Lucien couldn't help but let out a chuckle, knowing Faolan was joking. If he had to be perfectly honest, physical contact with other people was not something he had growing up. Even though the people at the Church had cared for him, they had always kept him at a distance. Faolan was probably the first, and now second, person he had hugged, but he didn't find it necessary to share that. Instead, he joked. 

[color=burlywood]"It could have been worse."[/color] He said jokingly, before stepping away. He could almost feel the lingering touch of the man on his shoulder as he had began to walk away. He tried not to feel sad, believing the man would return. 

He lingered outside for a little while until Faolan was completely out of sight, before coming back inside. 

It took a couple days for  Lucien to be able to speak to Father Cyril. Despite his improved mood they hadn't spoken all that much. He felt a little bad honestly, but it was time for him to speak up. It had been a few days since Faolan had gone, and while he wasn't sure exactly how long he was going to take, he wanted to make sure to say something to Father Cyril before he had, to give him a bit to warm up to the idea. 

[color=burlywood]"Father Cyril, I need to speak with you.."[/color] He said after knocking on the priest's door. 

[b]"...Come in.."[/b] Upon hearing that, Lucien opened the door, though he mostly remained at the door-frame. [b]"What is it?"[/b]

The nephilim let out a small breath before he brought himself to speak. [color=burlywood]"Father Cyril, I am truly grateful for everything you and Father Thomas have done for me.. but I decided that I want to experience the world after all.."[/color] He said. Immediately the priest's eyebrows furrowed. 

[b]"Lucien we've been over this--"[/b] 

[color=burlywood]"Please let me finish."[/color] Interrupting was something Lucien almost never did, but he felt like if he didn't in this situation then he wouldn't be allowed to finish. [color=burlywood]"Back before Faolan had decided to leave.. I asked him if I could go with him, and he said yes. There were some things he had to take care of beforehand but.. he's going to return.. and when he does.. I'm leaving with him.."[/color] 

[b]"Lucien you can't be serious. You hardly know the man. I admit I was a little wrong about him but.. how do you even know he is going to come back for you? He could have took you with him in the first place."[/b] 

Lucien was quick to shake his head. [color=burlywood]"No.. Faolan isn't like that. If he hadn't wanted me to go, he would have told me no. I told you that back at the ship.. he helped me out a lot, and he made me realize how naive I truly am. I appreciate the shelter I was given as a child, but I think I was protected from too much. Those two weeks on the ship taught me that. I'm.. ready to face it all head on.."[/color] 

Father Cyril let out a heavy sigh. [b]"People out there lie all the time. I get he's your friend but.. what are you going to do if he finds out about you? If he tries to use you?"[/b] 

[color=burlywood]"That's.. not going to happen. Faolan he.. he already knows I can heal people.. Back at the ship things happened and.. he got hurt because he helped me, I had no choice. [i]But[/i] he didn't ask me any questions, or inquire anything about what I was, up to this day, and he didn't tell anyone either. I think even if he knew.. it would be alright. I trust him, Father Cyril. I know I'm not as experienced with people as I could be, but there's just something that tells me that I can believe in him. Even if.. I couldn't travel with him, I can't stay behind these walls anymore, I wish to go."[/color] His voice was filled with determination this time around, very well willing to defend Faolan in this situation. 

The priest wasn't sure what to say at first, but it was clear he was exasperated. He reached up and pinched the bridge of his nose. He had been shocked to hear the Irishman knew about Lucien's healing ability. There was a part of him that made him even more hesitant to let Lucien go with him, but he seemed determined this time around, and he was worried saying no might have the man going off on his own, which seemed like a worse alternative. Regardless, he wasn't even sure if Faolan would return for him. If he didn't, it was possible Lucien would be discouraged from continuing on this journey of his.

[b]"[i]If[/i] the man comes back, I'll have a talk with him. I promised Father Thomas I would take care of you, the least I can do is make sure you're going with good company. If I decide it's safe to travel with him, I at least want you to write to me every now and then so I know you're alright. I'm sure Father Thomas would appreciate it as well."[/b] 

Lucien's expression brightened up. [color=burlywood]"Thank you!"[/color] He exclaimed, bowing his head to the priest. Father Cyril simply shoo'd him away, and he was quick to leave the room, happy that he would be allowed to go. He wasn't worried about how the conversation between Faolan and Father Cyril would go, he hoped the priest would see the same good in the man that he did. All he had to do now was wait for him to return.