[ Erich soaks in that praise like rays of warm sunshine. In that moment, it's evident just how much he still seeks his father's approval. Wants to be someone that Lahabrea can be proud of, even just a little bit. ]
Thank you. It was... made with everything I had.
I never thought anyone like Themis would ever even notice the likes of me, and I want to make sure that everything is as perfect as it can be. To show my gratitude.
[ Ahh but now he's getting mushy. ]
Ah- sorry. Please, don't let me stop you eating more, I don't want it to go cold.
[ As if the man couldn't reheat it with a snap of his fingers. ]
[The funny thing is, Lahabrea is already proud of him. While the grumpy old man is hesitant to say it, the adoring look in his eyes speaks volumes. Hephaistos always struggled to express his emotions, even now. However, it seems that the old man is ironically finding his voice.]
I trust Elidibus wears it with pride.
[He wouldn't be surprised to see Elidibus wearing the engagement ring during his next visit here.]
Even if it wasn't perfect, he would still wear it. [He replies with a faint smile.] Perfection means little to those who love you for who you are.
Therefore, there's no need for you to chase it so earnestly.
[They've both grown in their own ways. While Erichthonios' transformation is more visible in his eyes, Lahabrea admits that a part of himself has changed as well. Perhaps it has something to do with the time he spent in this simulation, or perhaps it has everything to do with the fact that Etheirys continues to thrive without him. Regardless, he no longer feels the need to cling to his previous lofty perceptions.]
Strive if you must. However, you do not have to be perfect in my eyes or anyone else's.
[He would've never said such a thing in the past. Something has changed.]
In any case, how should we plan this wedding? I have some ideas, but as father-of-the-would-be groom, you're entitled to this honor.
[ He can't articulate how much it means to hear that, but some tension is released from his body it seems. It will be a long road to undoing the damage done, but the fact that he's willing to try so earnestly.
he laughs at the question, glad for such intense enthusiasm for the event. ]
I would hear them gladly. Themis wants to invite nearly the whole population knowing him and I would not deny him that. That said, I do not wish for anything extravagant. I want it to feel... warm. Like home.
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Thank you. It was... made with everything I had.
I never thought anyone like Themis would ever even notice the likes of me, and I want to make sure that everything is as perfect as it can be. To show my gratitude.
[ Ahh but now he's getting mushy. ]
Ah- sorry. Please, don't let me stop you eating more, I don't want it to go cold.
[ As if the man couldn't reheat it with a snap of his fingers. ]
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I trust Elidibus wears it with pride.
[He wouldn't be surprised to see Elidibus wearing the engagement ring during his next visit here.]
Even if it wasn't perfect, he would still wear it. [He replies with a faint smile.] Perfection means little to those who love you for who you are.
Therefore, there's no need for you to chase it so earnestly.
[A bit of advice for you, dear son.]
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[ It's surprising to hear that from his father, but he has grown. They both have. ]
Thank you... I guess it's just in my nature to give my everything.
I'll probably never produce perfection, but as long as I keep striving for it, I can at least get close someday.
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Strive if you must. However, you do not have to be perfect in my eyes or anyone else's.
[He would've never said such a thing in the past. Something has changed.]
In any case, how should we plan this wedding? I have some ideas, but as father-of-the-would-be groom, you're entitled to this honor.
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he laughs at the question, glad for such intense enthusiasm for the event. ]
I would hear them gladly. Themis wants to invite nearly the whole population knowing him and I would not deny him that. That said, I do not wish for anything extravagant. I want it to feel... warm. Like home.