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[knowledgeordeath]

It is all we can do now. We will need our strength should it become necessary to use it.

[That's what he's learned during his time alive. And he knows from personal experience what happens when his body is weakened and worn down to basically nothing.]

[samahl]

[Cyril nods, and eats, though he seems thoughtful as he does.]

Have you visited anyone's dreams so far?

[knowledgeordeath]

I have. The things they are exposing about us...

[He frowns.]

It makes me wonder how deep in our minds they can reach.

[samahl]

I don't think there's a place they can't pull out into the open.

It's... troubling. [And he does seem legitimately disturbed by all of this.]

[knowledgeordeath]

That is something I am discovering.

[His largest regrets pulled to the surface in so painful a manner. The sadness of doing all he can while knowing that he won't be accepted by the world.

Well, Cyril has seen these things now. At this point there is truly nothing to hide.]

You are permitted to stay near me when we are not having to deal with these rooms.

[He's attempting to offer comfort.]

[samahl]

[He sighs, the sound of it relieved.]

And you me.

But then, I've made my desire to have you near pretty clear by now.

[knowledgeordeath]

[His lips actually twitch a little. An almost smile. A sign of how relaxed Cyril is beginning to make him feel. Whether Cyril realizes it or not, this is actually a good sign.]

You have. One should give you credit for not being subtle about what you long for.

[samahl]

You seem the type of person to appreciate honesty. I find myself being more honest with you than most.

[knowledgeordeath]

Have you?

[He looks to Cyril curiously at that. It's not something he expected to hear.]

Why is that?

[samahl]

I'm not sure. [Cyril admits, after a moment.]

I've met men before I felt instantly attracted to, and they usually only got the flirtation and coy remarks. Some of them bedded me, and then we parted ways.

With you... I suppose I think I'd like you to be more.

It's strange. And only seems to get worse every moment I spend with you.

[knowledgeordeath]

[He watches him as he listens, taking in what Cyril has to say. Because he appreciates the honesty so he wants to hear the words from him. Especially since Cyril is offering them freely this way.

It's been a long time since anyone has said words like that to him.]

I see.

[He studies him a moment more and then...]

Your honesty keeps me interested. I can say that much.

[samahl]

[Maybe that's what keeps Cyril from going back into old habits.]

You've been honest with me. I should return the favor.

[And now he's been forced to share even more than he'd like. Sharing in return seems like the least he could do.]

[knowledgeordeath]

[There's a very long moment of silence. However, it likely isn't for the reason that one might think. Largely because the reason? Well...]

You are more attractive when you are honest.

[That's why.]

[samahl]

[A smile spread across Cyril's face. Hearing Kolivan call him attractive almost makes him feel giddy.]

Oh, then I'll keep at it.

Any idea what else you find attractive?

[knowledgeordeath]

[He reaches over to pluck the ration from Cyril's hand so he can have some more of it before handing it back. Apparently they're sharing. Surprise.]

Confidence.

[There. He said something.]

[samahl]

Well, I've plenty of that to spare. [Cyril is more than happy to share. It feels intimate and comfortable.] Might lean towards that vanity side a tad too often.

But can you blame me? I mean, with this face?

[knowledgeordeath]

I suppose it is appealing. I am not able to compare it to other Dalish to know for certain.

[That's not what Cyril means but well here they are.]

I have not been one to prefer looking at someone's appearance usually. Years ago, it was who someone was at their core that I would look at.

[samahl]

Then I hope my core is as beautiful as my face.

[knowledgeordeath]

There are appealing aspects to it.

[samahl]

You think so?

Hmm. This seems a really good opening to fish for compliments, and I'm torn between that and my desire to come upon them naturally.

[knowledgeordeath]

There is more to appreciate if they happen naturally.

[Basically...he's not telling you any unless they're natural, Cyril.]

[samahl]

I agree, and too much between us has happened against our will. Letting things go at our own pace seems the right way to go.

[knowledgeordeath]

Agreed. I believe you will enjoy it more in that light.

[samahl]

I would. [Cyril says with fondness in his tone.]

Besides, I give enough compliments to both of us.

[knowledgeordeath]

This is something that I have noticed.