"Not just his accomplishments, of course." He can be diplomatic about this. "His obstructions as well, the things set against him and how he reacted, appropriately and otherwise. To know a person's true character is to see how they react to these... setbacks, obstacles, as well as their triumphs."
His hand finally shifts on Nathaniel, sitting between his shoulders lightly. Easier to move away from more subtly, if Nathaniel wants to be rid of him, but still a positive presence.
"In the same way you've learned to see the depths of Gladstone's skills and character by seeing these highs and lows, I would love to see the same from yourself. Every step you take in private is one where I don't get to celebrate your triumphs with you, or- or be able to help you with any complications you encounter."
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Date: 2023-08-23 12:59 am (UTC)"Not just his accomplishments, of course." He can be diplomatic about this. "His obstructions as well, the things set against him and how he reacted, appropriately and otherwise. To know a person's true character is to see how they react to these... setbacks, obstacles, as well as their triumphs."
His hand finally shifts on Nathaniel, sitting between his shoulders lightly. Easier to move away from more subtly, if Nathaniel wants to be rid of him, but still a positive presence.
"In the same way you've learned to see the depths of Gladstone's skills and character by seeing these highs and lows, I would love to see the same from yourself. Every step you take in private is one where I don't get to celebrate your triumphs with you, or- or be able to help you with any complications you encounter."