[She has to look away, clench her eyes shut to stem the tears that threaten to flow. When a friend is clearly being controlled, it's easier to shut down, ignore the the sting of their words. But when it's entirely of their own volition...
From behind Ruler, she balls her fists. This is not a time she can afford to show weakness.]
I will not allow you to hurt them. [She responds, low, wavering, but with conviction. When she forces herself to look back up, it's with determination.] That I promise you.
[She refuses to kill - that would only play into Ruana's game - but she will fight, and she will defend if she must.]
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From behind Ruler, she balls her fists. This is not a time she can afford to show weakness.]
I will not allow you to hurt them. [She responds, low, wavering, but with conviction. When she forces herself to look back up, it's with determination.] That I promise you.
[She refuses to kill - that would only play into Ruana's game - but she will fight, and she will defend if she must.]