We have. I figure the only thing I can really do is exactly what I've been doing: uphold the things I value, publicly. And be honest. Peoples' imaginations are usually calmed a bit if you answer questions truthfully. We haven't done more than go on a chaperoned walk, really. Pretty boring.
You thought to have a chaperone. [ Her shoulder sag at that, some of the pressure of the situation taken off not only Pel and Norrington- but the remainder of the Council. Fighting for approval and authority is difficult enough without potential murmurs of a scandal. ] This is why I am fond of you. Always so practical.
You will likely need to remain mindful and- I am not going to lie. I have my reservations. I will likely have them for some time more- an I am going to speak to him about this. The situation is delicate with the new order and the Council within the Inquisition- it is delicate for the Inquisition as a whole. We must be mindful as we move forward of...everything.
That's why I wanted to talk to you. We have to be really careful about this, and investigate every corner. I'm not so attached to this relationship that I'm willing to compromise the Council.
I grew up among elves in the Spire. [ She shrugs. ] I am aware that you age gracefully- and that sixteen year olds tend to be a bit shorter and a bit more...I think the term they used most often is 'noodly'.
Which is why I have reservations rather than concerns. Concerns are professional. Reservations are personal and have no weight in the matter. I am worried for you but...I trust that you will handle yourselves accordingly.
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You will likely need to remain mindful and- I am not going to lie. I have my reservations. I will likely have them for some time more- an I am going to speak to him about this. The situation is delicate with the new order and the Council within the Inquisition- it is delicate for the Inquisition as a whole. We must be mindful as we move forward of...everything.
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But, um. The chaperone was his idea.
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[ It isn't an entirely unbearable idea. ]
He is a bit older, isn't he? [ A bit. A respectable bit at that. ] I suppose I should not be so surprised.
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[She doesn't recall ever telling.]
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