This is going to be a collection of short pieces that center around Cole and my Inquisitor Ephiny Adaar; however each character of the Inquisitor's circle will be making an appearance. It does tie together as each different part tells more of the story. Still a work in progress but I do have a few scenarios with different characters already written out. I'll be adding them soon. Anyway, thanks for giving it a read and I hope you enjoy!
Young One
Before, when Cole had felt afraid, he avoided everything and everyone. But now Ephiny Adaar was his go to for fear. She knew how to soothe it, much like a mother with a frightened child. Cole never had a mother, at least not one that he could remember. But he decided if he did that he would very much like for it to be Ephiny. And some part of him knew that Ephiny would very much like it as well. "Ephiny?"
She looked up from the report she was reading and almost immediately her face scrunched up in concern. "Cole? What's wrong, young one? Are you alright?" Young one. She had taken to calling him that since he'd appeared on the table in the war room all that time ago. He liked the nickname. He could feel the warmth from it, just like her.
"Fear. Is he afraid again? How can I help him stop this? How can I help Skyhold be his safe haven?" She stood up, a small smile appearing on her lips at hearing him voice her thoughts out loud.
"Cole, what has happened? Are you alright?"
"Cassandra...she's hurting. I wanted to help. Cassandra doesn't like my help. Does not need a demon to make her feel better, she says. I would have a sword through my heart if she was not sure it would have to go through yours first. Get away demon. Crawl back into your hole." Tears stung his eyes as he repeated these last words and Ephiny closed the distance between them easily.
"Cole, I told you to stay away from Cassandra." She scolded softly, reaching out to take off his hat and run a large hand through his hair. "I'm sorry she said those things to you, however. I will make sure she gets a stern talking to."
"No! Mustn't tell her I told, mustn't. Her anger is like fire, adding to the flames with my words and presence. Please, do not tell her."
Ephiny's features softened and she sighed. "Very well Cole. I won't bring it up." Then she ruffled his hair affectionately and smiled. "Just do me a favor and stay away from our friends that are...not quite as open minded." He nodded just so before disappearing with a whispered thanks.