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Perhaps overly so, given what I've missed.

An old man needs his rest.

Nothing has happened that the rest of us can't handle, luckily. It seems the creatures are being spared.

I'm younger than myself, you know.

Mm. I'm unsure if either choice was the best or most ethical. Was there any discussion about how to prevent another gathering of these things?

That much is true. Think you'd look like that if you aged?

It was brought up at one point. I don't think anyone knows and right now it's all speculation.

What would you have voted, teacher?

I believe it'd be a fair approximation, minus the beard.

Mm. Likely for keeping a few to try and develop better ways to prevent this in the future. As for the others, I can't say that the constant falling asleep is advisable for the position that this operation is currently in.

Why wouldn't you grow a beard in your old age?

That man, Dorian, says he can extract mana from their bodies.

It has never been a style that looked good on me, Achilles. Try and imagine it, if you will.

Does he? Interesting. I was aware that he was a mage.

I remember as a child saying that you should grow one... Didn't I use your hair to see it for myself? [ And he'd probably use it to make his own beard. He was an annoying, hyperactive kid. ]

He seems powerful... Could make a good Master.

Edited 2017-12-24 15:53 (UTC)

You might have. Either way, I think we can both agree that it isn't fitting now.

He's a charming mage. We've had a number of good conversations so far.

Never said I agreed!

Have you, now? Then you might want to ask him to contract with you before another servant takes him for themselves. He's likely the most powerful mage here, after all.

[ Is that a challenge? Or maybe he's looking out for you. ]

Hm, is that how you remember it?

If that is your own intention, I invite you to take the opportunity rather than wait for me to make a decision, Achilles.

I have a few candidates in mind.

I was only wondering if you did as well.

It has been something I've considered, but I can't name a name with any confidence. In terms of demonstrating ability, I'd like a greater opportunity to see their skills in action.

And what of your skills, if you don't have any mana?

I know you're growing weaker, Chiron.

I could worry about your state just as much, Achilles.

I've saved up plenty of mana.

You wouldn't stand a chance against me as we are now. You're lucky we aren't on opposing sides anymore. [ By thotting. ]

Achilles. I can and will manage myself. I appreciate and respect your concern, but I also ask that you look after yourself instead of focusing your energy on matters outside of your control.

You've said that before.

I may be your old student, but I'm not a foolish kid anymore. Treat me as your equal.

Haven't I proven myself?

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I'm asking you, equally, to respect a private matter related to my health. That is all. There is no matter of proving yourself that need even enter into this equation.

[ That just makes him more worried. ]

Fine. If you fade in the middle of warfare, I'll at least know it was your own doing.

And should that happen you have every right to chide me.

You'll be dead so how will I be able to do that?

You're worrying too much.

I'm soft-hearted, remember?

I'll see you at training.

You always have been.

Take care of yourself, please.

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