Ouroboros Spine Watch the monster come undone

The man repeated her name with some difficulty and she found herself thankful he didn't attempt her last name. Though she wasn't like to admit it, she had a great deal of pride in her lineage and wasn't too keen on hearing her surname butchered by his faltering tongue. She smiled kindly still, however, knowing innately that whatever character flaws he may have were not likely of his own doing. Nature could be harsh sometimes in the way she treated her children.

His answer left Harlyn wanting more, but first impressions were telling her that it would be difficult to obtain from this individual. She fixed him with a curious and eager gaze. "Was that long ago?" she asked.

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