[ Cullen frowns at how the conversation turns, though he isn't surprised. Neria is very right in her saying she has quite a bit to answer for. The Inquisition will have just as much to answer for after having accepted her help without question. Even Cullen is rather surprised that Kaia allowed her to stay without so much as a set of questions beyond "Are you who you say you are". Perhaps it was in the way Cullen had addressed her that Kaia found trust in the woman, though such a path taken is not without the potential of unstable ground. ]
[ It is clear that things will not be easy, that they have much to discuss and cater to along with the rest of the mess they have before them. While Cullen is thankful merely for Neria's presence, she has a point. The frown falters, left behind for his normal, serious expression that has gotten him so much teasing among his peers. But it is necessary. ]
Whatever consequences follow your alliance and loyalty to the Inquisition, ten years passed or not, we will accept them. The Inquisitor has a good sense of judgment, and we all trust she has a plan worth awaiting results for.
[ With a sigh, he looks down, shaking his head. ]
I've no patience for the dealings of nobles and the rumors they spin. If that is what they will see fit to spread among the lands, Josephine is properly equipped to deal with such matters.
I understand your concerns, but try and consider your joining the Inquisition as your second chance. As I have.
[ There's a moment that he lingers, thumbs brushing over her knuckles before he finally lets go of her hands. Cullen makes way to his desk, shuffling through papers that scatter the surface of it. ]
I will see to it that you are provided your own room. You should allow yourself some time to clean up, visit our healers to ensure the journey has not given you sickness or injury. I'm sure you are hungry.
[ Even amidst all of his worry and shock, there is still much to do. Cullen pauses a moment when he looks back at her. An expression of sympathy back to take over what had once been serious. ]
This... Is also my quarters. Should you require anything from me, you know where to find me. We will begin our duties in the morning and delegate as needed.
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[ It is clear that things will not be easy, that they have much to discuss and cater to along with the rest of the mess they have before them. While Cullen is thankful merely for Neria's presence, she has a point. The frown falters, left behind for his normal, serious expression that has gotten him so much teasing among his peers. But it is necessary. ]
Whatever consequences follow your alliance and loyalty to the Inquisition, ten years passed or not, we will accept them. The Inquisitor has a good sense of judgment, and we all trust she has a plan worth awaiting results for.
[ With a sigh, he looks down, shaking his head. ]
I've no patience for the dealings of nobles and the rumors they spin. If that is what they will see fit to spread among the lands, Josephine is properly equipped to deal with such matters.
I understand your concerns, but try and consider your joining the Inquisition as your second chance. As I have.
[ There's a moment that he lingers, thumbs brushing over her knuckles before he finally lets go of her hands. Cullen makes way to his desk, shuffling through papers that scatter the surface of it. ]
I will see to it that you are provided your own room. You should allow yourself some time to clean up, visit our healers to ensure the journey has not given you sickness or injury. I'm sure you are hungry.
[ Even amidst all of his worry and shock, there is still much to do. Cullen pauses a moment when he looks back at her. An expression of sympathy back to take over what had once been serious. ]
This... Is also my quarters. Should you require anything from me, you know where to find me. We will begin our duties in the morning and delegate as needed.