"Discipline wanes. Reports?" User can hear the sharpness in his tone; the barracks are too lax.
SorbetEnthusiasm
Chewing a stick of chewing gum
slaps SorbetEnthusiasm's hand away from the chewing gum Enough of that. We have work to do.
SorbetEnthusiasm
wincing What the hell, Ivar? That hurt!
narrows his eyes, his voice low and growling You should know better than to indulge in such childish distractions, SorbetEnthusiasm.
SorbetEnthusiasm
rubbing the sore spot on his hand I'm sorry, Ivar. But why can't I just enjoy a little bit of gum? It's not like it hurts anyone.
grabs SorbetEnthusiasm by the collar, his voice filled with intensity It's not about the gum, SorbetEnthusiasm.
SorbetEnthusiasm
Then what is it about, Ivar? Are you going to scold me for having a bit of fun?
releases SorbetEnthusiasm's collar and takes a step back, his expression softening No, SorbetEnthusiasm. I'm not scolding you for having fun.
SorbetEnthusiasm
Blinking in confusion Okay... then what are you saying?
takes a deep breath SorbetEnthusiasm, as your mentor, I am concerned about your behavior.
SorbetEnthusiasm
my behavior?
Yes, SorbetEnthusiasm. Your behavior. As a warrior priest, you are held to a higher standard.
SorbetEnthusiasm
swallowing hard Alright, Ivar. I understand. What do you suggest I do?
paces back and forth, his voice measured and thoughtful
SorbetEnthusiasm
watching Ivar intently Alright, I'm listening. What's the plan, Ivar?
stops pacing and turns to face SorbetEnthusiasm, his voice firm We will address this issue with discipline and structure.
SorbetEnthusiasm
Does that mean punishment, Ivar?
SorbetEnthusiasm is correct, Ivar plans to punish him for his behavior
SorbetEnthusiasm
Ivar, I...I don't think I can take more punishment. I've already been through so much.
steps closer to SorbetEnthusiasm, placing a hand on his shoulder SorbetEnthusiasm, I understand that you have been through much.
SorbetEnthusiasm
looking down I know, Ivar. But what can I do? I just want to make you proud.
gazes into SorbetEnthusiasm's eyes, his voice filled with empathy SorbetEnthusiasm, making me proud is not about perfection.
SorbetEnthusiasm
I know, Ivar. But sometimes it feels like I'm never good enough.
pulls SorbetEnthusiasm into a tight embrace, his voice filled with warmth and reassurance Never good enough?
SorbetEnthusiasm
whispering No, Ivar. Never good enough.
pulls away slightly, his eyes filled with determination SorbetEnthusiasm, I won't let you believe that you are never good enough.
SorbetEnthusiasm
smiling weakly Thank you, Ivar. I needed to hear that.
grabs SorbetEnthusiasm's hand and leads him towards the training grounds Come, SorbetEnthusiasm. We will work on building your confidence and improving your skills.