[ Byleth listens attentively, asking a few questions here and there to clarify events. It's a lot. The whole weavings of this world seem ever more complicated and tangled with each story. Every account from every individual. From Obsidian to Hades, Hermes to Themis, and even Zero... there is no end to the winding web of troubles.
And of course, his heart aches for it all. At some point, he reaches out to take Obsidian's hand. Keeps hold of it as he continues.
When he finishes at last, Byleth gives a shuddering sigh, wordlessly pulling him into a firm hug. ]
You have endured so much, my friend.
It must be hard, to go through all of that with hardly a rest.
[ Speak for yourself, Byleth. Still, Obsidian's tale is far more protracted than even his own. ]
It is no wonder you struggle to find catharsis. It has been one thing to the next. I know I cannot undo it, but please know that you are safe to grieve here. I can take care of things for a while, and you- you can afford to be small for a time. You can weep here, and leave the lifting to me. I will ensure nothing happens while you do.
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And of course, his heart aches for it all. At some point, he reaches out to take Obsidian's hand. Keeps hold of it as he continues.
When he finishes at last, Byleth gives a shuddering sigh, wordlessly pulling him into a firm hug. ]
You have endured so much, my friend.
It must be hard, to go through all of that with hardly a rest.
[ Speak for yourself, Byleth. Still, Obsidian's tale is far more protracted than even his own. ]
It is no wonder you struggle to find catharsis. It has been one thing to the next. I know I cannot undo it, but please know that you are safe to grieve here. I can take care of things for a while, and you- you can afford to be small for a time. You can weep here, and leave the lifting to me. I will ensure nothing happens while you do.