[ It's endearing how Jayce leans into the mare, something that Viktor can picture himself doing a hundred times. Maybe it hadn't been up to Viktor to hire the farrier, but he'll certainly defend him if there are any opinions about removing him from the position; he cares about the horses as much as the job itself, an unfortunately rare trait for many working with animals.
When his gaze lifts to Viktor, that same electricity fizzles through his bones. Clearing his throat and trying to ignore the feeling of having those eyes on him before, golden and intense, he waits to be led back to the hay bale where he can dismount. As he's sliding back down to his feet, Jayce's words hit, and though it's a request, it sounds like a confession. Why is Viktor reacting like a schoolboy to this stranger? He almost makes a joke about Jayce being so forward, but he doesn't know how it will land and doesn't want to risk the budding friendship. ]
Of course. You're not getting rid of me so easily, Jayce. We're partners now.
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When his gaze lifts to Viktor, that same electricity fizzles through his bones. Clearing his throat and trying to ignore the feeling of having those eyes on him before, golden and intense, he waits to be led back to the hay bale where he can dismount. As he's sliding back down to his feet, Jayce's words hit, and though it's a request, it sounds like a confession. Why is Viktor reacting like a schoolboy to this stranger? He almost makes a joke about Jayce being so forward, but he doesn't know how it will land and doesn't want to risk the budding friendship. ]
Of course. You're not getting rid of me so easily, Jayce. We're partners now.