[he learned from the best - being around Hank taught him more than he ever thought possible. no one else (aside from Markus) gave him the time of day, or encouraged him to have wants of his own. being in Etraya has shaped him more, too. he's stepped out from his usual role and is beginning to help lead people in the right direction. that's what he hopes, anyway.
his lopsided smile falters at Hank's question, but he shakes his head.]
No. I have had a few close calls, but I haven't died. People don't die here, not permanently. [he lets that sink in.] Do you want to talk about this over a meal?
[he knows you're hungry, Hank. they don't have to do this in the lobby of the hospital.]
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[he learned from the best - being around Hank taught him more than he ever thought possible. no one else (aside from Markus) gave him the time of day, or encouraged him to have wants of his own. being in Etraya has shaped him more, too. he's stepped out from his usual role and is beginning to help lead people in the right direction. that's what he hopes, anyway.
his lopsided smile falters at Hank's question, but he shakes his head.]
No. I have had a few close calls, but I haven't died. People don't die here, not permanently. [he lets that sink in.] Do you want to talk about this over a meal?
[he knows you're hungry, Hank. they don't have to do this in the lobby of the hospital.]