An honor. Despite everything-- Nyx's own misgivings, his concern for Laurent's place in Auguste's schemes, this unwanted "promotion", there can be no doubting that, and he carries his head higher for the knowledge. Auguste has entrusted Nyx with his brother, his closest family, the one person he loves the most in this world, and Nyx would devote himself wholly to this role, guarding Laurent to his last breath. Loyalty demands nothing less.

He takes his place behind Laurent with exacting poise, hands behind his back, one wrist gripping the other. Still, Nyx hasn't forgotten the other part of Auguste's orders-- to prevent flirtatious overtures toward Laurent. A far greater challenge than being tasked with protecting Laurent's life, Nyx thinks with grim humor.