mental link, v important questions;

[narcissithstic]

(Tell me, have any of you spoken to Cathaway within the last two months.)

[The newer Hosts are the most likely suspects, but perhaps through the link—

Perhaps he feels nothing not because of distance, but because she's chosen to keep him locked out. The possibility is a nagging itch at the base of his skull; he'd rather know for certain.]

Comments

[circumspector]

( Sometimes. It's certainly what I am used to doing.

But I definitely would prefer to try and get this mission done sooner rather and later before it becomes even more complicated. )

[narcissithstic]

(Anyone that comes too close to us will be dealt with. I promise you that.)

[The ability to rend minds? It helps, sometimes.]

(Until then, focus on your training. Make no assumptions about the dangers you might face.)

[circumspector]

( I'll make sure of it. I'll do what I have to, I always do. You don't need to worry about me on that account. )

[ She already has, and she keeps that close - not that she thinks Ren will care. He'd probably be approving of what she'd done. ]

[narcissithstic]

(Good.

Mastery over yourself keeps you one step above the rest of the Nest, and worthy of that honor.

I have faith you'll only continue to deserve it.)

[Or if not, you know, whatever. He'll just shun you nbd.]

[circumspector]

( Thank you, sir. Still, it'll be good to see them again. )

[narcissithstic]

('Sir'?)

[circumspector]

( Oh, sorry - Lord Ren. )

[ ... Ren, plz. ]

[narcissithstic]

(Better.)

[Don't let him catch you using anything but, Angel.]