Nocturne Summit diamond heart

there was nothing she might say, teya thought, that could dissuade someone from a search for family. another step; the other's sorrow billowed toward her. "i know what it is to lose someone," she found herself saying in a quiet voice.
the coolwater eyes were softening, remembering. "i also know what it like to search alone." now she vied gently for the other's gaze, smiling if their eyes connected. "i teya, from brecheliant. when last time you rest or eat?"