France, right. I’ve heard of it. [That’s more or less the extent of Koby’s knowledge, granted, but he’s retained enough from reading history book after history book to understand the vague references Lestat makes. A monarchy, a deposed king – that much had been a very vivid chapter in history, and Koby’s wrinkled nose suggests he knows exactly what Lestat means.]
Were you…alive for that? [It’s deliberately casual, but part of his attempts to learn about this world was so he could determine what everyone’s assets or weaknesses were, just in case. Someone from an earlier time period would have a different understanding of technology or battle strategies or the like.] There’s a World Government that oversees the military, where I’m from, and that’s…more or less where the power is centralized. Though the pirates have their own sort of hierarchy as well.
Right, the arts. I’d never really had a chance to explore all that at home, but I like some of the things I’ve seen and heard. Mostly the books, I’ll admit. [Having new thrilling adventures and stories to read had definitely helped balance out Koby’s frustration at being trapped in Saltburnt.
At the last question, he reflexively glances around to see who’s close, who’s listening, eyes immediately going to each of the Balfours to ensure they can’t overhear.] Not in so straightforward a fashion, but – yes. I think the more knowledge we have about this world, the better prepared we’ll be if it comes down to some sort of altercation.
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Were you…alive for that? [It’s deliberately casual, but part of his attempts to learn about this world was so he could determine what everyone’s assets or weaknesses were, just in case. Someone from an earlier time period would have a different understanding of technology or battle strategies or the like.] There’s a World Government that oversees the military, where I’m from, and that’s…more or less where the power is centralized. Though the pirates have their own sort of hierarchy as well.
Right, the arts. I’d never really had a chance to explore all that at home, but I like some of the things I’ve seen and heard. Mostly the books, I’ll admit. [Having new thrilling adventures and stories to read had definitely helped balance out Koby’s frustration at being trapped in Saltburnt.
At the last question, he reflexively glances around to see who’s close, who’s listening, eyes immediately going to each of the Balfours to ensure they can’t overhear.] Not in so straightforward a fashion, but – yes. I think the more knowledge we have about this world, the better prepared we’ll be if it comes down to some sort of altercation.