Hushed Willows Aren't you tired trying to fill that void?

Her uncertainty lingered, and confidence was something she appeared to lack. It was sad to see such a beautiful girl be so unaware of her real potential. Sundance remained silent a moment longer, eager to speak so that he might raise her up, but fearful of embarrassing her further.

"You won't," he said gently, powder eyes looking ahead to the sodden path they both trailed along, "and I... I will be there for you, if you'd like?" It only seemed fair that he be present for her ascension, as she'd supported him through his.