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terance wasn't sure what he expected. the curtness... it hurt, sure, but he was glad he tried. i -- he started, quickly cutting himself short. there was silence between them for a minute before ibis spoke again. she apologized, and when she looked up at him terance watched her look upon his features. he nodded, only once, his own expression and head lowering. 

i would never make you choose, little bird, he murmured gently, i just wanted you to know that.

and then terance fell quiet again, unable to look at anything but his daughters paws for a moment. he wanted to rest. more than anything. close his eyes and grieve for just a little bit longer -- today had just been... so long. but despite all the tension, he knew he only had a few more days with her. maybe a bit longer. when do you and okeanos leave? he asked her, finally looking up, pressing a weak smile to his face, are you excited?