Library [28.03]

[vkandis-son.livejournal.com]

Karal was a tiny bit dazed as he opened the library this morning.

He was also absent a Firecat, the reason for which was partly responsible for his dazedness.

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Re: First period [28.03]

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The idea that he was of any value was an alien one to him in all directions. His worth, Karal had told him, was not based on his ability to serve others... and yet no one seemed to have an answer for what it should be based on that satisfied him. That he was a being in his own right, that his Liirness justified himself, didn't settle well with him and he didn't know if it was because he was wrong or because they were being too kind.

And power? Him? Oranges and being able to send himself into fits or, heaven forbid, some other creature should he choose (though it would harm him almost as much)? That was ability, right enough, potential... but who was to say he would fulfill it? He intended to and in truth he didn't think he would be able to stand life with his senses awake and his guards as low as they were at the moment since no place was as kind as this, but something like a Wizard? No. Not him. He couldn't see it. He didn't want to see it as well as it was too much responsibility.

A cook, perhaps. A sous chef or even the chef of a restaurant, that was feasible. The worst he could cause someone then would be indigestion.

The mention of allies from other worlds, though, that was comforting enough. Though not when it came to thinking of Shell conniving to harm any of them. That was what vexed him the most sorely.

"As you say," was his only response, accompanied by a nod. Karal had heard most of it before, after all, and he didn't want to take up his whole morning. He had to be off to work, after all. "As it is, I'll try and put it out of my mind for the moment. There are better things to focus on, yes?"

He wasn't repressing, only dealing with those things he felt he could handle. For one, because he'd determined while cooking the meal to have a good day today. And for two, despite their quarrels, Liir hadn't forgotten all the work Karal had sitting in his room and wished to add no more hassle to him.

Re: First period [28.03]

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"Yes," he agreed with a smile. "There are. Especially if you have placed the problem in the hands of someone you trust."

Re: First period [28.03]

[new-to-liirness.livejournal.com]

The only problem being how very much he didn't trust Shell.

"Exactly," he agreed.

"Now, if you're all right," and he gave one last careful look to make sure Karal was "I should probably head off to work. I'll see you at language club?"

Re: First period [28.03]

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"I am, and I will," he promised. "And I'll report back on my lunch."

Re: First period [28.03]

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He nodded.

"Very good. See you soon, I'm sure."

At which point he doffed an invisible cap and trotted his way out the door.