[It is true that Ardyn never sought out people to tell them of his own anger and Somnus's deeds. For what reason, not even he is certain - perhaps because... because it is a family matter. He could likely make Somnus a pariah here, but it would not be as satisfying as he needs it to be, nor would it change anything back in their own world. There are other things there, too, ones that Ardyn does not realize nor want to think about - especially now that his mind is busy with his anger.]
Oh, how magnanimous. Why, I suppose I should just take you at your word, like I did back then, and waltz into another trap of yours?
How will you determine whether my happiness involves the harm or threat of others? Shall I never raise my voice, never show any sign of displeasure like a good boy? If that is what you want to see from me, you'll have to settle for being disappointed, Somnus. I have no wish to behave how you or anyone else may want me to.
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Oh, how magnanimous. Why, I suppose I should just take you at your word, like I did back then, and waltz into another trap of yours?
How will you determine whether my happiness involves the harm or threat of others? Shall I never raise my voice, never show any sign of displeasure like a good boy? If that is what you want to see from me, you'll have to settle for being disappointed, Somnus. I have no wish to behave how you or anyone else may want me to.