His distaste, at least when it is directed at something other than her, has the unexpected effect of making her less ill-disposed to him - not only because she agrees with it, but because, for a moment, she sees emotion register on his face, and with that begins to realise that it is not scorn that was written on his features before, but nothing at all.
The realisation, along with his comment - compliment? - surprises a small huff of laughter out of her, dry and subdued.
"I was told that there were warriors in this realm. It is a welcome surprise to finally meet one."
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Date: 2023-11-21 04:03 am (UTC)The realisation, along with his comment - compliment? - surprises a small huff of laughter out of her, dry and subdued.
"I was told that there were warriors in this realm. It is a welcome surprise to finally meet one."