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[the_sun_shuns]

[There is a small girl having a staring contest with the barrier.

The barrier almost appears to be losing.]

((Aftermath of the other Suikocast's departure from camp. Open forever.))

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[itemsbeingused]

... Lymsleia?

[the_sun_shuns]

Larsa. What are you doing out here?

[itemsbeingused]

*not in an accusatory tone, but gently*

I might ask the same of you.

[the_sun_shuns]

Um. I came to say goodbye to the others.

[itemsbeingused]

There have been those of your realm who have parted from this encampment, then. I am sorry.

[the_sun_shuns]

I'm glad they went home! Falena needs them.

[itemsbeingused]

Their presence may well be necessary at home, but it remains that you are held back. For that I offer well-meaning commiseration.

[the_sun_shuns]

[just frowns like she wants to say something but can't, and bites her lip, nodding]

[itemsbeingused]

Speak your mind, Lymsleia. Holding back ill-befits you.

[the_sun_shuns]

[voice is shaking]

No, I won't! That's giving in!

[itemsbeingused]

*gently* Listen to me, Lymsleia. To bridle your feelings will only serve for ill to manifest itself. It is all right to acknowledge them, as long as you allow not your feelings to overcome you. We both understand you must be strong, for the sake of your kingdom and your people, but your heart must come to peace.

[the_sun_shuns]

. . . B-but--!

[itemsbeingused]

*looks at her expectantly, seriously; allowing her to go on.*

[the_sun_shuns]

. . . w-what would you know about my kingdom?! You're just a stupid noble!

A-and it's a queendom!

[itemsbeingused]

*a pause, before speaking*

By such words you allow your emotions to prevail you. Such unrestrained speech as princess or queen may pull at threads to ravel unneeded trouble, allowing for starts of political disaster. You may do well to guard your tongue and judge with a clear mind, Lymsleia, in such situation.

[the_sun_shuns]

. . .

Well . . . do you want me to show my feelings, or not? Make up your mind!