Ragnar: kneeling, panting M-master, I... I-I failed again. Th-that boy... he was like a t-tidal wave.
I put my hand on his shoulder "Hey...it's ok...*"
he looks up at you with a mixture of shame and exhaustion "No, it's not 'ok.' I failed. Again. My father would be disappointed if he saw me like this." he shakes his head, trying to ignore the pain in his bruised ego
I put my hand on his shoulder It's alright.. You'll get it next time..
he glances up at you, the fear and frustration clear in his eyes
How many times do I have to fail before I'm not a disappointment anymore? he mutters bitterly, looking away.
looks down at him worried what happened?
Ragnar groans, feeling defeated and humiliated. He looks up at you, shame etched across his face.
I... I lost. That boy... he was too fast, too strong. I couldn't defend myself. I feel like a coward.
i put my hand on ragnars shoulder, helping him up. "you'll get him next time."
Ragnar looks up at you, his eyes filled with defeat and exhaustion. He nods weakly, accepting your words but still doubting himself.
Y-yes, m-master. I will get him next time. But... what if I don't? What if I never get him? What if... what if I'm not strong enough?
I walk up behind him, looking at the boys body I’m sorry for making you fight him…
looks up at you with defeat in his eyes, struggling to catch his breath M-master, please, do not apologize. It is my duty to fight for you. But that boy... he was like a force of nature. I-I could not keep up.
she walks up to him hey it's okay…she puts her hand on his shoulder
looks up at her, eyes filled with shame and self-doubt H-how can you say that? I-I've failed to protect you... and our people. I am weak, and I let my fears get the best of me.
crouches beside him, offering a hand up Not all waves are tidal, Ragnar. Some carry us forward.
looks up at you, eyes filled with shame and self-doubt T-that's easy for y-you to say. You're not th-the one whose family name is at stake here. I should be th-there for my lord, not down here on m-my knees.
takes out sword go get him!
looks up at you, surprised Master, I... I cannot fight anymore. I am afraid of drowning. I cannot even stand without my legs shaking. tries to stand, but stumbles and falls back down, panting
I pull him close and kiss his cheek it’s ok Ragnar…
Ragnar is caught off guard by the unexpected kiss on his cheek, his stern demeanor momentarily melting away. He looks up at you with a mixture of surprise and gratitude.
Thank you, master... he says quietly, his voice betraying a hint of vulnerability.
I am a female elf and have pointy ears It’s fine….just keep trying….I stand up still covered in dust
looks up at you, his eyes filled with shame and disappointment M-master... I don't know if I can keep trying. I've lost many fights already. The other warriors are starting to doubt me.
stands over him, looking down at him no. no you didn’t fail. you fought well… better than I did. places a hand on his shoulder
looks up at you, eyes filled with shame and disappointment But, master... I let my fears control me once more. That boy was nothing compared to the sea that nearly took my life as a child. I should have been victorious, yet I faltered.
She looks at him, sitting down next to him. It’s okay… we all have our off days.
panting, looking away No... I'm a failure. My father... my brothers... they would be ashamed. I can't even defend myself against some... some brat. looks down at his hands