[ He does a good job at holding his own tears in. He's practiced to keeping his pain far below the surface to ever reach the top. But, this was a moment of vulnerability for him. He mentioned so many times to his companions he didn't believe himself to be chosen, but, some believed he was. To hold all those hopes on his shoulders was a huge weight.
So, when he's pulled into a hug by his taller friend he stands there for a moment partially stunned. It had been a while since he had received such an embrace. It wears off after a moment and he just kind of gives in to it. He just, rests his head against her chest and returns her hug. ]
There's nothing to apologize for. You didn't blow up any temples.
[ She gives him a lingering squeeze, and Keyleth may not be the most together, the most socially graceful or eloquent, but she's pretty decent at hugs. ]
You know if this...Coryphy guy wakes up, we've got your back too, right?
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So, when he's pulled into a hug by his taller friend he stands there for a moment partially stunned. It had been a while since he had received such an embrace. It wears off after a moment and he just kind of gives in to it. He just, rests his head against her chest and returns her hug. ]
There's nothing to apologize for. You didn't blow up any temples.
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[ She gives him a lingering squeeze, and Keyleth may not be the most together, the most socially graceful or eloquent, but she's pretty decent at hugs. ]
You know if this...Coryphy guy wakes up, we've got your back too, right?
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He breaks away for a moment but he lets her hands still linger and there's that sad smile. ]
You and Pike are alike in mind it seems. It's the same for me and this Vecna, I'll be at your back.
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[ And Sen is honorary VM, as far as Keyleth (and apparently Pike) is concerned. ]