[ Astarion isn't sure if that would make it easier or worse, all things considered. He wants to be able to destroy Cazador, rip power from his hands and claim it for himself, but the issue with that is whether his companions would allow it. He can very easily picture them turning away from him and damning him for his choice, at the sacrifice, of all the lives that would have to be lost in the process.
Even someone as kind and gentle as Karlach would turn against him.
Stepping away from her, he leans against a nearby wall with his arms crossed, attention still settled on her. The relief at having her back is mixed up with his own comfort, knowing that he will be softer with her company. He had settled into a rhythm to try and keep himself safe, but with Karlach here... Does he need that?
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[ Astarion isn't sure if that would make it easier or worse, all things considered. He wants to be able to destroy Cazador, rip power from his hands and claim it for himself, but the issue with that is whether his companions would allow it. He can very easily picture them turning away from him and damning him for his choice, at the sacrifice, of all the lives that would have to be lost in the process.
Even someone as kind and gentle as Karlach would turn against him.
Stepping away from her, he leans against a nearby wall with his arms crossed, attention still settled on her. The relief at having her back is mixed up with his own comfort, knowing that he will be softer with her company. He had settled into a rhythm to try and keep himself safe, but with Karlach here... Does he need that?
He frowns. ]
Is it? It's dirty, and small.