[Of course, he's had his own suspicions about her, but for her to be so understanding...]
Ah... How did you know? I'd hoped to be inconspicuous, whether or not it seems to matter here...
[He takes the opportunity to resume stroking at the cat Pokemon, and finds it still somewhat comforting, though it seems to be losing its full effectiveness.]
I can't imagine living like this any longer. It feels like a nightmare I can't wake from. Is there no way to regain your powers? To go back, even? I am glad you for one escaped your bonds, but... I would rather live in fear with my magic than peacefully without it.
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Ah... How did you know? I'd hoped to be inconspicuous, whether or not it seems to matter here...
[He takes the opportunity to resume stroking at the cat Pokemon, and finds it still somewhat comforting, though it seems to be losing its full effectiveness.]
I can't imagine living like this any longer. It feels like a nightmare I can't wake from. Is there no way to regain your powers? To go back, even? I am glad you for one escaped your bonds, but... I would rather live in fear with my magic than peacefully without it.