[ Padparadscha’s words are not accusatory - at least, Rutile doubts they are, though the doubt is born from such strong desire for it to be so that they cannot trust their own feelings on the subject. Suddenly the empty beach and rolling waves, deserted save for Padparadscha at their side, seems far too crowded.
They realize that perhaps that is part of the problem. ]
Of course not, [ they say, though what other choice do they have? ] I just...
[ Their words are curt, but it is frustration wih themselves. ] I thought we were beyond that. My own arrogance, I suppose. That’s all.
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They realize that perhaps that is part of the problem. ]
Of course not, [ they say, though what other choice do they have? ] I just...
[ Their words are curt, but it is frustration wih themselves. ] I thought we were beyond that. My own arrogance, I suppose. That’s all.