[ Trahearne only stares back at her unimpressed expression in turn. That's fair. It's still...odd to hear others express their pride for them, especially when he doesn't think he's done anything in particular.
He shrugs and returns to minding his books. He doesn't even look at her as he continues his work, even when she asks that question. Even when he immediately sniffs out the other meaning behind it. ]
I have. [ His tone is nonchalant, as though hoping she'll take his casual attitude at face value. ] There's a lot of work to do.
[ Work that he has created entirely for himself. ]
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He shrugs and returns to minding his books. He doesn't even look at her as he continues his work, even when she asks that question. Even when he immediately sniffs out the other meaning behind it. ]
I have. [ His tone is nonchalant, as though hoping she'll take his casual attitude at face value. ] There's a lot of work to do.
[ Work that he has created entirely for himself. ]