[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.
[ If two years of saying nothing isn’t proof enough that he won’t tell… Then Somnus must simply do more, as well as continue to remain silent on the matter. There is no other option. ]
You are free to tell others at your discretion. There is no one stopping you.
[ As for the rest... Ardyn has already brought catastrophe to this realm, and he's experienced the consequences of it. Others already have reason to not trust him by his own actions, regardless of his past. Somnus remains wary knowing Ardyn's deeds on Eos and this realm, and he is especially protective of Rinea, but he will stay by his word. ]
Will you do the opposite, then? Did it bring you true joy to release the Fisher King?
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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.
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You are free to tell others at your discretion. There is no one stopping you.
[ As for the rest... Ardyn has already brought catastrophe to this realm, and he's experienced the consequences of it. Others already have reason to not trust him by his own actions, regardless of his past. Somnus remains wary knowing Ardyn's deeds on Eos and this realm, and he is especially protective of Rinea, but he will stay by his word. ]
Will you do the opposite, then? Did it bring you true joy to release the Fisher King?