[The letter is surprising both for its existence, and what it is written in. Opening it, Loki can't help the smile that comes when he sees the runes. It is a letter that is so very proper, but also so clearly "Eilonwy". It could always be a trap--and part of Loki's brain was still paranoid, still wary of being hurt again and betrayed.
But his time in Labyrinthum had also helped, giving him more reasons to fight that paranoia and old hurt. To want to take chances again, perhaps find friends--real friends--of his own. This letter was proof of that, and Loki tucked it carefully away to hold onto in times when he worried about slipping into old habits.
As it was, the time between it being sent and received, and when Eilonwy would call again was short enough that Loki would wait until she arrived. There to greet her knocks, with a small but genuine smile on his face. Easily inviting her in, as Loki had prepared tea and snacks.]
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Date: 2024-03-13 03:36 pm (UTC)But his time in Labyrinthum had also helped, giving him more reasons to fight that paranoia and old hurt. To want to take chances again, perhaps find friends--real friends--of his own. This letter was proof of that, and Loki tucked it carefully away to hold onto in times when he worried about slipping into old habits.
As it was, the time between it being sent and received, and when Eilonwy would call again was short enough that Loki would wait until she arrived. There to greet her knocks, with a small but genuine smile on his face. Easily inviting her in, as Loki had prepared tea and snacks.]
Thank you, my friend. And welcome.