The day that she gave in would be a heartbreaking one. Perhaps fairy tales had inspired Chord far more than that love of adventure and made him crave that somewhere down the line there would be a happily ever after whatever that was for the person in the story. In this case it was Bass forgiving Rhythm, for her to be allowed to stay in Imperium if she so wished but to be able to return back to Abaven and see her family waiting with open arms any time she liked.
She would grow silent as he began his little joke, though soon as she realised what he was actually saying it would prove to be a successful attempt to cheer her and a laugh instead sounding. It was a good sound, to know she could still laugh even in such moments. Perhaps that candle still burned brighter than she thought and for now Chord would continue to remain perhaps far too optimistic. His green eyes would shine with a mischievous glimmer at her response and a grin spreading across his features. "I dare you." No joke at all this time. He'd accompany her to the borders as well, if only to ensure she didn't kill the toad again.
