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It was far to hard to resist laughing as Eclipse charged him, and he instinctively returned by petting the wolf-bird and bending down onto one knee like he had done so many times before so that Eclipse wasnt stuck in such an odd posture for a quadroped. Forcing the joy of laughter to subside, he managed out some words past the overly friendly hound. "I've missed you all as well. I pray things havent fallen apart without me." The soft leather on the underside of his metal gauntlets scratched the familiar blue fur slowly as he took in the company of one of his closest friends.

((Oh right, chores... I remember those... *grumble* may slow me up somewhat.))

"Yes armor. This was given to me a long time ago by a good friend. I just left it behind without really thinking..." Saradin trailed off a small bit thinking about what he'd done, but it was already put right and didnt hurt any longer. "I've got more too. Just a few things that sit and collect dust these days. But more on that later, where is everybody?"

Saradin mimed the demeanor that he was given and countered her greeting. "Aurahkah." It was pleasant to see that things, including the odd relationship between Eclipse and Aurahkah, were the same as ever. "It's wonderful to see you again. I'm sorry I dissapeared so suddenly before, I've had a lot to take care of." Relieving himself from the distraction that was Eclipse, Saradin pulled back to his feet and greeted her more in keeping with his history; a quiet nod of acknowledgement, but today everything he did was coupled with an encouraging smile. "We can stand around all day if you like, but I'd prefer we go inside. It's been a long trip."

Saradin responded to the hug he recieved as he did just about any public display of affection towards him these days. Awkwardly. It used to be that he acted remotely disgruntled and felt as if he was being teased pointlessly, but now the feelings were genuine. After picking up his pack, Saradin followed Aurah into the manor, keeping stride with her despite the hefty load. Entering the manor was like walking into another world. A place close to the heart that was as if everything in it was a new sight to behold despite having been there so long before. And in the typical way, the destination was the kitchen, a place to which he was intimately familiar. Once inside, he couldnt help but pause to look at it all. This was a place he belonged, and was appreciated earnestly. "Shall I cook something then?" His natural response.

"I whole heartedly opt for your cooking. I've heard many gripes about how bad it is. Show me." Already in the quick process of removing his large suit of armor, Saradin stood beside the table waiting for what miraculous or disasterous creation she could make. Removing it was a quick task given its design and the creativity of its maker and soon there was a complete suit of full plate sitting in a neat stack near the corner of the table next to Saradin's preferred chair. Composing himself a bit and stretching his shoulders from the removed weight, he looked wonderously at Aurah. "Perhaps a potentially lethal sandwhich?"

Standing in front of the fire in the great hall, Tiu hears Aura and Eclipse going through, but doesn't turn. Upon hearing a strangers voice in the kitchen with Aura, Tiu moves to investigate, Nivue coming with her. Looking down at Nivue, "Do you think it is safe?"

"I am...not sure."

Tensing, Tiu walks toward the kitchen, stopping the the doorway. Who is that? Not sure whether or not to go in, she just stands there.

"Yes...yes I am trying to kill you." She laughed, biting into her apple. She then smiled as she spotted Tiu in the doorway. "Tiu...morning. Don't just stand in the doorway." She motioned a hand to Saradin. "Tiu, Nivue, this is Saradin. I'm trying kill him."

Eclipse popped up from his spot on the floor and fluffed his wings before giving his hound brethren a bark of greeting. "Morning Nivue, Tiu."