The Power of Intent
Dec. 2nd, 2019 10:38 pmBuffy/Yakuza AU
Chapter Summary: Father-son chats.
Word Count: 126
Rating: Gen
“It’s a matter ‘a intent, right?” As usual, Xander’s conversations come from nowhere.
Giles hmms.
“Well, words. Y’can be as reckless an’ brutal as a butcher slicin’ up a cow for slaughter or precise an’ healin’ as a surgeon’s scalpel.”
It’s an apt enough analysis, Giles decides as he finishes the paper. There is, however, a better comment to be made. “Yes, those are the basics of incantion-based magic. Along those lines, please don’t make me regret the knife collection.”
“Hey, you know you love my chef prep skills.” His son is grinning but it’s a content look. He’s sitting still as he shovels over-sugary cereal into his mouth. Giles hides the fond smile but Xander knows it’s there, which allows for both dignity and affection.