Yes, I think they all realized they pushed things a little too close to the brink.
[Even if it was a display of power or superiority, the factions did seem to recognize the need to avoid all-out war. It’s more than he can say for back home, which is something of a depressing thought. Then again, things hadn’t exactly ended on a high note at the summit, either. In the end, Viktor had decided that no matter how intriguing Thorne’s magic is, he’s best suited for the Free Cities. That’s where his talents are—anywhere else, he’d be starting from scratch, and he simply doesn’t have that kind of time.
Jesper, at least, has a way of lightening the situation, and Viktor offers an exasperated little laugh.]
Almost. [Don’t mind him and his many degrees, probably. It’s not that Viktor is particularly worried about Jesper stealing his work or selling secrets, only that he thinks there are others who shouldn’t be allowed unfettered access to certain projects.] If you must know, there’s nothing to see just yet. I’m still getting started.
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[Even if it was a display of power or superiority, the factions did seem to recognize the need to avoid all-out war. It’s more than he can say for back home, which is something of a depressing thought. Then again, things hadn’t exactly ended on a high note at the summit, either. In the end, Viktor had decided that no matter how intriguing Thorne’s magic is, he’s best suited for the Free Cities. That’s where his talents are—anywhere else, he’d be starting from scratch, and he simply doesn’t have that kind of time.
Jesper, at least, has a way of lightening the situation, and Viktor offers an exasperated little laugh.]
Almost. [Don’t mind him and his many degrees, probably. It’s not that Viktor is particularly worried about Jesper stealing his work or selling secrets, only that he thinks there are others who shouldn’t be allowed unfettered access to certain projects.] If you must know, there’s nothing to see just yet. I’m still getting started.
[Just doing a little light exploding.]