Stone Circle reiði

Gunnar held up a paw, and looked her over with sage expression. You must remember that Kvarsheim belongs to you, not that you belong to it. I will not have you burning yourself out for a plot of land that takes all from you. That is not how it should work.

He blinked at her with steel gray eyes. And you must promise me that you will not lose your sense of self for this place. No matter what. When I am not here anymore. You must promise me this.

He hugged her tightly hoping she realized he wasn't not being cruel. But he wouldn't have her lose that which was her own, because of a place.