulation is gone haha)

Rifkin was quiet for a moment, looking down at Ky. His voice was quiet and gentle when he asked, “truly?” She nodded. He wrapped her in an even tighter hug. ...

Aeron watched them for a moment then turned and mounted Aenyra, then turned her down the road. He was more than ready for bed.

“Don’t mention it.” He nodded to them. “Have a good night.”

Ky grinned and ran past him, wrapping Rifkin in a tight hug. “Oof… there’s a good la…d.” He was tense, but slowly relaxed into her embrace and returned it, patting ...

(I cleaned and buzzed my hair tonight both of which for the first time in forever and I’m feeling hella fresh tonight. It’s unrelated to anything but I’m happy lol) ...

“Oh, um… hi…” Rifkin said awkwardly. “I was looking for—“ Ky jumped up, recognizing his voice. “Mr. Rifkin?!” She stepped towards the door and he blinked at her in surprise. ...

There’d been a lot of emotions and more than a few bouts of tears but now they’d settled down in one of the parlors playing a board game. Rifkin knocked. ...

(Sure!) Rifkin was surprised when an escort actually showed up to his room and said he really was free to wander around. He’d gone in search of the kids immediately, ...

“Oh, uh…” she blushed and shrugged, glancing away. She hadn’t expected him to say that. “It’s… yeah. Um… thanks. For going along with it?” She glanced back at him. “Sara ...

“I should hope not,” Aeron agreed, coming to a stop by the tavern. “This your stop I believe.”