[For a few beats, that is all that is sent, but when the follow-up arrives]
Very well, if you are responsible for him, I will refrain from over-asking. His manner was very kind to me, but the basis of his magecraft somewhat concerning.
[Frankly, Flat struck him as dangerous -- even worse, not even of his own volition, but by the ugly twistings of fate. And so Chiron had automatically sought to keep any potential dangers in check.
But with Waver already on top of it... apparently it was a non-issue from the start]
I suspect I might have hurt his feelings at some point as well, so I do apologize for any misconduct on my end.
[Which is a confirmation that Flat has the potential to be dangerous, yes. All his children are fearsome in one way or another. So are Heroic Spirits and anything else you'd meet in this world of Mystery they all inhabit. Well... save him. He's not very threatening at all, when it comes down to it, removed from the power of Zhuge Liang.
... and an indication that Waver has an idea of what's going on as well. Fingers thrum against his leg for a moment as he considers the next bit. Flat hadn't let on about that (or the meeting itself), however... there are a few sore points he could have hit, as generally easy going as his son student is.]
Apology accepted, though I doubt he's holding any hard feelings, Archer. May I ask what happened there?
[Then Chiron likely hit on Flat's abandonment issues when it comes to teachers, then. Somehow, he can't see even Chiron having an easy go with Flat.
... this is going to be a leap of faith, but what he's read of Chiron and seen in person has led him to be willing to extend some trust in this matter. His priority is Flat's safety. This is not purely out of reasons of sentimentality and parental care; but understanding where this might go if something happens...
... and he is not there.]
Normally, I would be reluctant to discuss this, but given the circumstances...
I've been working with him since he was nine, and over the years, what I know you've observed has been unfailingly true. His magecraft has worked without fail on the first or so try; however replicating the spell afterward is a different story. His theory is also sound when he actually sits down and does his assignments, however following his thought process can be difficult at times.
[And he's not talking about the doodles, atrocious spelling and grammar, and Godzilla references.]
While he's better at staying on track now, Flat is not a linear thinker. His process is more lateral, and his thoughts tend to jump topics at the turn of a dime unless given sufficient motivation or interest to stay on topic. It can lead to some very... interesting answers when you ask him a question, shall we say.
But to think that you have worked with him for so long. I assume you are at least partially the reason that he does not fit the typical mold of a mage.
[Chiron never lived that lifestyle, and being from the Age of Gods, did not have to watch how that culture bloomed into a most foul flower of practicality and controlled breeding.
The Grail still offered the sage enough hints for him to work out the details, however, and that is why Chiron suspects that Flat's saving grace is indeed a teacher who understands him so well. Otherwise the boy would be dead, experimented upon... or perhaps just turn into a menace unparalleled.]
Partially, perhaps. His nature is not compatible with that of a magus, and while that presents its own difficulties, I am honestly glad that's the case. I'd rather steer his development in an healthier direction than that.
[RIP, Flat. Maybe get this Charon fellow to ferry your soul if you don't accidentally call him a centaur instead.
... Ha. Though this... hits a little closer to home, doesn't it? Between the two of them, obviously Waver has more experience to make such a call, but Chiron's chest drums with equal parts understanding and approval.
Maybe some lingering heartache as well.]
My last Master was similar.
[Would Fiore have liked Waver? He thinks. He hopes. Caules as well.]
If you insist on steering him in such directions, I will do what I can to assist then.
[Waver's head tilts and his heart clenches slightly in empathy. So... like one of his students, his flock of Mage Society's black sheep? That would have been hard to bear leaving them if Chiron had any inkling to how their world operates.
He wonders if he ever came across them.
(if they only knew what each other were thinking.)]
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Date: 2021-03-13 10:44 pm (UTC)From:[For a few beats, that is all that is sent, but when the follow-up arrives]
Very well, if you are responsible for him, I will refrain from over-asking. His manner was very kind to me, but the basis of his magecraft somewhat concerning.
