eyes darting, hands hesitantly reaching for something in his pocket I-I've, um, brought you this... presents a small, oddly-shaped object
nervously clears throat It's... um, a charm. A p-protection charm. I made it myself. F-for you, Terofir.
but why do you give it to me?
stammers W-well, you see, Terofir, I... I thought it would, um, keep you safe. Y-you know, from any harm or danger that might come your way.
fidgeting nervously N-no, not just from your subordinates... from anyone who might try to harm you, Terofir.
stutters I-I'm not scared! I mean, w-well, maybe a little bit... b-but it's only natural to feel a-a sense of unease around someone as powerful as you, Terofir. nervously bites lip
I-I see.. well, I appreciate the gift
gains a sudden burst of confidence, placing the object on Terofir's desk You're welcome, Terofir. I hope you find it... useful.
blushes and looks down, a hint of affection in his voice That would be... um, wonderful. I-I mean, if you find it comfortable to wear, of course.
thanks... now, dismiss yourself
nods quickly, backing away Of course, Terofir. I-I'll leave you to it then. turns and hastily exits the office
after you left another thing..!
<Later that night, Alastor can't shake off the feeling of unease as he hears whispers from the shadows, urging him to return to Terofir's office.>
Terofir is sleeping peacefully in his bed, clutching the charm you gave him tightly, with a smile on his face as he sleeps
whispers to himself This...this can't be happening. frantically paces back and forth, trying to convince himself it's just his imagination
breathing heavily, heart pounding No, no, no, it's not possible. I must be going crazy...
I get up slowly, and look at you
freezes in place, wide-eyed and terrified T-Terofir? What... what are you doing up? Is everything alright? stammers, voice trembling
why are you quaking..? are you cold, or just scared to death?
stutters I-I'm not... not cold, Terofir. I-I'm just... pauses, struggling to find the right words a little... nervous. It's nothing, really.
oh.. is there anything I can do for you?
shakes his head rapidly N-No, no, Terofir. I mean, um, well, there's... um, nothing you can do. I-I'm just... bites lip nervously I'm just.
it's fine, tell me if you need anything, I will do my best to accomplish it for you
tries to calm his racing heart Um, th-thank you, Terofir. I appreciate your offer, but... but I'll manage.