He was smiling to himself. "That right there." He pointed to Marcella as she gave Mattathias a hug. "That's the best thing anyone can hope for. That pure love of a child. Having someone who'll take time to let you know you're not alone."
"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik
"u and rina are systematically watering down the grammar of yws" - Atticus "From the fish mother to the fish death god." - lehmanf "A fish stole my identity. I blame shady" - Omni [they/he]
"I'm glad those kids are alright." He watched as Tomhas lifted both children into his arms then scooped Oscar up as well. "I remember how nervous Gaius was about them. Sara was fine; she's always fine. She has a good head on her shoulders. But I remember seeing those kids for the first time and knowing for sure they'd be fine. They're smart, sweet kids just like their cousins, and they're going to do great things."
"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik
"They are," Ky agreed with a nod. "They all have so much potential -- from Lyra all the way down to Regulus. A wonderful brood, to be sure."
"u and rina are systematically watering down the grammar of yws" - Atticus "From the fish mother to the fish death god." - lehmanf "A fish stole my identity. I blame shady" - Omni [they/he]
"Sometimes I wish I had some kids to be proud of, too. But the light coming off of my nieces and nephews is enough for me, I think. I'm a busy man, after all."
"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik
"That's fair." Ky nodded. "Kids are a lot of work."
"u and rina are systematically watering down the grammar of yws" - Atticus "From the fish mother to the fish death god." - lehmanf "A fish stole my identity. I blame shady" - Omni [they/he]
"Imagine running a tailoring business, taking care of my aunt, and having a bunch of little me's running about underfoot!" Wick chuckled. "I'd lose my mind before sundown."
"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik
Ky laughed. "I imagine it'd be easier with a partner. I couldn't imagine doing it alone."
"u and rina are systematically watering down the grammar of yws" - Atticus "From the fish mother to the fish death god." - lehmanf "A fish stole my identity. I blame shady" - Omni [they/he]
"That's true, but I've been an eligible bachelor all my life and only one fellow's come to call. Not my type at all."
"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik
"u and rina are systematically watering down the grammar of yws" - Atticus "From the fish mother to the fish death god." - lehmanf "A fish stole my identity. I blame shady" - Omni [they/he]
Wick shrugged. "I'm only thirty-one; anything could happen. I could meet a beautiful cobbler one day and we could open a joint business!"
(We might wanna make a new thread!)
"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik
(I was just thinking the same thing! It's been ten days, we're insane xD) (There can be 15 posts per page and I believe this one is 12 so you me you and I'll make a new thread at that point?)
"That's true!" Ky said encouragingly. "That'd be wonderful having a life partner with all the same goals as you. I wish you the best."
"u and rina are systematically watering down the grammar of yws" - Atticus "From the fish mother to the fish death god." - lehmanf "A fish stole my identity. I blame shady" - Omni [they/he]
"Why, thank you." Wick dipped his head to her and smiled. "I wish you the best as well." Tomhas hoisted first Marcella, then Mattathias, then Oscar into the head of the cat. They all cheered and held tightly to each other so as not to slip off.
"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik
"Thank you." Ky nodded, returning the smile. "There's hope for us yet. Tomhas says so."
"u and rina are systematically watering down the grammar of yws" - Atticus "From the fish mother to the fish death god." - lehmanf "A fish stole my identity. I blame shady" - Omni [they/he]
"I've found that Tomhas is wise for his age, so that's a safe bet." Wick began to walk over to help Tomhas with the children.
"The Imperial need for control is so desperate because it is so unnatural. Tyranny requires constant effort. It breaks, it leaks. Authority is brittle. Oppression is the mask of fear. Remember that." -Karis Nemik
