Lost Creek Hollow venustas

germancius was not surprised to hear that it was in ico this merrick placed trust. already he found the boy easy to speak, slow to kindle; those were qualities befitting any sort of worthwhile counsellor. but the alabaster seraph was wearied by this, troubled.

not enjoying the sight of his chosen companion so despondent, germanicus moved himself closer. it was a pointed gesture; he hid no part of it, only looked upon ico with a steadying gaze. some part of him did not wish to ask after what had been said, yet curiosity prevailed. but germanicus was nothing if not oathbound. it was not his affair. and yet, "do you feel that you helped him?"