[The reaction is transparent. As ever, Beatrix's harsh demeanour continues to affect others. Some simply shake it off because they're accustomed to how cold and protective she can be of herself. Others like Susato... It's a reminder that Beatrix can't speak to everyone in the same way.
Her expression softens for just a breath or two, wordlessly apologetic.
She shakes her head slowly.]
I did not bring that to you with the intentions of obtaining something in return. As I am being consistently reminded whilst here, not all relationships need be transactional. Or the actions taken in those relationships.
[Folding hand over the other, she pauses and then continues.]
I told someone here I wanted to protect them. That they should always allow me to place myself between them and danger if such things arose. Given what we experienced with Eustace and the others, I understand now that for me to have made such a request was irresponsible. I need more power, more strength, more... something. I do not know what that something is. Until I find it, I would like something in place of that. Something to make up for my inadequacies.
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Her expression softens for just a breath or two, wordlessly apologetic.
She shakes her head slowly.]
I did not bring that to you with the intentions of obtaining something in return. As I am being consistently reminded whilst here, not all relationships need be transactional. Or the actions taken in those relationships.
[Folding hand over the other, she pauses and then continues.]
I told someone here I wanted to protect them. That they should always allow me to place myself between them and danger if such things arose. Given what we experienced with Eustace and the others, I understand now that for me to have made such a request was irresponsible. I need more power, more strength, more... something. I do not know what that something is. Until I find it, I would like something in place of that. Something to make up for my inadequacies.