[ The Ring-Spirit makes a noncommittal sound as he considers Atem's statement. There's a pause long enough that it seems like maybe he's drifted off before he replies. ]
...I do miss the power. I also miss their presence; they're part of me, or I'm a part of them - it's.
[ In the darkness of his wings, the Ring-Spirit grimaces, seeking the right words. ]
...When I'm this tired, it's like missing a sense. My usual sleep aid dulls my hearing, and I can't see if I'm trying to sleep, so - tch.
[ When he's this tired, it's also hard for him to piece out exactly what it is he's trying to say, so he takes another moment trying to focus. ]
I have to stay alert. I - I just do. I always do, but -[ abruptly, irritated:]- tch, do you know how long it takes to fall asleep from exhaustion alone? It's the most tedious bullshit! And it's mot like I can do anything while I'm waiting, except think about how fucking sloppy my fighting skills are - there's no precision. Not enough, anyway.
[ The Ring-Spirit huffs, almost angry but without the energy for it, and rubs at his eyes. ]
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...I do miss the power. I also miss their presence; they're part of me, or I'm a part of them - it's.
[ In the darkness of his wings, the Ring-Spirit grimaces, seeking the right words. ]
...When I'm this tired, it's like missing a sense. My usual sleep aid dulls my hearing, and I can't see if I'm trying to sleep, so - tch.
[ When he's this tired, it's also hard for him to piece out exactly what it is he's trying to say, so he takes another moment trying to focus. ]
I have to stay alert. I - I just do. I always do, but -[ abruptly, irritated:]- tch, do you know how long it takes to fall asleep from exhaustion alone? It's the most tedious bullshit! And it's mot like I can do anything while I'm waiting, except think about how fucking sloppy my fighting skills are - there's no precision. Not enough, anyway.
[ The Ring-Spirit huffs, almost angry but without the energy for it, and rubs at his eyes. ]
...I'm just so fucking tired.