☀️ Arselia and Akonia

Alaria's Perspective.
- If the specifics of my current state are necessary to bring this ritual you describe to life, then only I can master it. If not, I fail to understand what you expect me to say by telling me these "stories"? You know neither its theoretical principles nor even the basics, but your eyes only see the final stage – the cleansing, healing flame. You are trying to learn to fly without even knowing how to walk. This is a futile hope.

An unpleasant lump rose in Alaria's throat. It was as if her desire to better understand the matter had not been understood, and had even had a negative impact on Erefir. A sincere desire to help, devoid of any dubious motives, was met with hostility. Perhaps she should have talked less about the tales and gotten straight to the point. Perhaps. She had expected a deep understanding of the essence of things from Naria, as a reborn singularity with a special perception of the universe and centuries of experience. That she would be able to guide her in the right direction. But, apparently, the Tanarian overestimated her Empress. She had formed a completely false impression of her. It was hurtful, especially when you disturbed someone for a reason you considered important.
- Your Majesty, I know the basics. This was one of the main reasons I mentioned my homeland – both teachings and their techniques have a common origin. And I am tirelessly working on mastering these very basics," despite the unexpected reaction, the Tanarian maintained a calm and polite tone, "I am well aware that this is not an easy or quick process. That is why I analyzed this technique in detail in my reasoning, breaking it down into familiar elements, trying to apply the knowledge I have in a new way. With your speech this morning, you impressed me as someone who understands the structure of Anuzish. That is why I turned to you as someone who could tell me how realistic the implementation of these ideas is in new realities. Perhaps, to explain those details of the universe that escape my attention. I apologize for not explaining my ideas well and wasting your precious time.
The only thing left to do now was to clarify her position better and hope for Naria's wisdom and understanding. Because if today's event showed anything, it was Alaria's loyalty to her Empress. Her desire to support her. Both she and Erefir were loyal to her until death. For the redhead, she was the Suzerain – that says it all. For Alaria, she was a savior, and her loyalty to her was not based on her high rank. Even if she were a poor woman, the warrior would stay by her side. And that made the current situation even more painful.