I suppose we do need a name of some sort, but heaven forbid we collectively agree on what that would be.
[ There's rueful humour there, before she clears her throat. ]
For what it's worth, I understand why the four of you kept us at arms length, even with what some of us have accomplished. We emerged from the mist that's been haunting and hurting this island and its people for decades, after all. But you still opened your gates to us, gave us a chance to recover and settle in. Those who've arrived later may not recognise that for what it is, but for someone powerless compared to the others that arrived out of the incense...Know that that kindness is something I will still do my best to repay.
And if I can do so by being the Viper representative here, then, consider the job accepted. [a hint of humour] Though I hope Salamander plans to partner me with someone of her choosing, once you inform her? If we're working as a coterie team, that is.
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[ There's rueful humour there, before she clears her throat. ]
For what it's worth, I understand why the four of you kept us at arms length, even with what some of us have accomplished. We emerged from the mist that's been haunting and hurting this island and its people for decades, after all. But you still opened your gates to us, gave us a chance to recover and settle in. Those who've arrived later may not recognise that for what it is, but for someone powerless compared to the others that arrived out of the incense...Know that that kindness is something I will still do my best to repay.
And if I can do so by being the Viper representative here, then, consider the job accepted. [a hint of humour] Though I hope Salamander plans to partner me with someone of her choosing, once you inform her? If we're working as a coterie team, that is.