[Frankly, Flat struck him as dangerous -- even worse, not even of his own volition, but by the ugly twistings of fate. And so Chiron had automatically sought to keep any potential dangers in check.
But with Waver already on top of it... apparently it was a non-issue from the start]
I suspect I might have hurt his feelings at some point as well, so I do apologize for any misconduct on my end.
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Date: 2021-03-14 05:57 pm (UTC)From:[Which is a confirmation that Flat has the potential to be dangerous, yes. All his children are fearsome in one way or another. So are Heroic Spirits and anything else you'd meet in this world of Mystery they all inhabit. Well... save him. He's not very threatening at all, when it comes down to it, removed from the power of Zhuge Liang.
... and an indication that Waver has an idea of what's going on as well. Fingers thrum against his leg for a moment as he considers the next bit. Flat hadn't let on about that (or the meeting itself), however... there are a few sore points he could have hit, as generally easy going as his
sonstudent is.]Apology accepted, though I doubt he's holding any hard feelings, Archer. May I ask what happened there?
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Date: 2021-03-14 11:11 pm (UTC)From:However, as his preferred teacher is here, I meant to find him and assess the situation for myself.
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Date: 2021-03-15 02:42 am (UTC)From:[Then Chiron likely hit on Flat's abandonment issues when it comes to teachers, then. Somehow, he can't see even Chiron having an easy go with Flat.
... this is going to be a leap of faith, but what he's read of Chiron and seen in person has led him to be willing to extend some trust in this matter. His priority is Flat's safety. This is not purely out of reasons of sentimentality and parental care; but understanding where this might go if something happens...
... and he is not there.]
Normally, I would be reluctant to discuss this, but given the circumstances...
I've been working with him since he was nine, and over the years, what I know you've observed has been unfailingly true. His magecraft has worked without fail on the first or so try; however replicating the spell afterward is a different story. His theory is also sound when he actually sits down and does his assignments, however following his thought process can be difficult at times.
[And he's not talking about the doodles, atrocious spelling and grammar, and Godzilla references.]
While he's better at staying on track now, Flat is not a linear thinker. His process is more lateral, and his thoughts tend to jump topics at the turn of a dime unless given sufficient motivation or interest to stay on topic. It can lead to some very... interesting answers when you ask him a question, shall we say.
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Date: 2021-03-15 02:45 am (UTC)From:[SNIIIIIIITCH]
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Date: 2021-03-15 02:54 am (UTC)From:[Chiron never lived that lifestyle, and being from the Age of Gods, did not have to watch how that culture bloomed into a most foul flower of practicality and controlled breeding.
The Grail still offered the sage enough hints for him to work out the details, however, and that is why Chiron suspects that Flat's saving grace is indeed a teacher who understands him so well. Otherwise the boy would be dead, experimented upon... or perhaps just turn into a menace unparalleled.]
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Date: 2021-03-15 03:10 am (UTC)From:... Flat...
... FLAT...
... FLAT...
HOMEWORK. INFINITE HOMEWORK.
FUCKING CHARON?!
OH YOU CAN'T IMAGINE THE HOMEWORK ABOUT THE GREEK PANTHEON ABOUT TO DESCEND ON YOU.
HOMEWORK FOREVER.]
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Date: 2021-03-15 03:28 am (UTC)From:no subject
Date: 2021-03-15 11:58 am (UTC)From:... Ha. Though this... hits a little closer to home, doesn't it? Between the two of them, obviously Waver has more experience to make such a call, but Chiron's chest drums with equal parts understanding and approval.
Maybe some lingering heartache as well.]
My last Master was similar.
[Would Fiore have liked Waver? He thinks. He hopes. Caules as well.]
If you insist on steering him in such directions, I will do what I can to assist then.
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Date: 2021-03-15 04:39 pm (UTC)From:He wonders if he ever came across them.
(if they only knew what each other were thinking.)]
Thank you. I appreciate that greatly.
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Date: 2021-03-16 05:55 pm (UTC)From: