being sent to Abax with his sister... oh boy - canon is Dune

[lessons]

How sentimental you are.

An observation, not judgement passed. At the very least it would seem as though you make an effort to understand my feelings on this subject, otherwise we would not be having this conversation. You know that I cannot allow for temptation to lure me astray. No matter the form it takes. No matter your misguided sympathy. However, in this case I believe that you are in possession of more concerns than even I! And it will be through your fragile spyglass that I must peer in order to participate in this new world.

So, little window, I will shift the balance so that we may avoid your shattering under my pressure. If you're seeking for my blessing, then I'm afraid that your search will end in vain. But... I will not disallow this plan of yours. Take that as you will.

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[wild_genes]

Leto.

And what will you find trouble with, there?

[lessons]

My resolve.

[wild_genes]

Time has a way of trying to break resolve down.

But you would not need to make decisions, there. And because of that, you can be more selfish than our home would ever permit you.

[lessons]

I'll possess most of my power, but less reason for restraint. [A dangerous combination.]

[wild_genes]

*reaches to stroke his cheek, too* You will have one good reason for that restraint, and she will be yours to keep safe.

But all the reasons, all of who you are will still be there, even if you need to seek for them deep.

... but you won't have the spice, will you. *withdrawal will be unpleasant.*

[lessons]

[And he leans into that touch too, as it's one he never truly got to feel before.]

I can do nothing else. [A good reason to hold onto. He won't endanger Ghani - unless it's absolutely necessary.]

I'm told that those with special dietary needs are provided for. Though she leaves that detail for last. [There's some disdain for his mun.]