Redsand Canyon Home hearth

maxim did not often think he was an emotional man — or rather, he did not think he was emotional outside of his family. he loved his children deeply. cared for towhee deeply. would do anything for them!

those feelings were not the same as the bond between soldiers.

he felt honor and duty here. a closeness brought by the bond of mereo and their trainings. and this seemed proven by the compliment laid at his feet by reyson. a man deeply wounded who had trusted him first, he thought. it was a true honor and he considered the words of the man.

perhaps you wish to test my abilities as a counselor then. a smile that was more a thin comfort than anything beaming or bright. will you speak to me of these things? i won't press for you to meet the others right away, but we can be like brothers in our soldier ranks. maybe you teach me some of your warrior skills, i offer my guardianship and ears when needed.