"I know... you despise that power and don't want to use it at all. You just have no choice. So, no matter what Marli becomes, don't blame yourself."
"...Alright," Ansel murmurs, lowering his gaze and stroking Seraphina's hair. "I won't blame myself."
Having secured Ansel's promise, Seraphina's face immediately brightens with a radiant, innocent smile. "I'll save Marli, don't worry, Ansel!"
Her trust and love are as pure as ever, so pure that... Ansel finds himself at a loss for words.
Perhaps if he were to say more, he might no longer be able to conceal the truth about Marlina's transformation.
This can't continue. He needs to have Seri and Venna leave.
Ansel feels he needs to adjust his emotions. In this fluctuating state, he's unsure if he can even keep the plans within the rift hidden. However, asking them to leave abruptly would be too suspicious...
Having Seri and Venna go to save—
