accidental additions to the orphan club

Theory walked away from the meeting feeling more confident than she had in months. No matter what the final outcome, she knew that this was a future for Abaven she could throw herself into, heart and soul. She headed from the clearing to take a brisk walk, so lost in her own thoughts and future plans that she didn't even notice Solo tailing her until he spoke up. "Oh, of course, Solo!" she said, turning quickly. "And please, don't worry yourself with formalities. I have some thoughts about positions you might be interested in, and ..." she trailed off, getting a good look at him. He looked like he wanted to dig his own grave and then bury himself right in front of her. Theo's stomach plummeted. Was he planning on leaving as well? Surely not, he'd only recently committed to his new rank. He wanted a future here. Steeling herself for whatever might come out of his mouth (and reminding herself not to take it personally unless she crumple completely), Theory sat down slowly before him. "Yes, of course I have a moment. What's on your mind?"