"You came back to the temple, were paired with a ward who talked to gods, and your first instinct was to challenge her partner. It was to fight for her, Talin. Maybe you didn't realize the fight you were picking, but you still picked it. When Nyrren became overwhelmed with his sadism, you fought for her. When the High Priest threatened her, you fought for her. When he tried to drown her, you gave your body to your god - so you could fight for her!" He paused, taking a breath as he calmed his voice. "And when your brother tried to rape her, you stepped out of the way so Ela could do the same.
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