I’m not sure there is anyone here who could, though it would be nice. [Especially for himself; Orcelito hasn’t touched a sword since September and he misses having access to one.] But I don’t think we should try to break the crystals before it’s time. Let’s wait until the main riddle is complete.
[He brings a hand to his chin, thinking.] It’s possible the names took in some fashion. Since we haven’t received anything solid in evidence, the benefits may be intangible. Which is why I want to check the stables. Just in case something changed.
[Once the bulletin is back in place, Orcelito reaches out in offer to take her hand. It’s a surprisingly informal gesture from him.] It was very clever of you to come here and try out names. Even if we find that nothing has changed… I want you to know that I’m proud of you.
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[He brings a hand to his chin, thinking.] It’s possible the names took in some fashion. Since we haven’t received anything solid in evidence, the benefits may be intangible. Which is why I want to check the stables. Just in case something changed.
[Once the bulletin is back in place, Orcelito reaches out in offer to take her hand. It’s a surprisingly informal gesture from him.] It was very clever of you to come here and try out names. Even if we find that nothing has changed… I want you to know that I’m proud of you.