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[healerofthevale]

It would be nice to encounter old friends. I would even be delighted to see those from my world who are unknown to me. [After all, such a meeting has worked out quite well for him where Starwind is concerned.] The path I have chosen might end in pain and misery, but for now - it fills me with new strength and hope. I did not think someone would be able to look beyond my wounds and see Firesong.

[His smile is strained.] And even if they could, the Firesong I once was...

He was not worthy of love.

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[healerofthevale]

He might have mentioned it.

[A delicate pause.]

I believe he thinks I inherited it.

[proudesteagle]

How unsurprising.

Inherited?

[healerofthevale]

I am of your line. [He bows politely.] My name is Firesong.

[proudesteagle]

I suppose I should be surprised and yet...

[healerofthevale]

Certain bonds do not require words, perhaps? I am honored to meet you.

[proudesteagle]

Perhaps, though I can simply trace it to my own...pastimes.

Keren'sel, Firesong.

[healerofthevale]

Fi'zhai, Brightstar. And your pastimes matter not to me. I have had many partners.

[proudesteagle]

There is no harm in loving.

[healerofthevale]

I would agree and yet...

I do not believe I have truly allowed myself to love.

[proudesteagle]

If my father were here, he would say that each one walks their own path and that what is right for one may not be so for another.

[healerofthevale]

He is right. Perhaps my age and my experiences are catching up with me at last.

[He touches his mask and bows his head.]

[proudesteagle]

Ge'teva, I should hope you might enjoy yourself, even a little.