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[ Sometimes a man needs to speak with an adult. And sometimes it's to go over random details of life and things he's mentioned before- telling this tale to a child is half the reason it comes up at all. ] But that is not the point, the point is-

You know what I did for you and Nathaniel? [ Zevran offers no real explanation other than this, nor should he need to, nor is there any real greeting beyond this. ] I attempted to do that for another set of friends of mine, Cyril and Taashath- by speaking to Taas and explaining what that manner of sentiment is and it backfired spectacularly- it did indeed Luccio- and he told me that he loved me instead. I, being myself, tried to argue against it but he meant it. Can you imagine? You've seen him, Anders, how gentle he is, how massive. I wonder what he would think of Lucci.

I handled it as best I could, and upon my return from Antiva? I gave him- I do not know what you call them down here but the closest translation is a lover's token. Something of gold with a lock of my hair inside. For Mia I gave her a locket- Taas? I gave an armband. He wears gold so well. I suppose what I am trying to explain to this child that does not really understand what it is that I am saying is sometimes life gives unexpected gifts. Wouldn't you agree, Anders?

[He huffs, amused.]

No.

[It's clear, obvious sarcasm.]

You're telling the man who expected to die not too long ago who now finds himself very much alive and beloved of someone, and with far more friends than he's ever had in his life, who knows that you suddenly have an adorable, cheerful child, that life sometimes gives unexpected gifts? I find this very difficult to believe.

But please tell Lucci more. Taas and Mia both?

Highly unexpected!

[ Zevran crackles a soft laugh, Lucci burbling happily against his shoulder. ]

Ah- Mia is...I love her. She feels the same for me. But she does not desire me. She desires no one in her bed, truly, but we share a deep bond of affection. Taas is Tal Vashoth now but he was of the Qunari for most of his life- they do not have sex for love, or have lovers with sentiment the way most do. With him I share affection and desire both- but he makes no claims upon me, nor expects me to do the same. It fits. They both have my heart, and Taas a place in my bed, and neither begrudge me other lovers should I care to take them.

I never expected this but- I am happy. I had not thought such a thing possible.

I'm glad, Zevran.

[He hadn't thought it possible for himself either.]

Sometimes, somehow, not everything goes wrong. There's no way to predict when they'll go well, [and no guarantee they'll stay that way,] but it's nice. Mia is... strong. A little intimidating, but I think she's a good person, and everything I've seen of Taas says he is as well. And now I get to say something and take pleasure in saying it.

[Anders pauses for effect.]

I told you so.

It is a good thing Mia is out- otherwise I would leave Lucci here with her, climb down the mountain, and hurt you.

[ More giggling from Lucci and Zevran tickles him. ]

That's right, you are the one thing between Anders and a good bruise to the ribs. Aren't you an adorable little excuse not to climb down to the valley? You are. Yes, you are.

Lucci, you're doing an excellent job. Continue to keep me from harm, please.

[He's very pleased with himself.]

We'll continue our secret thwarting-Zevran lessons during your next check-up. I think we can do a little better with our subterfuge so he never suspects a thing. But you're doing well. And tell your father I'm glad he has found people, because he deserves them.

I'll help with the big words, if you need it.

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