[ Erik's choice of words hits a chord with Ned. Symmetry. Yes, that is an elegant word for it. Somehow, it appeals to him much more than the idea of a reward and a cost. As to retribution, well, there's clearly a story there, but Ned isn't going to ask. He's had his own thoughts and actions pried into plenty today, so much so that he can't imagine doing the same to someone else. But he sets the question aside for later, perhaps, if and when the two of them know one another better. ]
Thank you. It... means a lot to hear that.
[ It does means a lot to Ned, to hear someone - not forgive him, no, but to refuse to pass judgement. Means enough, in fact, that he starts to feel his throat going tight, and he definitely doesn't want Erik to see him getting over-emotional. So he holds it back long enough to give the other man a very small smile and a nod before he cuts the connection. ]
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Thank you. It... means a lot to hear that.
[ It does means a lot to Ned, to hear someone - not forgive him, no, but to refuse to pass judgement. Means enough, in fact, that he starts to feel his throat going tight, and he definitely doesn't want Erik to see him getting over-emotional. So he holds it back long enough to give the other man a very small smile and a nod before he cuts the connection. ]