["Lazarus" nods stiffly, committing the name to memory. He speaks Chinese, at least Mandarin, though he's beginning to sense that it doesn't matter here. He's spoken a few different languages to his own ears to those he's met, and it doesn't seem to matter. Comprehension seems to be universal.
He'd reflect on it more, if his attention wasn't so very needed in the present moment. He jumps back hastily as the floorboard breaks under Chin Yisou's heel. At least he appears uninjured.
He peers ahead in response to the invitation, squinting, before his features relax. Gradually, his eyes grow wide, though his tone remains placid and calm.]
It's clear to me that this was a futile battle. Whatever they were up against dealt with them like a child with a dollhouse...
[The fact that the box isn't scattered and akimbo like everything else in this chamber draws his notice. Was it placed there after? He glances away from it, back to Chin Yisou.]
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["Lazarus" nods stiffly, committing the name to memory. He speaks Chinese, at least Mandarin, though he's beginning to sense that it doesn't matter here. He's spoken a few different languages to his own ears to those he's met, and it doesn't seem to matter. Comprehension seems to be universal.
He'd reflect on it more, if his attention wasn't so very needed in the present moment. He jumps back hastily as the floorboard breaks under Chin Yisou's heel. At least he appears uninjured.
He peers ahead in response to the invitation, squinting, before his features relax. Gradually, his eyes grow wide, though his tone remains placid and calm.]
It's clear to me that this was a futile battle. Whatever they were up against dealt with them like a child with a dollhouse...
[The fact that the box isn't scattered and akimbo like everything else in this chamber draws his notice. Was it placed there after? He glances away from it, back to Chin Yisou.]
What stands out to you?