Old Regrets, New Beginnings
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smk_network[The last few weeks were primarily filled with restoration tasks, intermixed with a return to normalcy. For his part in the destruction, Atem had thrown himself into aiding in those efforts. When he wasn't doing that, he was working on honing his skills since in theory the stronger he became the easier it might become to resist outside influences in the future.
That being said he was long overdue for addressing his fellow apprentices over the mirror network. Despite the serious nature of the subject he didn't sound despondent like he had at the infirmary or in conversations directly after the witch encounter. The support of his friends had seen him through his self-loathing period.... well... that ... and something else. Something that was still uncertain and new but but also promising and exciting.]
Now that things have settled down, I feel I owe you all a formal apology.
[Atem was standing outside, the air cool enough that puffs of air were visible when he spoke]
As many of you are likely already well aware of, I was placed under a spell by Winifred Sanderson that reduced me to little more than a puppet. Under her influence I was compelled to deface the apartments, instill unease among you, and also engage in combat on her behalf. What may not be common knowledge was the fact that I also aided in finding the magical artifacts that were used in summoning the witch's in the first place. If I had known that was their purpose I would have taken a different course for my actions- my ignorance was my folly.
I am genuinely sorry for any of the pain- physical or otherwise that I may have caused you; directly or indirectly. I was naive and didn't think of the potential consequences for my decisions.
[This had been going on for a bit longer than he intended but there was still more to say..]
We should use this as a cautionary tale for the future and learn what we can from it. The magic found here is powerful, and should not be taken lightly. Also- if you feel any sort of uneasiness about accepting a mission then you should let better judgement prevail. [He wanted to warn everyone about Hades directly but there was still this uneasy alliance involving the God so he would need to employ some tact.] I have reason to doubt Hades motivations in all this since it was he who desired the collection of the aforementioned book and candle. So I would caution your involvement with him specifically.
[Then to end on something more positive] I was impressed to witness firsthand the compassion and the tenacity of my fellow apprentices. For those of you who tried to help restrain me or pick up the pieces afterword I thank you from the bottom of my heart. If we can defeat powerful enemies such as the Sandersons when everything is chaotic and in disarray imagine what we can accomplish on a more unified front. I have hope for the future and what we all will accomplish together.
That being said he was long overdue for addressing his fellow apprentices over the mirror network. Despite the serious nature of the subject he didn't sound despondent like he had at the infirmary or in conversations directly after the witch encounter. The support of his friends had seen him through his self-loathing period.... well... that ... and something else. Something that was still uncertain and new but but also promising and exciting.]
Now that things have settled down, I feel I owe you all a formal apology.
[Atem was standing outside, the air cool enough that puffs of air were visible when he spoke]
As many of you are likely already well aware of, I was placed under a spell by Winifred Sanderson that reduced me to little more than a puppet. Under her influence I was compelled to deface the apartments, instill unease among you, and also engage in combat on her behalf. What may not be common knowledge was the fact that I also aided in finding the magical artifacts that were used in summoning the witch's in the first place. If I had known that was their purpose I would have taken a different course for my actions- my ignorance was my folly.
I am genuinely sorry for any of the pain- physical or otherwise that I may have caused you; directly or indirectly. I was naive and didn't think of the potential consequences for my decisions.
[This had been going on for a bit longer than he intended but there was still more to say..]
We should use this as a cautionary tale for the future and learn what we can from it. The magic found here is powerful, and should not be taken lightly. Also- if you feel any sort of uneasiness about accepting a mission then you should let better judgement prevail. [He wanted to warn everyone about Hades directly but there was still this uneasy alliance involving the God so he would need to employ some tact.] I have reason to doubt Hades motivations in all this since it was he who desired the collection of the aforementioned book and candle. So I would caution your involvement with him specifically.
[Then to end on something more positive] I was impressed to witness firsthand the compassion and the tenacity of my fellow apprentices. For those of you who tried to help restrain me or pick up the pieces afterword I thank you from the bottom of my heart. If we can defeat powerful enemies such as the Sandersons when everything is chaotic and in disarray imagine what we can accomplish on a more unified front. I have hope for the future and what we all will accomplish together.
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Date: 2019-11-14 12:25 am (UTC)[ He pouted and looked skyward at the wires that seemed to be holding him steady, for now. ]
I was trying to help the repair efforts by using a spell to help them restring these power cables but things have come out a bit sideways, or upside down as it were... What I really could use is something soft to land in or some way not to fall at all! Yami. I'm hanging over Main Street right in front of the sweet shop, oh! You know I think they have lemon tarts on sale!