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[unstinting]

[Alcuin's grateful for one of the powers he inherited from his mother, for once- at least he doesn't have to show the whole camp how hard he's been crying. He looks as pretty as ever, but his aura of calm and happiness has been replaced by one of intense purpose.]

I need to learn to fight better than I do. Sword, dagger, bow and arrow, hand to hand- I need to improve my skills. Would anyone be willing to tutor me? I'll owe you a big favour.

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[unstinting]

That would be fantastic. What time?

[Mornings are all right. He can do mornings.]

[thewindything]

Two hours before breakfast! So, uh, I hope you like mornings.

[He grins.]

But hey, I was worthless at fighting a few months ago and I think I'm doing pretty good now so if you're serious about it, I bet it would help.

[unstinting]

I've never had a problem with them.

[He doesn't smile. He is pretty sure he's lost the ability. But he nods.]

That's very reassuring, thank you. I'm serious about learning.

[thewindything]

[John nods back.]

Cool. See you tomorrow morning, then!

[unstinting]

Yes. Thank you for inviting me.