Continuing on.

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Continued from.

[ Charles arrived shortly after Erik. He had his driver drop him off at the other side of the park so that he could approach Erik on his own. He approached the bench and saw Erik. He nodded towards him. ]

My friend.

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Yes, I know. [It was the one thing, the one piece of information that Erik guarded fiercely from his new companions. He didn't put it past them to wreak havoc on Charles' and his students in an effort to earn brownie points with their new leader. As for Raven, Erik had doubts she'd opt to stay with them, that lot of borderline psychotic sycophants.

Erik bowed his head, trying to contain the swell of conflicting feelings. Charles forgave him, that meant so much. Some part of him expected it, while another feared it would never happen. But still, to live with Charles again, to have to see daily that chair the man he respected and admired was no confined to because of Erik's carelessness... That was a cruel penance.] We won't keep you waiting any longer than necessary, my friend.

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[ Charles nodded. ] I hope to hear back from you soon. Not to soon. { He had hoped they would at least think on it without immediately saying no or yes. Charles knew that neither answer would be easy. ]

I do want you to truly consider it.

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I shall. [He gave a small nod in assurance. There was a delay before he looked over to Charles with a curious expression.] Is that all you wanted?

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[ Charles nodded and bowed his head. ] For now, yes.

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[Erik rose from his seat on the bench and tipped his hat to Charles.] You'll be hearing from me soon. Until then, you know how to find me.

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[ Charles simply nodded and watched his friend leave. ]