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[enthraller]

Do you really think I'd do something like that? We're friends.

[at least he has decency to adopted a somewhat insulted expression. and then his lips purse a little, and he shrugs.]

Besides, I don't like relying on it. It's less satisfying, and less fun.

[usually. mindfucking reynard had certainly been fun.]

[scorchedchivalry]

You say that, yet I am not entirely certain you speak truthfully when you call me a friend. Some day I would like to not have my gut warning me that your honeyed tongue sings at me as well as others.

[enthraller]

[he really should be offended by that insinuation -- or at least pretend to be -- but instead, his eyebrows just raise again and he watches he for a moment, thoughtful.]

We're allies, at least, and I value those who have been loyal and useful. Is that good enough for you?

[scorchedchivalry]

It is a good place to start from.

Though allow me to remind you that allies make the most of each others' resources, experiences, and communication. An ally should be trusted to watch one's back. That is hard to do when you don't know what to be on guard for.

[enthraller]

What exactly are you asking? Speak plainly.

[scorchedchivalry]

You have sown seeds in Troichean Beinn. I could feel it. If you have painted a target upon you for someone other than the Fox, I would like to know who and why, so that I may maneuver best to see that you continue to stand as Lord of Redgate.

And in exchange I will offer something only a select few know. I am a king, Saralegui. My reign is one of legend in my world, where I am known as the King of Knights and, in more modern times, the Once and Future King as many believe I will one day return to my throne.

[enthraller]

I did arrange some things in Troichean Beinn, as a favor owed. But you have no need to worry about that. I took a number of precautions to ensure that no blame can be directed at me -- including painting a target on someone else.

[if he sounds more than a little self-satisfied, well..he absolutely is.

and whatever reaction she was expecting to that, she probably isn't getting it, for better or worse. his head cants a little, decently surprised but more intrigued, and very much appreciative.]

Why the secrecy?

[scorchedchivalry]

Who bears the target?

As for the secrecy... it is complicated. Back in my world, I participate in a magi war called the Holy Grail War. As one of the heroic spirits summoned to fight in it, for my enemies to know my true identity gives them advantage over me as out legends tell of both our strengths and weaknesses.

Even though the Holy Grail War is not happening here, there are many shardbearers that would know of my legend. [Yes, hers is that prolific.] It is better that they do not know I walk amongst them.

...and I have grown accustomed to going by Saber.

[enthraller]

A native to this world, unaffiliated with either side. I wouldn't want to adversely affect the situation between Troichean Beinn and the courts, after all. And I promise, he deserves it.

[but that's all he'll give right now. enough to ease any possible concerns, but not enough to potentially ruin anything should her doubts about him win out. besides, she may hear with the rest of the world soon enough.]

Is Saber not your real name?

[scorchedchivalry]

[The way Saralegui said that brought Red to mind, but she decided not to push for more details. Yet.]

It is the name of my class. I am a Saber Class Servant. It is common for heroic spirits to adopt the name of their class in place of their true identity during the War.