"A Shadow's Apprentice

Characters:

• Belynrath
• Jenesek

Setting: House Jaersendo's Main Cavern

Jenesek's eyes flicker briefly towards one of the walls, somewhat along the way where Zasia went, almost as if he could see her through it. ** That is not what I wanted to hear, Belyngrath. Would you truly wish your honor diminished by having me ask for you? Then again, knowing your mother, I would perhaps have to discuss it with her to convince her nonetheless. If it would mend your injured pride somewhat.. Please request of your mother that you speak of apprenticeship. **

Belynrath straightens, standing tall in his house. He realizes this now, will not be an easy battle, **/I/ know nothing for your 'apprenticeship', and so can not speak on the matter. I will, however, inform my mother of your... visit here. She and I will discuss the matter, and you will be sent for.** Maybe young Belynrath hasn't been properly introduced to Jenesek?

Belynrath senses in a locksend, Jenesek's sending shifts slightly in 'texture'. A small measure of the elf's power is his ability to conceal intent in his sending, but what he sends now, is easily known for truth. ** Chi.. Belynrath. Speak to your mother. And ask her permission to speak with me, and be taught. Ellesardo stands with Jaersendo; that much she knows, although she and I have... matters between us that are not easily resolved. You have a lot to learn, young heir, and many things can come around to keep you from learning what you must before you must use it. I have no fears for Verlaan's life, but one day, you /are/ going to take up the mantle of Lordship. It is my intent to see you fit for it. And to survive until you do. That is all.

Belynrath purses his lips in thought, before nodding to Jenesek. His send is formal, **As you request, my lord.**

Jenesek actually inclines his head slightly, in what could perhaps be mistaken as a bow. ** Honor to your Hose, Jaersendo. ** he simply responds, before turning and walking out of the cavern. Somewhat hastily, at that. And not keeping to the shadows at all.

Belynrath watches Jenesek leave, eyes narrowed.

End.