Somewhere I Belong

Epiphron was truly curious, and her gaze betrayed this. Cypress would briefly explain about his birth, his childhood, his voice holding a touch of sadness at the talk of his family. She could understand how he felt, in a way, and her eyes softened as she watched him -- unable to keep herself from empathizing with him. The names were unfamiliar to her, though she'd partially expected him to admit some sort of connection. But he simply admitted he'd joined Fiori out of desperation and the need to not be alone. It was a need she could relate with quite easily.

Her tail would curl tightly around her hindquarters as he continued, admitting he'd fallen in love with Arian.  "She has told me," she would tell him gently, her head nodding slowly in understanding. The thought of Arian being with anyone made her uncomfortable, but the same went for all her children; and she could picture no one better to be with Arian than this Cypress fellow. She'd watch him for a moment, searching his face as though they mind find something to help ease her worries.  "I am glad she has found you," Epiphron would state finally.  "I trust you will care for her and ensure she never finds harm." Her words, though warm, were fierce too. If anything happened to Arian while the two were together, her wrath would be strong.

 "I'll grant you permission," she'd state finally at his request, finding a smile playing on her features at his courtesy.  "Thank you for coming to talk to me about this." Another slow nod was offered, her joy at the news creeping through just slightly. She trusted no one more with her fragile daughter, and she knew Arian would be protected and cared for by him.