There's always an intention, good or bad, behind every action we take. It's never 'nothing'. As the boy's caregiver, guarantee me you wish him no harm and aren't trying to use him in some way.
Even someone as arrogant and unreasonable as you can understand that much.
[This man has broken down his door, accused him of dishonorable actions, called him a liar, and has drawn his sword on him. Xue Qianxun has answered him and asked him to leave three times.
He suddenly rushes him with a hand out, no weapon in sight but plenty of energy surrounding him now to create a powerful force to slam into the man.]
[This man harassed him when he was ill and needing to see his brats, given his ward a suspiciously generous gift, hung up on him rudely, and now is refusing to give him the promise he is demanding asking for.
He's ready when Xue Qianxun moves. He slashes Dragon's Back out at the energy before it hits him. The room shakes as the two forces connect, if not the house.]
[Still moving forward, he uses more force to keep this man on the defense, fully intending to get him out of his rooms. That way he can keep him away from the room behind him and he can drop the barrier. It'll be easier to have not divide his attention.]
[ The shaking is what greets Zishu when he gets home, and he darts to where he can sense (and hear) the disturbance. Only a moment's glance tells him what he thinks he needs to know. Mostly, his ancestor has caused trouble. Again.
He knows he can't really make a dent in terms of fighting against Ye Baiyi, but that doesn't stop him from boldly stepping between the pair with a sharp look at his ancestor. ]
Ancestor Ye. Why are you being so rude in my home?
[ He might be fond of the Sword Immortal, but he knows how rude the man can be! ]
[The impact of the next blast has Baiyi sliding back a few feet. He is ready to retaliate but immediately stops moving forward when Zishu gets between them. He glares at the brat.]
And he is being dishonorable with the person under my protection!
[His eyes dart to the side when he notices someone and immediately lowers his energies. Standing straight, he puts a hand behind his back while letting his face go neutral.
Though he does narrow his eyes at the mention of him being dishonorable because that is entirely wrong.]
I have stated to him that I have no intentions with the one known as Xie. Our last encounter he was a stranger and would not tell me why he was on your grounds. I allowed him to pass when he proved to not be a threat to you or your husband.
[That's his side of things. He falls quiet again after that. There's no need to say more.]
[ Sadly for Ye Baiyi, Zishu is used to such harsh glares. Especially in ignoring them.
His gaze lowers as he listens to both sides. While he doesn't quite sigh, he turns and clasps his hands before him in a little bow to Xue Qianxun. ]
Thank you for your restraint. I hope you can forgive me for not doing more in protecting your peace here.
[ Straightening, he turns back to Ye Baiyi and gestures pointedly out of the house. ]
I have no reason not to believe his word. Some people help because they feel like it, or because they have been asked. I have made many friends here because of that kindness.
[He nods to accept the apology then watches the other man leave. Dropping the barrier on the room behind him, he looks at the broken door at the front.]
It was not my intention to bring conflict to your home. I will work harder to avoid it.
[Because he likes living here and he is capable of being polite instead of politely rude. Sometimes. If motivated.]
[ Zishu is more amused than insulted when Baiyi informs him he's disappointed the sword immortal. Arguing at this moment doesn't suit him, so he watches the man storm away before turning back to Xue Qianxun.
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Tell me now, what is your purpose behind helping Xie'er.
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I do not know your connection to him but I would not be so crass as to use a man injured of heart and body to get to you.
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[He rises to his feet finally.]
Leave. I have answered you already.
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[His eyes narrow.]
No! You haven't explained your intentions here. I know this to be untrue.
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[He steps closer now.]
I have answered you. Leave.
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[He draws his blade.]
The boy has been used enough. I'm not leaving until you tell me what was your motivation to help him.
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I will not repeat myself again. Leave.
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Even someone as arrogant and unreasonable as you can understand that much.
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He suddenly rushes him with a hand out, no weapon in sight but plenty of energy surrounding him now to create a powerful force to slam into the man.]
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demandingasking for.He's ready when Xue Qianxun moves. He slashes Dragon's Back out at the energy before it hits him. The room shakes as the two forces connect, if not the house.]
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He knows he can't really make a dent in terms of fighting against Ye Baiyi, but that doesn't stop him from boldly stepping between the pair with a sharp look at his ancestor. ]
Ancestor Ye. Why are you being so rude in my home?
[ He might be fond of the Sword Immortal, but he knows how rude the man can be! ]
This man is here under my protection.
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And he is being dishonorable with the person under my protection!
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Though he does narrow his eyes at the mention of him being dishonorable because that is entirely wrong.]
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How is he being dishonorable to Xie'er?
[ Sparing a glance at Xue Qianxun, he nods just a little in greeting and hinted thanks for not continuing to fight. ]
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He will not deny it or tell me his intentions in helping him. After our previous interactions and his continual disrespect, I question his honor.
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[That's his side of things. He falls quiet again after that. There's no need to say more.]
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His gaze lowers as he listens to both sides. While he doesn't quite sigh, he turns and clasps his hands before him in a little bow to Xue Qianxun. ]
Thank you for your restraint. I hope you can forgive me for not doing more in protecting your peace here.
[ Straightening, he turns back to Ye Baiyi and gestures pointedly out of the house. ]
I have no reason not to believe his word. Some people help because they feel like it, or because they have been asked. I have made many friends here because of that kindness.
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Believe what you want then if you're willing to make conclusions on so little. You disappoint me, Zhou Zishu.
[He turns and storms out of the room.]
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It was not my intention to bring conflict to your home. I will work harder to avoid it.
[Because he likes living here and he is capable of being polite instead of politely rude. Sometimes. If motivated.]
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He shakes his head to dismiss fault. ]
I disappoint him often, do not worry about it.
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[He genuinely doesn't care about the relationship between these two. They can do as they please.]
I must request a repair for my door though.
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Of course. I will see it done by tomorrow. You are welcome to stay in another room until then if you wish.
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I will manage for one day.
[He nods his head. It's meant to be a thank you even though it looks like he's dismissing him. He's still figuring out this being a person thing.]
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