[Being walked into is entirely negligent to him, but Bondrewd does notice it. There's a pause in his step as he gazes down at Ekko, the faintest tilt of his masked head as he observes the teenager. Sure, Ekko is probably at fault, but Bondrewd doesn't take it personally. Instead, his voice is even and polite.]
Ah, my deepest apologies. Here, young man.
[A hand is offered out to Ekko without any hesitation, the only intent to help him up to his feet.]
A marvelous sight this city, isn't it? Far more advanced than most places I have witnessed. Such a curious thing.
[It was his own fault in actuality but Ekko was a headstrong boy who didn't like to admit when he was wrong at the best of times. On top of that he was a bit frazzled given his new state of affairs being trapped in a world he knew nothing about without any of his compatriots or gadgetry at his disposal. Dusting himself off before looking towards the hand offered he reluctantly grasps it getting back onto his feet, giving the other a once over as his eyes train upon the strange helmet. It reminded him somewhat of an Enforcers mask but not entirely the same despite the full coverage it gave. Not to mention he seemed far kinder than anyone of them he's ever met in memories past.
A subtle nod of his head is ushered back in rebuttal to his counterpart's questioning, gazing out at the rather captivating city he now found himself in. It wasn't far off the mark in terms of technology with Piltover but its massive scale far surpassed it if you don't take into account the Underbelly of Zaun as well.]
It sure is something...Kinda reminds me of back home though it definitely has its differences.
[A far more modern approach at large here by comparison, Piltover's own Valoran cultural influences of steampunk styled gadgetry and polished cobblestone united as one giving it sophistication unlike any other aptly named the city of progress. Thinking of home causes him to look down at his hands, curling them both tightly into fists as he is quickly reminded of everyone left behind who depends on him, sighing solemnly as a pained expression crosses his face.]
[This guy is painfully optimistic for someone who got abducted from their home world, Ekko sighing a bit solemnly with a reluctant nod of his head in agreement.]
Yeah...I guess so. Still doesn't explain how we ended up here in the first place though.
[As they contemplate their fates here the boy looks back towards the other with a more pensive look crossing his features than before.]
And how do you know that? Some of our homes aren't filled with sunshine and rainbows that live on peacefully without problems.
[In fact it was quite the opposite for him, Ekko's world on the cusp of turmoil with balance hanging on by a thread. One wrong move and it could be an all out civil war between Zaun and Piltover after bearing witness to the horrors ensued by Jinx on the bridge in their last confrontation. She had killed over a dozen Enforcers including the sheriff Marcus which was likely to cause unrest in the top siders with retaliation sure to follow en suite.]
No, of course not, but the beauty of an adventure is to at least enjoy the things we see and learn about.
[There's a thoughtful pause as Bondrewd folds his arms. Not to be guarded, but because he seems to be considering how to response to the young man before him.]
Forgive me, I can see how you came to that conclusion based on my words, but it is not quite what I meant. I can't think of a single place that would fit such a description. However, it's important to believe that we will make it back to our homes and to continue our aspirations. Hope is a very powerful motivator.
Nothing is ever easy. Yet, you should be able to count on your willpower and those you trust to depend on, yes?
Edited (realized i was repeating myself and i cant live like that) 2024-06-12 17:53 (UTC)
[Not everything the stranger said was false but at the same time it did nothing to ease his worries at first, for Ekko had limited allies back home that he could truly depend on. Sure the Firelights were his trusted family but they depended on his guidance as their leader and without him to advise them who knows what could happen. It causes the boy to sigh solemnly as he thinks about that further for a moment before he finally accepts there is nothing he can do but bide his time here in the meantime.
It would be hard to enjoy himself here knowing that his own world could be in peril but what would Vi say at a time like this? Probably something akin to the man standing before him, to live in the moment and cherish every minute of this despite the horrors that might ensue back home. Upon realizing that he had no other immediate options, Ekko nodding in agreement albeit reluctantly.]
Hope is a powerful motivator you're not wrong there...Guess I just have to keep faith and believe like I always have.
[A sincere smile beginning to creep onto his lips as he extends out a hand in formal greeting.]
Thanks, I kind of needed that pick me up. Name's Ekko.
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Ah, my deepest apologies. Here, young man.
[A hand is offered out to Ekko without any hesitation, the only intent to help him up to his feet.]
A marvelous sight this city, isn't it? Far more advanced than most places I have witnessed. Such a curious thing.
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A subtle nod of his head is ushered back in rebuttal to his counterpart's questioning, gazing out at the rather captivating city he now found himself in. It wasn't far off the mark in terms of technology with Piltover but its massive scale far surpassed it if you don't take into account the Underbelly of Zaun as well.]
It sure is something...Kinda reminds me of back home though it definitely has its differences.
[A far more modern approach at large here by comparison, Piltover's own Valoran cultural influences of steampunk styled gadgetry and polished cobblestone united as one giving it sophistication unlike any other aptly named the city of progress. Thinking of home causes him to look down at his hands, curling them both tightly into fists as he is quickly reminded of everyone left behind who depends on him, sighing solemnly as a pained expression crosses his face.]
Guessing I'm a long ways from there now though.
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[His helmet tips down, as if bashful.] Ah, but mere speculation on my part. To wonder these things, if the people are fortunate -- habit, for now.
[Bondrewd turns to face Ekko once more. Though the helmet gives way to no expression, the tone he takes is still one of sincere friendliness.]
True. We are far from our respective homes. However, they will be there when we return, so long as we keep our resolve.
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Yeah...I guess so. Still doesn't explain how we ended up here in the first place though.
[As they contemplate their fates here the boy looks back towards the other with a more pensive look crossing his features than before.]
And how do you know that? Some of our homes aren't filled with sunshine and rainbows that live on peacefully without problems.
[In fact it was quite the opposite for him, Ekko's world on the cusp of turmoil with balance hanging on by a thread. One wrong move and it could be an all out civil war between Zaun and Piltover after bearing witness to the horrors ensued by Jinx on the bridge in their last confrontation. She had killed over a dozen Enforcers including the sheriff Marcus which was likely to cause unrest in the top siders with retaliation sure to follow en suite.]
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[There's a thoughtful pause as Bondrewd folds his arms. Not to be guarded, but because he seems to be considering how to response to the young man before him.]
Forgive me, I can see how you came to that conclusion based on my words, but it is not quite what I meant. I can't think of a single place that would fit such a description. However, it's important to believe that we will make it back to our homes and to continue our aspirations. Hope is a very powerful motivator.
Nothing is ever easy. Yet, you should be able to count on your willpower and those you trust to depend on, yes?
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It would be hard to enjoy himself here knowing that his own world could be in peril but what would Vi say at a time like this? Probably something akin to the man standing before him, to live in the moment and cherish every minute of this despite the horrors that might ensue back home. Upon realizing that he had no other immediate options, Ekko nodding in agreement albeit reluctantly.]
Hope is a powerful motivator you're not wrong there...Guess I just have to keep faith and believe like I always have.
[A sincere smile beginning to creep onto his lips as he extends out a hand in formal greeting.]
Thanks, I kind of needed that pick me up. Name's Ekko.