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[vocarrah]

My dear Citizens of Hadriel,

I'm glad to see that our circumstances haven't prohibited you from forming bonds with each other. On the other hand, aren't those same bonds difficult to navigate at times? I'm not only speaking of romantic bonds, either. Sexual, familial, bonds of camaraderie...

And I've no doubt our predicament is a unique stressor that can strain those bonds as well. And so many of you are suffering in silence. And it isn't just the present bonds, either, is it? Many of you are shadowed by your pasts, as well.

I want to offer myself as a supportive shoulder. If you've been seeking a second opinion, or advice, or anything of the sort, please, consider this an open invitation.

I care not to find out about your secrets; if you'd prefer to speak privately or anonymously, I will not begrudge you, nor doubt the sincerity of your claim.

I only seek to provide succor to those who have been needing it. Love can be...rather difficult to talk about it, can't it?

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[jocoeur]

Bonds, confidants... You're right that these relationships can be difficult to navigate, but
I think it's very selfless of you to want to help us with our concerns, whoever you are.

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[vocarrah]

I'm glad you think that. If you think that anyone could use a sympathetic ear or a second opinion, please do not hesitate to send them my way.

[jocoeur]

( sure that's all well and good, but... )

What about you?

[vocarrah]

[Oh?]

What about me?

[jocoeur]

Do you ever find yourself needing a "supportive shoulder" ?

[vocarrah]

[Ah. Sweet boy.]


Doesn't everyone?
That said though, I'm not nearly as concerned about myself. It's kind, but I think I worry more about the people afraid to face their own fears alone.

[jocoeur]

Selfless people rarely are concerned about themselves.
I think that...
With so many of us in this together, no one needs to face their fears alone.

Unless they want to.