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A soft voice would reach her ears, turning her attention to Ekko. She would offer the woman a smile but shook her head, "No, I'm fine." It would be awkward silence that she didn't know how to handle, but as soon as she spoke, he answered without hesitation. A smile curled her scarred lips, her verdant gaze easily resting on his. Part of her longed to think that he still cared, and little by little she was beginning to think he indeed did. "Come, I'll give you a tour." She would murmur quietly, turning away from him slightly, waiting for him to catch up before she began walking. Her pace was slow, and still a little stiff, but she knew walking was good. She would lead him away from the border, making a mental to inform Vi that he wished to join the ranks, she doubted Vi would turn away someone she recommended.
An ear tipped towards Aeron, her gaze focused straight ahead, she was still so uncertain of everything. She felt like she was drowning, overwhelmed by her own life. A quiet sigh rolled off her tongue. She kept a small space between them, unsure that she was ready to feel his warmth again. Ekko trailed behind them, silently as always. Memories of their time spent together flashed in her mind, the ship, the earthquake, quiet moments spent here and there. He had always been so shy, a man of few words and actions. Had he changed? Would he change? He had said more since his return than he had ever said before. But he still made no advances towards her, he made no moves to invade her space and her wrap in his warmth. Despite the quiet hope that he would, she knew it wasn't in his nature to be quite so bold.
The woman remained silent as she led him through the territory, half searching for Vi, half just walking. Every so often she would point out some significant place, but mostly she remained silent. It would not take for exhaustion to settle into her still sore and injured muscles, but she said nothing, continuing with her easy pace. |