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[Is that possible in this world? Yes, it is. Is it something he wants to think about either? No, of course not. Hiro knows logically that if something that severe happened at home he at least would--

...not even have Baymax. Though...though wait a minute, the chip was in Baymax's hand here so that means it'd be in his hand at home, right? He'll just have to remember that when he gets back, problem solved. That doesn't mean that the problem's solved here though and he frowns as well, mind already wandering to possible scenarios and solutions.]

I kinda know a little first aid, but not as much as some people back home. [There's that admittance, at least.] But at least we have these things to call people if we need to, right? [He actually reaches up to flick the locket with his other hand, watching it spin. Oops, sorry Thrall.] That's gotta count for something.

[Thrall has to look away for a moment so that he doesn't get dizzy. His frown softens, though.]

Yes. You should let people know where you are going and how long you will be gone, if possible. [He pauses because he knows he's been bad at that lately.] I will endeavor to do so as well. Admittedly, I am not used to... working by myself. I keep forgetting that I do not have a council of advisors and bodyguards in the shadows, as I have for years. It is humbling.

[Well that he doesn't agree with. He lets people know if he'll be gone for a really long time, but otherwise why bother? He can take care of himself just fine for the shorter journeys.

But he doesn't have to verbalize that. Thrall can probably tell by the look on his face but he's not going to verbally trash the idea.]

Does it bother you to work by yourself?

[That doesn't slip by Thrall.] At the very least, let people know when you are going to be gone for some length of time. Your friends will want to know when they can start worrying, [he says with a slight smile.

But then it's back to himself.]

I have one of my soldiers here and my oath-brother. If I need their help I know I will have it, so it's not as if I'm entirely alone. It's... [He searches for the word.] But all of my former responsibilities have been replaced with new ones. In that way, it's both freeing and-- frightening. I was not always Warchief, of course. But I hardly know how to be anything else.

[He shakes his head.]

... My apologies, Hiro. I did not mean to push my burdens on you.

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I don't need people to worry about me though. [He's not upset by the notion but it's such a matter-of-fact statement that one thing is clear. Only a handful of people ever have the privilege of worrying about him or knowing his secrets.]

...you didn't tell me you found people. [There's a grin though because man, that's awesome.] I think we've all had to shift around our priorities since we got here. Monarchs sorta made sure of that. Most of my inventions still wouldn't work here if I wasn't at the Station and I can't just stay there and not do anything else.

[Aw Thrall.] It's not pushing anything. It's okay.

[Omfg Hiro.] You can say that, but people will worry whether you like it or not. I have learned this... personally. [He looks a bit awkward at that. He's been yelled at once or twice.]

I did. Koltira helped me escort some refugees to a spire. I could not have done it without his help. [That's a lie. He could have, but he wouldn't have been able to sleep at all the whole trip.

He smiles, then, a soft and slight thing around his tusks.]

Have you started any new projects?

[Sorry about your rebel charge, Thrallmax /kanyeshrug.] I know. [He's aware of course, what with how people often worked out in his life. Granted there are times in his life that he's glad people worried enough about him to come rescue him and talk sense into him. He's just not sure how that'll play out in this place.] I kinda learned the same thing.

So where's Koltira now? [That seems to be the important question here. But Thrall asks an even more important question and it seems to slide right off of Hiro's radar.]

Where do you think I'm going? [A bright grin, excitement present at the idea of starting something new.] Have you met Saber? She wanted me to do something for one of the spires.

[One thing at a time, Hiro! Thrall can't help absorbing the kid's enthusiasm. All of a sudden, the Drabwurld seems... less drab when he has a bright, creative kid willing to help out. The fact he's a human is just a plus.] We separated after the mission, but he will report to me regularly.

[He wonders what Saber could want with him. Definitely not wanting the kid on the front lines, he hopes.] I have met the general. She gave you an important task, then? I am glad to hear it-- and I am curious to see what you will do with it.

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[Telling Hiro to slow down isn't really that effective.] As long as you stay in contact I guess.

