#rivervale_lodge

A brow lift "You think Carrian would hurt a childling if she caught her?"

"No. But I don't want a kid caught up in my baggage."

Huff.

"I shouldn't have said anything."

"Oh no, you totally should. You needed to unload a bit. If not to me, then to Sylvi or Kerri." she says "And you know, you can tell me something AND tell me not to take action. I try to respect folks wishes "

"Listen, I just react to things in messed up ways, right? So I gotta handle it."

"i'll keep out, but if you change your mind, or just need to talk more. I'm here. Okay?"

"Okay."

"And thanks for listening to me jabber. I really am worried about helping mom "

"I'm not sure how, but I'll think on it."

"If nothing else, it felt good to have you listen. " She says honestly

A small smile. "I'm here for that."

"Thanks" Siv smiles, and... they watch the horses for a bit before going inside.

(End Scene)