01-29-2023, 08:26 AM
Jacqueline was used to taking orders and following them back at home, but changing her name and abandoning her pack—abandoning her status as heiress to the throne, even—was supposed to be the beginning of a new era for her, an era where she no longer followed others or took orders.
And, here she was, following a man down a mountain she was certain she could get down herself. Still, the drawback of passively following him would be worth it in the end if he proved himself worthy to serve her or act as a confidant. She supposed that, just like at home, not always taking the lead could be beneficial to her in the long run, and may actually bring her more power in the end.
“I’ve slid down no mountains,” she admitted. “Have you? On purpose, I mean.” She couldn’t decide if it sounded fun or frivolous. Hopefully, he would elaborate.
And, here she was, following a man down a mountain she was certain she could get down herself. Still, the drawback of passively following him would be worth it in the end if he proved himself worthy to serve her or act as a confidant. She supposed that, just like at home, not always taking the lead could be beneficial to her in the long run, and may actually bring her more power in the end.
“I’ve slid down no mountains,” she admitted. “Have you? On purpose, I mean.” She couldn’t decide if it sounded fun or frivolous. Hopefully, he would elaborate.