[ That's... true. With or without him, the UE would find a way to make lives miserable. He's not sure that helps, but it's a good point. He's quiet for a moment, leaning into that awkward hug appreciatively. And, in a moment, he turns more fully toward Marduk, reaches up to pull him down with a hand behind his neck, and kisses him. There's a ripple of irritation when this means stopping in the street and blocking the flow of those behind them, but Vanadi doesn't much care. ]
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