she keeps quiet. she can't reply to that because she doesn't want to lie to diluc. she wasn't alone for all of her life, but she can't say she wasn't alone. ]
[ words like that are salvation to her, but tonight, it is not salvation she thinks she deserves. tears prick at the corner of her eyes, and she shakes her head. ]
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she keeps quiet. she can't reply to that because she doesn't want to lie to diluc. she wasn't alone for all of her life, but she can't say she wasn't alone. ]
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You are not alone, now.
[ he's here with her. or, he tries to be. ]
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You needn't do this, Diluc.
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I'd like to.
[ ... ]
We've only just met, but you are dear to me. I hope you know that.
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that causes her tears to well. she takes a breath, so she doesn't stumble over her words. ]
I already knew leaving you was going to be difficult. I am glad I met you, Diluc.