[She closes her eyes when his lips brush her cheek, and she listens. Really, listens. Slowly, she nods as his words sink in. Everything he says makes perfect sense.
Peacefully negotiating didn't work. Killing him didn't work. What is this but another tack to try? If it works as it's meant to, then everyone wins. That unpredictable shard will be obliterated, and she and her sword will be the only things here tainted by its evil aura. Under control. Her control.
And worst case scenario, she feels tricked and stupid, and then she brings down unholy vengeance on Azwel that'll make him wish he'd stayed dead.]
I know you're right. It's good to hear someone else voice it.
[She presses her hand to his, sandwiching them together and tightens her fingers.]
Will you come with me? When I meet him. I truly don't-- want to get you involved, and I don't anticipate a fight. But I would feel much safer if you were there.
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Peacefully negotiating didn't work. Killing him didn't work. What is this but another tack to try? If it works as it's meant to, then everyone wins. That unpredictable shard will be obliterated, and she and her sword will be the only things here tainted by its evil aura. Under control. Her control.
And worst case scenario, she feels tricked and stupid, and then she brings down unholy vengeance on Azwel that'll make him wish he'd stayed dead.]
I know you're right. It's good to hear someone else voice it.
[She presses her hand to his, sandwiching them together and tightens her fingers.]
Will you come with me? When I meet him. I truly don't-- want to get you involved, and I don't anticipate a fight. But I would feel much safer if you were there.