[ Relief unhitches a tension along Paul’s spine that frees up more space to set his shoulder for the crab that now is all but fully emerged, its eyes swiveling on stalks thick as a child’s wrists. It’s a welcome change to come across someone reasonable. He’s beginning to remember why he liked Silver in the first place, and the needle prick of intuition is easily set aside. ]
Hopefully, one’s a weapon - and if not, I can recommend a few smiths.
[ He grins, close-mouthed and playful, and gives the older man a nod. ]
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Hopefully, one’s a weapon - and if not, I can recommend a few smiths.
[ He grins, close-mouthed and playful, and gives the older man a nod. ]
I’m sure. But next time, I’ll defer point to you.