[Nah, there's a reason he hasn't told anybody he tried running out to the front lines...] I think so! I mean it's kind of important...it's gonna be something big, so...[He nods.] It'll be great when it's done.

[Thrall would consider grabbing Hiro and putting h in a box and never letting him leave that box. Because... CHILD, PLEASE.]

I have no doubt about that. You have done extraordinary things already; this will be no different.

[He unwraps his arm and puts those things away, talking as he does so.] Have you made many friends?

[Yeah, because Hiro wouldn't figure out creative ways to get out of the box. SORRY THRALL-DAD.]

...thanks. Really. [That earns something of a shy smile and he breaks eye contact, genuinely pleased with the compliment. The question causes him to look back into the locket though.]

I guess it depends on how many you'd count as many. But I have a few now. [And you have no idea how amazing and strange it is, dude. He was still getting used to it back home, this is entirely different.]

[He would. And then Thrall would just stare into the camera like he's on The Office. But-- oh nooo... Hiro's not only being super cute, but Thrall recognizes that sort of behavior. Kid needs acknowledgment. Ancestors know he does, too.] You are very welcome.

[He'd like, pat his hair if he wasn't 300 miles away.]

That is very good to hear. [The more people Hiro knows, the more resources he'll have. And the less likely he'll be stuck somewhere, helpless. That's Thrall's hope, anyway. He looks pleased at the development, though his gaze gets a far-off cast to it.] Our ties with others are important. They're powerful in their own right-- sometimes as strong as blood.

[Acknowledgment comes in bounds at home but this somehow seems more important. People here don't automatically know he's a genius and while he doesn't mind sharing that fact when it comes up, people recognizing his brilliant and talent on their own can be nice. He's not necessarily modest, but he's not the type to actively brag about his intellect either.

Also no hair-patting :(]

You mean like friends becoming your family? [The tone's a little dry but it's a concept he's more than familiar with. The nerds became like family back home, and he has a few people here he's grown very, very close to whether he wants to admit it or not.] The ties are important but what about...[Hm. How to phrase it?] What about if you don't want to make those ties too tight so people can still leave when they want to?

Yes... [Thrall doesn't have anything in terms of actual family. They were all killed when he was a baby, or before. But he has brothers, like Vol'jin and Cairne, who may look nothing like him but they are family.]

There is nothing about those bonds that says they cannot leave. It will hurt, of course, but... Everyone has their own path to tread, whether it's by your side or far away but in your thoughts. [He tilts his head.] True friendships stay with you long after they have passed.

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[Funny story about that...they can talk about lack of family another time. At least Hiro has Aunt Cass though.

He's quiet for a minute as he lets that sink in...before there's a grin.]

Is the infinite wisdom part of the whole "talks to spirits" thing?

[Thrall's cheeks darken. If he were human, it'd be a ruby red blush.] N-- not exactly. [He glances away, rubs the back of his neck.] It's... I have seen a lot, and-- you must find me terribly dull. I talk too much.

It's no big deal. [A shrug follows.] I probably haven't seen that much compared to you so talk away. [He'll just tune you out if it gets too dull, just like everybody else he talks to. That's a good lesson he's learned in his 14 years on the planet.]

[Oh thank god. Thrall is so awkward. So bad at this. So bad at everything.] Oh. I-- all right. [But now he's been put on the spot, so he isn't sure what to say. LMAO, THE LIFE.]

[Thrall you're lucky Hiro's not that much of a brat that he starts laughing...though he looks like he might be trying not to.] I didn't mean right now if that helps any. Just in general.

Yes, of course. [He can tell Hiro's trying not to laugh, and that just makes it worse. He clears his throat.]

Is... there anything else you wanted to ask me?

Not right now. [Have a reassuring grin.] I gotta get going anyway, I'm almost there. [Wherever "there" is, Hiro's still not saying.] But I'll see you later?

[He almost does, but-- he'll let Hiro keep that secret. For now.]

Yes, [he replies warmly.] We'll speak more later. And hopefully in person.

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