I know you wouldn't. [He says, words full of smug confidence. And sure enough! There really isn't much that Silco could prevent him doing if he so wished. The past week should've been enough proof of his skills and strength of determination. Although, despite Silco playing it safe, he wasn't foolish enough to buy into the illusion that the man couldn't bring the heat to match his own. He had seen some of that passion and will of his strength during their intimate moments.
The confirmation earns a small smile from Richard.]
Of course, she will. It is our duties as fathers to direct our children towards the right path when they waver. [Unfortunately, he might not have the best opinion of Jinx -- and well, the clumsy and hubris fueled attempt to grab power didn't do her any favors, but that didn't mean he couldn't have respect for the bond that she and her father shared. He wasn't sure whether he believed in Silco and his cause yet, but it is the moment of like these that makes him like the man and see whether he has what it takes to bring his dream to realization.]
The road won't be kind to her, but I am sure you already know that. She might not aspire admiration or trust yet, but as long she plans her next moves carefully the game isn't completely lost. It would do good for her to lose the mask. People are more likely to stand behind a face they can recognize and look up to. Masks are for tales and fantasies.
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Date: 2024-08-03 05:33 pm (UTC)The confirmation earns a small smile from Richard.]
Of course, she will. It is our duties as fathers to direct our children towards the right path when they waver. [Unfortunately, he might not have the best opinion of Jinx -- and well, the clumsy and hubris fueled attempt to grab power didn't do her any favors, but that didn't mean he couldn't have respect for the bond that she and her father shared. He wasn't sure whether he believed in Silco and his cause yet, but it is the moment of like these that makes him like the man and see whether he has what it takes to bring his dream to realization.]
The road won't be kind to her, but I am sure you already know that. She might not aspire admiration or trust yet, but as long she plans her next moves carefully the game isn't completely lost. It would do good for her to lose the mask. People are more likely to stand behind a face they can recognize and look up to. Masks are for tales and fantasies.