[When the King draws attention to the council, Concord is the last to turn to him. Not out of any disrespect, but from his attention being slow to break. He's trained in on Ali, has he had been since they started such sparring with words. There are moments like this where he cannot help looking at the dragon with an appreciative eye. When they argue and fuss about their contradictory ideals, it could be difficult to see him as anything more than an obstacle.
When that is called to cease, Concord sees Ali for who he is more clearly. That shift in expression, from combative to listening, it reminds Concord to not be so harsh. Ali... does his best for the kingdom. He's not the snake some may paint him out to be. There is a softness to him, when he is being pulled to compromise.
Concord won't overthink why he yearns to see that softness, even if it's only at a glimpse.
He pulls his gaze away, closing his eyes to nod at the King's words.]
Yes, good King. In a show of good faith, Ali and I will negotiate a fair number, after this meeting. I will advocate for the soldiers within reason. [Concord's eyes shift back to Ali, narrowing to ask]
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Date: 2022-12-20 05:21 am (UTC)When that is called to cease, Concord sees Ali for who he is more clearly. That shift in expression, from combative to listening, it reminds Concord to not be so harsh. Ali... does his best for the kingdom. He's not the snake some may paint him out to be. There is a softness to him, when he is being pulled to compromise.
Concord won't overthink why he yearns to see that softness, even if it's only at a glimpse.
He pulls his gaze away, closing his eyes to nod at the King's words.]
Yes, good King. In a show of good faith, Ali and I will negotiate a fair number, after this meeting. I will advocate for the soldiers within reason. [Concord's eyes shift back to Ali, narrowing to ask]
Amicable?