More than anything, that's my biggest concern. These people don't deserve this but it's always what happens when it comes to war and the strong throwing their power around.

[ time has done little for the bitterness that creeps into his voice, knowing very well what it's like to be among the people who get swept aside when someone more powerful wants their way.

and speaking of things he hates to admit... ]

I suppose I did say I was going to meddle, didn't I?

[ he can't help but sigh because nothing about this feels good right now. he could kick his own ass for being so flippant only a little while ago. ]

Is there anything that would help?