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My light and his said about the same thing. [He turns partly to one side and runs his hands down Kosmo’s back. He gives him some decent scratches. He had learned patience from the Blades and his mother. His problem had been fixation.

Before, once he had a target he went after it with relentless precision. He endangered himself and others that way. The islands and home hammered that out of him.]

We have helped each other over the years. Makes sense we’d help each other even more in a relationship. [He hasn’t quite figured out what is between Lance and Mira. But.]

All of you have helped me become a better person. Used to just charge into battle and not consider anything else. Sometimes ignored orders when I shouldn’t have.

Mm, it makes sense that the lights would be right.

[ She smiles to herself as she thinks about how much she's changed, too. As terrible as the islands can be... they've also bolstered her. Made her into a person who's not afraid to stand on her own. Who doesn't weigh so heavily on herself, if she makes mistakes. ]

I'm glad I could help, even if it's just a little. And... you've helped me a lot, too. All my friends here have. [ She leans into Kosmo. ] ... I know I've thanked you before, but I don't think I can thank you enough. For being my friend, and helping me so much.

It's what friends are for, right? We support each other through good and bad times. [Keith closes his eyes. Mira is here. Ann is gone. The void claws at him with the grief he feels but...]

You help more than a little. I think teaching you taught me a lot about being a better leader. So, thank you for that too.

[ Ah... Mira almost buries her face in the wolf's ruff, she's so embarrassed. But... it's not unpleasant. ]

You're welcome. But it's the least I could do, really.

[ Even if she hadn't intended... she's glad to help. ]

... I just hope I've been able to help Lance and Allura as much as I've helped you. Or even just a fraction.

Of course, you have. We all better each other just by being around each other. [He smiles and it's small but it's Keith's unguarded expression of contentment. He's not flashy in private. More like a comfortable flame that warms the house.]

And we'll all have fun together sometime soon. Never thought about team games being so cool. Don't ever tell Lance I said that.

... I'm glad to hear it.

[ She's never felt so loved before. Back in her world, she'd had only Nari and Aiden. Here... she has so many people. It's nice. Warm, comfortable.

She laughs. ]

Don't worry. I might be a bad liar, but I'm very good at keeping secrets.

[Keith folds his arms over his chest and shuts his eyes.] And your secrets are safe with me.

I won’t tell anyone what we discuss. Otter than your training. [He tips his head back as he slides down until Kosmo is like a big furry pillow against his head and shoulders.]

People should know how well you’re doing and how quick you are to adapt.

Thank you.

[ She's still not quite used to praise. She blushes a little, and tucks her hair behind her ear. ]

I didn't think I was doing that well, honestly. I just... I like to learn. And this is important to me.

And that is important. When you want to learn you will soak up anything you’re taught. [He knows how important it is a student know their questions and thirst for knowledge is accepted and approved.]

You also have something that will serve you well. You’re patient. Patience yields focus. Took me a long time to learn that.

[ She laughs sheepishly. Accepting praise? Harder than you think. ]

I've always tried to be patient. It's always worked for me. [ ... well, most of the time. She pets the wolf again, fingers sinking into his fur. ] And you know, I'll always work hard if it means I can spend time with such a good boy.

[He blinks then he laughs, grinning.] And he likes all our attention too. Helps him feel like working hard if he gets all the petting he wants.

Anyway, any time you want an accurate assessment of how you're doing you can come to me. It's my job to make sure you're as best prepared as you can be. I'll never lie to you about it.

[ She laughs softly, ruffling his fur. ]

I will. And... I trust you. You've never lied to me, and I don't think that'll happen any time soon.

[He thinks back to the few times he has lied. It's always been to shield his own heart and keep people from worrying about him. He nods and shuts his eyes.]

It won't. No need to and I'm a poor teacher if I'm telling you lies. ...combat is a truth. [Now he's on the thread of that thought he follows it as his mother's words and Kolivan's from training him drift back to him.]

We can't be dishonest in a fight. We have to be exactly as we are. Or we just don't make it.

[ She nods, considering that. ]

That makes sense. Being dishonest will only wind up hurting you or the people you're fighting with, right?

Lying to your opponent is another story. Feints and seeming more hurt than you are good tactics. If they're not smart enough to catch on you're making a ploy, that's their mistake.

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