But all things heal with time – even trust and broken hearts. I forgive you.

There is no shame in mourning someone you loved,” Lara whispered, “even if the world wouldn’t understand.

She spoke freely of you one time. Only once - when she proposed a visit from your ruling council. Murishani jested with her when she mentioned your aversion to meat, teased that she would change her ways for you." He stared at Flowridia directly now; behind the shade of her hair, she could feel it. "All she said, quite sincerely, was, 'perhaps I shall.

Her love for you was the only redeeming trait I ever knew in her. You tamed a monster. And her sacrifice, in service of you, was as kind and poetic an end as she could have deserved.

There is no shame in mourning someone you loved," Lara whispered, "even if the world wouldn't understand.

It's uncommon, far from unheard of. The elves and the angels have done it since the dawn of time, penning great epics of beautiful women loving beautiful women. No need for shame, little angel. You are full of surprises."Tears did leak from Flowridia's eyes, but of relief. No more fear.

I cannot be offended or shamed by the truth

Time heals everything. But the time isn't over yet.""How long did it take you to heal?""I'll let you know, once the healing is done.

But my hurt doesn't mean you're hurting any less

The past is your greatest teacher.