[The reactions of the brothers are not lost on him. In fact, he finds himself treasuring the moment despite everything. He is perhaps locked in hell, and under the thumb of yet another would-be god. And yet he finds himself feeling... light, in a way he hasn't felt likely since his youth.
And yes, he absolutely feels a swell of pride when Clive admits to liking him. He isn't sure why, but the approval really means something to him.]
Yet neither myself nor your brother have suffered for having them. Perhaps you ought to take note?
[Okay, okay, he'll leave Clive alone in favor of actually eating now. Even if he is nearly grinning into each bite.]
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And yes, he absolutely feels a swell of pride when Clive admits to liking him. He isn't sure why, but the approval really means something to him.]
Yet neither myself nor your brother have suffered for having them. Perhaps you ought to take note?
[Okay, okay, he'll leave Clive alone in favor of actually eating now. Even if he is nearly grinning into each bite.]