[indent][hr][center][img]https://txt-dynamic.static.1001fonts.net/txt/b3RmLjk2LmNlZjU4Zi5SWEpwY3lCVFlXMWhaV3csLjQA/mafakanev.regular.png[/img][/center] [hr][indent] The response was expected, but not quite like [i]that[/i]. Maxwell had a sharp tongue; Eris actually liked that, but it needed to be tamed just a touch. Or at least pointed in the right direction. He wasn't a completely hopeless case after all, and it was a bit of a relief to see he wouldn't get shipped off to the mines once graduation came around. Then again, the night was young, there was plenty of time to trip him up if he really wanted to get rid of him. Time would tell, he supposed. For now, Eris gave him a genuine chuckle, raising a finger to point at him. Since he hadn't seen him at the Arena, he wasn't sure of his prowess, but mages were still human. He snatched the darker haired mage's jaw, tilting his face towards his. [color=ccff99]"Careful now, you're not cute enough to get away with talking like that,"[/color] Eris warned him, a mischievous glint in his eye. [color=ccff99]"Unless you're willing to get on your knees for me, then by all means, continue."[/color] Of course, there was an [i]actual[/i] reason behind his initial tardiness, but the mage couldn't be trusted to shine his shoes, let alone learn his plans. That said, Eris was aware he wasn't too keen on doing that anytime soon, and there were plenty of people around. Squeezing his face once more, Eris released Maxwell as he took out his phone, a pending email grabbing his attention. Taking a second to respond, he pocketed his phone once again, shrugging his shoulders. [color=ccff99]"There's something that will be delivered to me in town. If you behave, I'll see to getting you your focus of choice right after,"[/color] Eris said, deciding to give a rather gracious offer on his part. [color=ccff99]"And speaking of which, we won't be going into town alone."[/color] As the pair made their way past the common dorms, the noble dorms were in sight. A quick look at the mailboxes told him exactly where they needed to go. Eris casually made his way to the Sinnenodel dorm, coming to a halt before the door. He supposed that maybe giving the mage a warning would help more than harm, but he was willing to take the tongue lashing if it meant getting to see Varis rip Maxwell a new one. He eyed said mage warily as he placed his hand on his chin. He omitted that he would be judging the mage's social skills to see what he needed to teach him. Hopefully he wouldn't be much of a challenge, but considering he already had his Ismene, there wasn't any point in putting in too much effort into training the kid. [color=ccff99]"How this relationship works is entirely in your hands,"[/color] Eris decided to be completely straight with him, motioning to the door. [color=ccff99]"You can be smart and sarcastic and get punished...or you can be quiet and obedient and get spoiled. Up to you, I'll have fun either way."[/color] He winked, knocking on the door sharply. [/indent][hr][/indent] [sub][right]Unfortunate victim: [@Scribe of Thoth][/right][/sub]