[Aerith pulls away and while he doesn't stop her, he's not blind. he can see the tension still remaining in her, even before she slumps back into her seat with that pout. this time, he remains quiet, considering her words more seriously.
it's a reasonable decision, given her circumstances. to help others, one needed something to carry them through it. a little strife could carry through for those who could not, but...]
... mm... I think you should be a little kinder to yourself, Aerith. You've already done so much in this short time, that much is clear to me.
[his voice is soft, and gently, Olivine reaches to take her hand in his.]
As you said, there's no need to go through all this alone. There's no need to rush forward right now, especially if it hurts you so. I am no flower, but I am a priest. If there's anything you want to say, you can rest assured that I will share it with no one else.
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it's a reasonable decision, given her circumstances. to help others, one needed something to carry them through it. a little strife could carry through for those who could not, but...]
... mm... I think you should be a little kinder to yourself, Aerith. You've already done so much in this short time, that much is clear to me.
[his voice is soft, and gently, Olivine reaches to take her hand in his.]
As you said, there's no need to go through all this alone. There's no need to rush forward right now, especially if it hurts you so. I am no flower, but I am a priest. If there's anything you want to say, you can rest assured that I will share it with no one else.