“Would that any of us,” he said, “could protect ourselves from the costs heroism often requires. But again, if there were no cost, no sacrifice, then would it be heroism at all? I cannot promise you that it will be easy, but Shallan, I’m proud of you.” I’m proud of you, Radiant whispered. I’m proud of you, Veil—the part of her that was Veil—agreed.
