You? ( he sounds surprised, mostly because elizabeth is one of the bravest people he knows. and not the sort of stupid bravery ivan associates with his family -- who constantly put themselves into danger by not keeping their heads down even though they know what sticking out means on barrayar.
he shivers, hands curling in as his breathing becomes shallower, flush creeping up over the edges of his collar. ) You're always brave, Elizavetka.
( the diminutive comes to him naturally, fondly. maybe she'll let him use it, maybe she'll be confused. either way, it's worth a shot. )
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he shivers, hands curling in as his breathing becomes shallower, flush creeping up over the edges of his collar. ) You're always brave, Elizavetka.
( the diminutive comes to him naturally, fondly. maybe she'll let him use it, maybe she'll be confused. either way, it's worth a shot. )