[ He had hoped this time was different, but hope is unreliable. Unlike action, it shifts and flickers, leading to misunderstandings and mirages. Lan Xichen frowns slightly, the expression creasing his brow. ]
In the past, it was convenient for both of us. We both had something to gain through a friendship with each other. It did not have to be more than that, because we both had our own concerns and paths to follow.
I feel that when we Bonded here, it might have been an echo of that. A return to our past arrangement. It was not so bad before, but my path has changed. I no longer want convenience.
/Private
[ He had hoped this time was different, but hope is unreliable. Unlike action, it shifts and flickers, leading to misunderstandings and mirages. Lan Xichen frowns slightly, the expression creasing his brow. ]
In the past, it was convenient for both of us. We both had something to gain through a friendship with each other. It did not have to be more than that, because we both had our own concerns and paths to follow.
I feel that when we Bonded here, it might have been an echo of that. A return to our past arrangement. It was not so bad before, but my path has changed. I no longer want convenience.