Ascension of Aeternus Act 1: Unhealthy Peace

[Raunchel]

”Yes, I know what it is like to be restrained, but all that exists is restrained. Most beings cannot even swim properly. Their whole life is a prison, and leaving their home only causes damage. When I was kept as a symbol of trust I knew that it was for the best, for peace. But here, here hatred is still harbored by these mortals. And things like the clause foster this hatred. To the treaty all nations should be equal, and it causes me great pain that all these centuries have not been enough to liberate us from these old insults.”

Tyrene places a hand on Gilana’s shoulder: ”But please, don’t feel guilty for what that man said. Those were his words and beliefs, not yours. I know that you are not hateful like that. And I want you to know that I appreciate your coming here to speak to me in my grief. It is good to know that I have a friend here in between the chilly hate.”