The Missing Piece

As Briar went on to describe the Ashen empire in a little more detail, Talyssa nodded along a bit more enthusiastically- excited to gain insight on a manner that was a little more complex than just the daily workings of Hearthstone. When it was all said and done, she felt like she had a pretty good idea as to what the Klein family had to offer them. But as her mother finished her explanation, she offered her own question in turn. What did she think? Talyssa took a moment to formulate her opinion. “I don’t think it depends solely on what there is to gain. Friendship is valuable as well. If we ask for help, and they answer, I would say it’s certainly worth the relationship.” She started, offering a thoughtful grin before continuing as another thought popped into the back of her mind. “Though, I think maybe if an Ally is based mostly on friendship, it would be easier to lose that Ally.” The girl added, hesitating a moment before going on to explain her line of thinking a little bit better. “If we ever called for help, and they had to decline for whatever reason … there wouldn’t be much point to maintaining the relationship if that were the only benefit we were counting on.” Taly observed, though like most things in life … there were always exceptions. “Unless they were really good friends, of course.” She finished with a chuckle.

When her mother agreed with her joke at her father’s expense, she was taken over with another round of giggles. The idea that he might even be the worst one was quite silly. As to the suggestion that they visit Uncle Kotori’s pack, her excitement was well received. She was a little disappointed that there wasn’t much insight to offer in regards to Valta, but immediately perked back up as it was suggested that they could learn together. “That sounds wonderful! I can’t wait!” Her enthusiasm beaming as she quietly wondered how long they would have to put their adventure off.

As things seemed to come to a natural conclusion, Talyssa took a glance over her should- back toward the way she had come from. After a moment to look things over, she returned her attention to mother, offering a warm grin. “Okay, Mami. I’m going to let you get back to tending your garden.” The girl announced, taking the opportunity to right herself in order to head back to the castle- but not before closing the distance and leaving a peck on her mother’s cheek. “I love you!” She declared as she pulled away. As she spun on her heels to head back inside, she'd call over her shoulder in her departure. “I’ll see you later!”

-Exit Talyssa unless stopped-