[Cecil gives him a long, searching look. He knows Ceodore is being sincere in his apology, but it doesn't undo the fact that it should have been Ceodore volunteering himself, not shirking his duties. At least Ursula accepted it with good grace.]
I'm sure you know this already, but your knight trial did not end on the Adamant Isle. Knighthood is an ongoing path to be followed, and part of that includes accepting duties required of you, of putting others before yourself.
[He pauses, and his voice drops.]
One day I will be gone, my son, and the throne of Baron will be left to you. I hope you will accept that, when the time comes.
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Date: 2011-01-16 01:49 am (UTC)I'm sure you know this already, but your knight trial did not end on the Adamant Isle. Knighthood is an ongoing path to be followed, and part of that includes accepting duties required of you, of putting others before yourself.
[He pauses, and his voice drops.]
One day I will be gone, my son, and the throne of Baron will be left to you. I hope you will accept that, when the time comes.