[ It's not that Sam forgets what's at stake in this mission, not that he's disregarded Cathaway's warning or the feeling of needing to keep an eye on people - it's just that it's easier to settle into himself when there's something to focus on, when he's actively working on something instead of just trying to plan for whatever may come.
He and Clint are the same, there. If it's not quite the action that Sam's used to or completely comfortable with - well, this is exactly the kind of mission that Clint is made for, and Sam's confidence in Clint's skill is echoed by the ease in which Clint moves within his role.
A loyal dog indeed, and Sam's mind curls around Clint's in gratitude, nestling deeper into their shared space.
The conversation shifts after Sam mentions what's at stake, talking about the interest in Hyrypia and the enviable position the Hyrypians are in to have such control over the outcome of the war. Sam mostly listens, returning Clint's amusement. ]
(What kind of noble would I be if I didn't play favorites based on my mood, and have a different answer to that question every time it was asked?)
[ No, he means, he would never. Clint's importance to him isn't something that can be measured up against anyone else's. ]
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He and Clint are the same, there. If it's not quite the action that Sam's used to or completely comfortable with - well, this is exactly the kind of mission that Clint is made for, and Sam's confidence in Clint's skill is echoed by the ease in which Clint moves within his role.
A loyal dog indeed, and Sam's mind curls around Clint's in gratitude, nestling deeper into their shared space.
The conversation shifts after Sam mentions what's at stake, talking about the interest in Hyrypia and the enviable position the Hyrypians are in to have such control over the outcome of the war. Sam mostly listens, returning Clint's amusement. ]
( What kind of noble would I be if I didn't play favorites based on my mood, and have a different answer to that question every time it was asked? )
[ No, he means, he would never. Clint's importance to him isn't something that can be measured up against anyone else's. ]