She never questions my critiques or adjustments, simply listens to me and nods. She's not at all what I was expecting her to be as a patient. I assumed the moment the baby was born alive and well, she would throw me back into the dungeon, refuse my help, and spurn any suggestions I might have. Instead, she soaks up every bit of the knowledge I give her, steady and confident in herself. She hasn't just yearned for this moment for a long time, she's prepared for it as well.
