[Training] we all need a little bit more

Nikolai

We are only haunted by the things we refuse to accept
-Bridgett Devoue

The warm greeting causes a pleased and slightly shy smile to appear on Nikolai. The young Ascended still had yet to adjust to the easy affection that seemed to exist amongst the Ascended. The sensation of family, of unity. It was overwhelming and rather intoxicating.

And then the bow is suddenly in front of him, and Nikolai gently takes it from the Demi-god. "Thank you." Running his fingers over the face, he can't help the slight look of awe that appears. The weapon is longer and heavier then he'd originally thought, it's presence stronger. It only made Nikolai admire Wessex's skill will thee bow all the more.

At her question, Nikolai shakes his head, eyes still scanning the weapon in his hands with curiosity. "Never.  I know absolutely nothing except that it involves pulling the string to release the arrow. That's literally it."

A slightly sheepish chuckle escapes him. And although it hurts his pride to be so honest about his lack of experience, somehow he knows Wessex won't judge him for it. Plus he imagines it'll be easier to teach him if she knows just where he is in terms of knowledge.

Resilience is born even when we feel like we are dying
-Alex Elle