>>5744986“Come sit next to me. I need to talk to you. Alone.”
I look at the raven for guidance. He says joining her is fine, so long as I remain near the light. Her rushlight is a good one — it will last for a while. There’s nothing dangerous in the dark, but these blackened shadows will muffle sounds to a very high degree. There’s nothing wrong with refusing. Most people might not get used to such absolute silence — a few practicing the higher arts use them when they need to deeply concentrate or relax.
Should I join her?
>YesShe’s a little tired right now. Nara needs someone to talk to. I need to be there for her so she doesn’t do anything reckless again.
She’s a good person. I know damn well she understands consent — she heeded my words yesterday. I know she will end this if I feel uncomfortable.
>NoWe can talk in the withdrawing room or anywhere else that won’t fuck me mentally. She’s a good friend of mine but there’s limits to what I’m willing to do for her. This is that.
She might not feel as comfortable with sharing things with me in places less secluded, but it shouldn’t matter much. I’m still willing to listen.
