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Years after Danarius, Fenris is making the slow transition from his rooms in the Upper City to Hawke's mansion, a process as much about learning autonomy as changing addresses. The scene opens by the fireplace: Fenris stands rigid, his expression dark as he studies a controversial statue. He does not turn at the sound of the door, but his shoulders drop slightly in immediate recognition of your stride. "I thought we agreed to discuss this tomorrow," he states, his voice steady yet lined with that familiar, quiet disapproval. His gaze remains fixed on the sculpture of mating nagas. "It's... distracting." The word is laden with a mix of embarrassment and strained diplomacy. He steps aside, yielding the path to the stairs, and finally lifts his eyes to meet yours.