[Alright, so maybe that hadn't turned out so badly. Anders isn't laughing at him even as Alistair flushes bright red and studies his feet like they contain a way home with memories intact and a blessing from the Maker Himself. So he hasn't completely ruined his not-at-all made-up reputation as a big, manly warrior. And he does feel a tiny bit better. It doesn't change what happened but it is a welcome reminder that there are people who care about him and are willing to offer comfort, no matter how awkward.
Raising his head just enough to direct a smile at Anders he nods. Drinks it is. Post-hug drinks. It might become a tradition if they keep it up.]
Let's go to the bar. [There's other people there and as unsettled and sick and everything else he feels when his thoughts stray in the wrong direction, company is good. Alistair has always hated being alone, even in the Chantry where most of the other recruits saw him as an annoyance at best their company had been better than being on his own. Yes, Anders will still be here if they stay put but the distraction of a roomful of people would be good too. Unless he does something really embarrassing. And he's pretty sure he's done there for the day.]
Just give me a minute. [Though he really doesn't need to check Purrlock's food and water courtesy of his volunteer sitter he does anyway. With a quick scratch under the chin - the leads to a longer tussle and his fingers getting chewed on - he farewells the cat and turns back to Anders.] Now I'm ready.
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Raising his head just enough to direct a smile at Anders he nods. Drinks it is. Post-hug drinks. It might become a tradition if they keep it up.]
Let's go to the bar. [There's other people there and as unsettled and sick and everything else he feels when his thoughts stray in the wrong direction, company is good. Alistair has always hated being alone, even in the Chantry where most of the other recruits saw him as an annoyance at best their company had been better than being on his own. Yes, Anders will still be here if they stay put but the distraction of a roomful of people would be good too. Unless he does something really embarrassing. And he's pretty sure he's done there for the day.]
Just give me a minute. [Though he really doesn't need to check Purrlock's food and water courtesy of his volunteer sitter he does anyway. With a quick scratch under the chin - the leads to a longer tussle and his fingers getting chewed on - he farewells the cat and turns back to Anders.] Now I'm ready.