[ From a woman who's usually so boisterous, it may seem odd that the change in her after hearing that news isn't the most obvious. One might occasionally expect some kind of outburst, a plea, but all that happens is that her hands clench into fists, the look in her eyes darkening into rage. The thought of Anders being in danger makes her feel physically ill, but she's good at hiding it.
Good at channelling her worry into anger, something far more worthwhile in this situation. Hawke swallows the lump in her throat. ]
I'll be ready. ... Thank you, for telling me.
[ He's right. Finding out the hard way would not make her very happy. ]
[ Her reaction is reminiscent of a soldier; slight, barely visible, except for the added tension it brings. Hopefully, that will make her stronger as they move, instead of compromising her. Telling her was a risk, but ultimately, he thinks it was the right one to take. ]
You're welcome. It's what I would want, in your position.
[ A hesitation, then. ]
A...very good friend of mine was taken, as well. I'm far from flippant about this, believe me. We will get every one of them back, if I have anything to do with it.
It seems that both of us are in the same position, then. I'll do my best to make sure that all of them come home, I promise.
[ Not just because she knows that Anders is in among them. Of course, it helps to make Hawke all the more determined to succeed, but she was prepared to even before she knew the truth of her friend's predicament.
And hearing that Sturmhond had someone that he was missing made her feel all the more sympathetic towards him. ]
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Good at channelling her worry into anger, something far more worthwhile in this situation. Hawke swallows the lump in her throat. ]
I'll be ready. ... Thank you, for telling me.
[ He's right. Finding out the hard way would not make her very happy. ]
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You're welcome. It's what I would want, in your position.
[ A hesitation, then. ]
A...very good friend of mine was taken, as well. I'm far from flippant about this, believe me. We will get every one of them back, if I have anything to do with it.
"very good friend"
[ Not just because she knows that Anders is in among them. Of course, it helps to make Hawke all the more determined to succeed, but she was prepared to even before she knew the truth of her friend's predicament.
And hearing that Sturmhond had someone that he was missing made her feel all the more sympathetic towards him. ]
get out you don't know his life!!!1!!
[ Sturmhond smiles at her, and glances up to see the rest of the group. It won't be long until they leave. ]
We'll be moving soon. Do you have everything you need?
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[ The mabari barks cheerfully at her side, as if agreeing that he's all she needs. ]
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I always liked dogs. He looks as ready as you are.
You'll take him with you?
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[ The mabari barks happily by way of confirmation. ]
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[ Strange, dangerous animals are only likely to work in their favour against the Neraki. They need as many advantages as they can get. ]
I need to make sure everyone's been briefed. I imagine I'll see you on the field, Hawke.