Who does your grooming? it must be hard to keep that fur well cared for on your own

Medoro: It is a tedious process, but it is one that I would entrust to no one else. I am a very private dog, you understand.

Most intriguing. So you chose the life of a servant for the sake of personal growth?

Medoro: At first I believed becoming a servant would be a temporary means of learning more about fae culture. I could hardly have predicted how introspective the position would be. I have reaped benefits of my station, certainly, but that was not my intention.

Most intriguing. I look forward to learning more of your past as we discuss in the Sidhe.

Medoro: I too look forward to our conversations, Master Omni. *bows*

Acrathia: To live as a servant? You're wasting your potential love.

Medoro: *wags his tail with a sly smile* Milady, I must respectfully disagree. I feel that could never meet my potential without keeping my station. I have garnered the trust of members of the High Seelie Court, and as I am an unassuming dogservant I do not pose a threat when I subtly offer advice. Advice, I might add, which has shaped the outcomes of many a High Council meeting.

And now, solely because I am but a servant, I may have the opportunity to help save the mortal realm from a disastrous shift in the balance of magic. Of course, much of this relies on the cooperation of a certain Master Jackass, but it is still a unique position that I find myself in.

Acrathia: *laughs darkly* My aren't you the sneaky one Medoro. Subtlety exerting your influence on the Seelie court, I tip my hat to you. There is one thing that confuses me though love. You stated that you could never reach your full potential without keeping to your station, and perhaps this speak to the differences in our mindsets, but the path you have presented just seems so...limited. It may surprise you to know my dear poodle that I acted as a servant, or rather more an apprentice. While I learned much about the arcane arts from my mentor, we both recognized that under her guidance I could only go so far. There came a point where I needed to set off on my own if I were ever to realize my full potential.

Medoro: *thoughtful* I suppose our goals differ, milady. I have dedicated my life to pursuing justice and keeping peace between the realms. To that end, I feel that this is the best avenue for me to meet my greatest potential. Of course, my effectiveness may change as the world progresses. As you are well aware, the state of the sidhe is hardly constant. I may feel the need to leave my mistress' service in coming centuries, but until that time I feel that I am precisely where I ought to be.

Acrathia: I suppose for the purpose of your goals, that would make sense. The idea is just so unappealing to me, a prodigy like yourself being given orders by those who should consider you an equal at the very least. But perhaps that is me projecting my own solitary and independent values on to you. Do they at least treat you well as a *gags a little* servant.

Medoro: I believe you are correct, Lady Acrathia. I am hardly a solitary or independent animal. Even before I expanded my horizons through study, I was never what would be considered an "alpha dog". I value a "pack", as I suppose humans would call it. There is strength to be found in such unity. However, I do understand those who value self reliance more. In fact, I admire such beings.

*wags tail in place of a chuckle* Oh, milady, you mustn't concern yourself with how I am treated. My centuries of loyalty have gradually afforded me many sidhe luxuries. Truly, the only traditional points of my servitude are in regard to rendering services to my mistress and the High Seelie Court. The quarters, meals, and amenities granted to me would rival some of the court's honored guests.

Acrathia: Well my dear Medoro you seem to trust your mistress, and I would trust a canine's judge of character over my own. And since you state that you quite happy in this life you have chosen for yourself, I am happy for you. Just promise me that you will remember despite your servitude, you are more than deserving of respect. A promise was made to you, and it appears that that promise had been broken. This is unacceptable... *under her breath* even if it was kind of funny. *stifles a laugh* sorry old habits die hard.

Medoro: *ears falling* Yes. My mistress' exertion of power was uncalled for. I have been attempting to make her see reason, but you know the way that magic sickness clouds the mind. *he smirks* I must admit, if it were not happening to me I would have a good laugh at her spell, too.

Acrathia: And you don't take yourself too seriously. The evidence mounts that you are too good to bow to anyone. But you are happy, and I suppose when you get right down to it, that is the most important thing, even if I don't understand it. I wish you continued happiness dear Medoro.

Medoro: I wish the same for you, milady. *stands and bows*