...So don't get too attached to you. Got it. [ K notes with some humour in his voice. He's pretty sure that's not actually what Savage was conveying with that information, but a part of him does wonder. With the way Savage is purring and leaning into the petting and clearly doesn't seem to mind being touched in such a familiar manner, if he is trying to warn K off, he's not doing a very convincing job of it. ] You had a younger brother. [ Past tense, which has him treading more carefully than he otherwise would. And presumably related through blood, since the "night" prefix is notably absent. ] Did he ever travel with you and Maul?
[ He'd indulged in some uncharacteristic self-pity with his comment about being easy to leave, and he knows it, so he isn't bothered or surprised when Savage essentially calls it out. It's comforting, the suggestion that maybe it isn't him. Maybe he isn't defective in some way that renders him unworthy of companionship. And loyalty hadn't been an issue. He inwardly sighs before admitting: ] Logically, I know it's unlikely any of them chose to leave. I don't think most of us get any choice in the matter here, we're subject to the whims of the Pthumerians. Our suffering is probably entertainment.
[ And loneliness has a way of warping thoughts, particularly in a place where such emotions directly contribute to Corruption and Beasthood. He's been through it before, he knows the dangers and takes the relevant precautions when he can. Living alone in relative isolation is perhaps not ideal, in Trench, but it is what it is. It's good his work at the tavern requires interaction with patrons, helps stave off Corruption. ]
I did have the distinct impression he was vetting me. Asking about my species and fighting ability. [ The latter is undoubtedly relevant in Zabrak mate selection, he thinks. Or maybe Maul's in search of more sparring partners or students. ] He wants to meet me in person. I didn't unknowingly agree to some kind of mating ritual, did I? [ The irony of asking this while feeling up Savage's horns is not lost on him, but it doesn't make him stop; when it comes to physical affection, giving and receiving are both enjoyable to him. And who knows when he'll ever have this opportunity again? ] I have to admit it was nice not being dismissed outright because of what I am. [ Even if an android probably isn't most people's idea of a suitable mate, the lack of bigotry was definitely refreshing. ]
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[ He'd indulged in some uncharacteristic self-pity with his comment about being easy to leave, and he knows it, so he isn't bothered or surprised when Savage essentially calls it out. It's comforting, the suggestion that maybe it isn't him. Maybe he isn't defective in some way that renders him unworthy of companionship. And loyalty hadn't been an issue. He inwardly sighs before admitting: ] Logically, I know it's unlikely any of them chose to leave. I don't think most of us get any choice in the matter here, we're subject to the whims of the Pthumerians. Our suffering is probably entertainment.
[ And loneliness has a way of warping thoughts, particularly in a place where such emotions directly contribute to Corruption and Beasthood. He's been through it before, he knows the dangers and takes the relevant precautions when he can. Living alone in relative isolation is perhaps not ideal, in Trench, but it is what it is. It's good his work at the tavern requires interaction with patrons, helps stave off Corruption. ]
I did have the distinct impression he was vetting me. Asking about my species and fighting ability. [ The latter is undoubtedly relevant in Zabrak mate selection, he thinks. Or maybe Maul's in search of more sparring partners or students. ] He wants to meet me in person. I didn't unknowingly agree to some kind of mating ritual, did I? [ The irony of asking this while feeling up Savage's horns is not lost on him, but it doesn't make him stop; when it comes to physical affection, giving and receiving are both enjoyable to him. And who knows when he'll ever have this opportunity again? ] I have to admit it was nice not being dismissed outright because of what I am. [ Even if an android probably isn't most people's idea of a suitable mate, the lack of bigotry was definitely refreshing. ]