Snippet #2686705

"Oh, I am happy you love my people's wild side as much as I do! You are welcome to come my friend!" Kassius laughed, ignoring the Winter King's comments. The Stag was his favorite aspect of the Oakborn. Sure, he could run a little wild, but everything worked out in the end. As he was about to speak further, he paused, disconcerted. He thought he heard a tune, a lament of time long forgotten and sorrow he could not comprehend.

The moment passed however as he caught the look the Love Goddess was giving him. It was the look of a jungle cat eying a tasty snack and the Sun God would only be too happy to be the helpless prey caught in her claws. He spared a glance at his companion, suddenly less interested in a night on the town with a drinking buddy. Still, he laughed merrily and slapped his back.

"Just be responsible, my friend, as dull as that might be. Cyrus would not speak to me for a decade if he had to deal with a demigod running around."

As he listened to Ai's words, he nodded in agreement and approached her, bending down to kiss her hand, heedless of Krieg's ranting, "Agreed. We should not forget that the Oakborn is our dear friend and was wise before I could talk!"

His paused, remembering those years so long ago. He had not changed, but so much else had. He suppressed a sigh, but shot a smile at Ai nonetheless, one different from his usually carefree grins. It was a small, grateful one conveying a maturity that seldom manifested in him.

"We cannot forget the bonds that tie us. Or the joys that come with the present." He announced. He nodded at the Avatar beside Ai Perhaps she would be a welcome presence among his people. They could use a bit more love.