[ Richard doesn't question further. He looks veritably concerned, but he can press later, should Asbel want to open up to him about this. That doesn't stop him from wondering just what the issue might be. Cheria herself may be at times... overbearing, but Richard found her to be a wonderful friend and woman. So was it the fact that the marriage was too soon, or maybe was it that Asbel was unsure of himself, or...
The Mask of Barona would be able to cut to the chase much faster, but this was an intimate issue between friends. That, and Richard knew when to be delicate, and matters directly related to the heart like this...
He was infinitely careful, stepping lightly on his toes between flowers, his gaze downward. Finally they made it across, following Asbel and catching up to his side. ] That sounds like a good idea. He seems like he could use some company. [ A lighter, joking tone. ]
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The Mask of Barona would be able to cut to the chase much faster, but this was an intimate issue between friends. That, and Richard knew when to be delicate, and matters directly related to the heart like this...
He was infinitely careful, stepping lightly on his toes between flowers, his gaze downward. Finally they made it across, following Asbel and catching up to his side. ] That sounds like a good idea. He seems like he could use some company. [ A lighter, joking tone. ]