[It has indeed been quite some time, but Zenyatta still recognises the familiar strains of Auden's aura even before he does his voice; perhaps prematurely he positively lights up his end of the connection with pleasure.
True, as Arden's reasons for making contact become clear, there is somewhat less to celebrate, and his enthusiasm tempers to somewhat more appropriate levels. He listens in respectful silence, then, waits for him to finish-
- and when he speaks, the overall effect is less pleased than it is soft, and warm, and, above all else, proud.]
It is only when we are challenged that we realise not only how far we have yet to go, but also how far we have come. [His orbs chime in the background, once, twice, as if marking time.] You have triumphed, my student! Small though it may seem, you have brooked a great storm with courage.
[The sounds of his orbs bring back good memories too, of forest silence and those being the only sounds he can hear. Arden is smiling slightly at the praise - he likes the compliments of course, but he knows all too well how much it'll take out of him to bridge a gap with Riku.]
I appreciate your words. And if you have time, of course I'd be happy to meet with you again.
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True, as Arden's reasons for making contact become clear, there is somewhat less to celebrate, and his enthusiasm tempers to somewhat more appropriate levels. He listens in respectful silence, then, waits for him to finish-
- and when he speaks, the overall effect is less pleased than it is soft, and warm, and, above all else, proud.]
It is only when we are challenged that we realise not only how far we have yet to go, but also how far we have come. [His orbs chime in the background, once, twice, as if marking time.] You have triumphed, my student! Small though it may seem, you have brooked a great storm with courage.
[a pause.]
Would you like to meet?
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I appreciate your words. And if you have time, of course I'd be happy to meet with you again.