"If you wanted to tell me." He watches him as he speaks, gaze patient. "I would have still insisted you stop because I am stubborn that way. Anyone can turn from the worst, especially if they seek to. Asking is always an important first step, and Grey Wardens do not take that lightly."

He imagines that is at least one reason why Lucanis has trusted him to do this.

"There have always been parts of you waiting for their chance to grow and flourish, and I'm happy to see that."