Nachum sighed and shook his head sadly. He did not understand what Cyneah meant about 'the ugly side of herself,' but whatever it was, it greatly affected her heart and emotional state.
"Sisi," Nachum started after a short pause. "Don't you think you are giving Nar too little credit? He went through all the trouble of coming here. He defended the borders, taught us how better to utilize our strong suits, solved issues in the border that we deemed almost impossible to solve, and even endured sneak attacks from outsiders, all because you are here— because he did not want you to be exposed to further danger. Do you think he will change his opinion of you just because of one flaw?"
Cyneah remained silent. She understood the Abbot's point, but he could only say those things because he was unaware of her flaw. But before she wallowed in self-pity, her brows furrowed as she recalled what the Abbot had just said.
