It's been so hard, ever since... Ever since Karl, really. Can he really believe this Templar, that there's a chance that the order can change from the inside? Justice thinks they can't, that every one must pay for what they've done, but Anders is tired. He's tired of fighting, of running, of death and destruction answered by more death and destruction and it shows in his expression and stance as he quietly contemplates the words he's hearing. The concept of Templars suffering is laughable, but certainly there are going to be some in every group who think they struggle, even among the privileged.
"Balance," he finally echoes. There's no real room for him in a balanced society, but to see it get there... For the briefest moment he lets his eyes close before snapping them back open. He can't afford to trust words. Certainly the Templar hadn't attacked him and that justifies a little faith, but not enough to drop his guard completely.
Anders takes a step backward again, before giving the man a slow nod. "You may see me at Skyhold. I make no promises. But an end to suffering..." He sighs. It's not all he's ever wanted, not with the need for vengeance burned into him time and time again through his anger and Justice's, well, Justice-ness, but for Anders it might be enough. "That would be nice, if such a thing is possible."
"Good... Good day." And it's the first time he's ever said that to a Templar and meant it.
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It's been so hard, ever since... Ever since Karl, really. Can he really believe this Templar, that there's a chance that the order can change from the inside? Justice thinks they can't, that every one must pay for what they've done, but Anders is tired. He's tired of fighting, of running, of death and destruction answered by more death and destruction and it shows in his expression and stance as he quietly contemplates the words he's hearing. The concept of Templars suffering is laughable, but certainly there are going to be some in every group who think they struggle, even among the privileged.
"Balance," he finally echoes. There's no real room for him in a balanced society, but to see it get there... For the briefest moment he lets his eyes close before snapping them back open. He can't afford to trust words. Certainly the Templar hadn't attacked him and that justifies a little faith, but not enough to drop his guard completely.
Anders takes a step backward again, before giving the man a slow nod. "You may see me at Skyhold. I make no promises. But an end to suffering..." He sighs. It's not all he's ever wanted, not with the need for vengeance burned into him time and time again through his anger and Justice's, well, Justice-ness, but for Anders it might be enough. "That would be nice, if such a thing is possible."
"Good... Good day." And it's the first time he's ever said that to a Templar and meant it.