Half-brother. He was the of the four main gods -- the guardian spirit to the mountain we lived on. He thought his face was the epitome of beauty, but it was really his temper that kept everyone in line.
Which is why everything fell apart when he ran away. Maybe things would have been different if he taught his people how to take care of themselves, and didn't just rely on his face all the time.
[ he actually hears this story and nods along like. this is very much the type of story that he knows. this is familiar territory. ]
I see. A lesson in being a fair ruler. [ ... ] I like to think I was a decent Prince. I did what princes are supposed to do, considering that I was not a King. But I think I understand. I relied on, erm, my face, and didn't know how to take care of anyone at all.
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Which is why everything fell apart when he ran away. Maybe things would have been different if he taught his people how to take care of themselves, and didn't just rely on his face all the time.
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I see. A lesson in being a fair ruler. [ ... ] I like to think I was a decent Prince. I did what princes are supposed to do, considering that I was not a King. But I think I understand. I relied on, erm, my face, and didn't know how to take care of anyone at all.
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Do you think you're better at it now?
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[ he seems sincere, at least, when he says this. ]
I am trying.
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[hmmmm]
I don't like anyone, but I don't hate you yet. That's pretty rare.
[this really is a compliment in rang's eyes,]
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is so happy to get the compliment that this guy doesn't hate him? this is such a low bar. wow. amazing! ]
Really? That's. Certainly a new one for me, actually. I'm quite glad you don't hate me?
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Good. You should be. [OKAY] Try not to change that in the future.