“good.” it’s blunt, and doesn’t quite show how relieved he is. his face beneath the mask is just as blank as ever. “your presence ( will * ) be integral to our next steps. come, let us talk privately. away from prying eyes and all.”

The Puritan.@landshadow.bsky.social · 2y ago

-- He looked upon @easternmonster.bsky.social and something in the breeze told the commander that the newcomer smiled. 'Do not be afraid. I heard your pleas and hunger and came from the outback to rally your men once more. My friend, the time of waiting is past.'

there are fewer places lanius would like to be less than at @bvrnedman.bsky.social’s side. still, he is forced to be. it’s a shame that he feels committed to his choice to remain in the legion. it’s this that causes him not to argue — at least this time, he’s free to leave when he likes. +

lead paint stare.

watching through his mask at a distance.

⠀⠀ ⠀THE MONSTER ⠀⠀ ⠀OF THE EAST.