[Where he is now, Krem wasn't really sure what became of his mother. He sent coin now and again, but being a fugitive from home meant that he couldn't easily keep in contact, not that she was all that happy with him in the first place. Part of him wondered if his letters and gold were ever received or if she herself had gone into servitude to keep afloat after the what had happened.

In any case, there was no use dwelling on things that couldn't be changed. He wasn't angry, and as much as he's sure that Anders means well, he doesn't feel he needs it. If Anders wanted to give him sympathy, that was his perogative if he himself needed it.] It's different from what you're used to down south, though I'm sure you all have your struggles, even if they go by different names and faces.

If you asked an Altus or a Magister, it wouldn't sound so desperate. They're fed and clothed. They'll survive. Everyone has struggles, you've obviously faced your own as well. It isn't anything to be sorry for. I'm no slave, I'm no magister, I'm living my life as I want to and that's good enough for me. If I can afford wine at the end of the day, that's a bonus.