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Ludovic's mismatched eyes watched Absinth intently, absorbing her lesson on self-preservation. It was a concept he instinctively understood, but her words clarified it further. It was something he already knew deep down but now understood even better. Survival was about knowing when to step back, avoid defeat, and save your energy for future challenges. It meant being clever, relying on more than just muscle and chance.
He met his mother’s eyes, nodding as she instilled the lesson into their very beings. The idea of retreating from a fight conflicted him, and though he couldn't be sure how he'd react until faced with such a decision, he planned to avoid ever being in that position. Ludovic was determined to structure his life and decisions in such a way that he'd never need to face such a choice.


"Ludovic Praetor-Inferos"