[ Augustine need not say anything, as far as Cedrik is concerned, so he does not press. Perhaps he should say something. Offer some comfort or reassurance...something to make sure Augustine knows that he understands what it's like. It's a struggle all Restless face, after all. ]
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[ Finding the right words is also a struggle, at times.
The Viera's eyes lift in surprise when Augustine fills the silence instead, wincing at himself when the dhampir tries to apologize. His work on the wounded hand pauses, Cedrik reaching over and putting a steadying grip on the other's shoulder. ]
All is well, Augustine. You needn't apologize...
[ Cedrik is unharmed beyond a few minor nicks, Augustine's own injuries are being seen to, and they are both out of the cold once more. Everything turned out okay, didn't it? There's no point in laying blame, there's nothing Augustine could have done--
Something in the Viera's gaze hardens, eyes lowering as he realizes that last thought was not wholly his own. There is something he could have done, though Cedrik still doesn't blame his friend...at this point, it needs to be said. ]
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[ Finding the right words is also a struggle, at times.
The Viera's eyes lift in surprise when Augustine fills the silence instead, wincing at himself when the dhampir tries to apologize. His work on the wounded hand pauses, Cedrik reaching over and putting a steadying grip on the other's shoulder. ]
All is well, Augustine. You needn't apologize...
[ Cedrik is unharmed beyond a few minor nicks, Augustine's own injuries are being seen to, and they are both out of the cold once more. Everything turned out okay, didn't it? There's no point in laying blame, there's nothing Augustine could have done--
Something in the Viera's gaze hardens, eyes lowering as he realizes that last thought was not wholly his own. There is something he could have done, though Cedrik still doesn't blame his friend...at this point, it needs to be said. ]
...you need to find a Soulmate.