Quietly, Anduin regained his strength, gently pulling away from Arden. This moment of humility allowed him to let go of some of the tension he held in for Light knows how long, and he feels almost humbled by it. Once more he was ever grateful for the angel’s patience, but he needed to refocus on the tasks at hand.
“The future is always in motion,” Anduin echoes, retrieving a handkerchief from his pocket. “You are right, Arden. I cannot thank you enough.”
He’s quiet for a moment, staring back at the plans laid out on the table. Much to be done, much to discuss, but he must remind himself that he doesn’t have to do it alone. After taking a breath, he gathers his wits and puts back on the stern mask so reminiscent of his father’s.
“I… still strongly feel that perhaps sparring may help me, in the very least build endurance,” Anduin says, picking up a mini soldier figure off the table. “Combat is not my strongest point, but I’ve made up my mind about joining our armies. If you are willing, I would like you to be the one to help me.”
He says nothing more than a simple: “Of course.” He then takes a second to step back, giving the young man some space with his thoughts. Instead, he leans back on the table, eyes, and ears open. He finds himself nodding along, arms crossed over his chest plate. Anduin could ask of him anything, and he would answer. Nor would he ever leave his charge's side; unless the king himself asked. Arden knows how hard these past months have been, but Anduin wouldn’t be alone. Never. He may be a simple guard, but he cares for him.
“Then you shall have me. Though I have never um... taught another, I hope whatever I do will be of help,” Arden musters a smile for the young king. His mind gratefully turns toward the present, turning over Anduin’s request. Combat. With a sword --- his father’s, no question about that. Easily, he could draw from his own inherent abilities to provide an example...
“We can begin whenever you are ready, my lord. It... will not be easy, and could take longer than the time we now have to ourselves, but I will help.”
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