Eurybia Theater, East-side, New Thessalonica, Planet Yuma, Coronado
After receiving Doreen's thanks, Erik finally took note of the food that was being brought to the table, so he excused himself, saying he'll go bring the boys.
When Benjen mentioned living on a spaceship, Peter's eyes went wide with awe. He was still young enough not to understand all the complications such a thing implied, so to him it sounded amazing. "Waaaw."
The same thing could be said about his dreams of fighting for the Republic... although this was the one thing even his youth didn't protect him from. His father always taught him the value of caring for others and doing your best for them. And since his mother died at the hands of the Gallic invaders, he knew more than most what it means to try and protect those you love, however you can. When Benjen spoke about being bullied, Peter replied "Don't worry."
But before Peter could say more, Benjen asked "What is yours?", and Peter's eyes went into the ground. His enthusiasm faded and he paused for a second... after which he replied "My... my mommy died; two yeals ag-" - he couldn't finish his statement since he let out a few tears and hiccuped. His face lit back up though, when his father came into the room. Erik smiled, gently tapped both boys on their shoulders and then brought them over to the dinner table.
