The bottom of the pit

Lyric listened intently, her expression sympathetic as her friend confided in her. She could sense the turmoil within her, the conflict between the heart and the mind, familiar in its complexity.

I understand, sometimes our hearts lead us in unexpected directions, Lyric responded softly, her voice carrying a comforting tone. It's okay to feel conflicted, to miss someone even when you know they've hurt you deeply. Emotions aren't always rational.

She took her friend's extended hand, giving it a reassuring squeeze. You're not stupid for feeling this way. It's a testament to your capacity to love, even in difficult circumstances.

As her friend inquired about any news, Lyric hesitated for a moment, contemplating how to bring a lighter note to the conversation.

Well, you know me, always finding little adventures to brighten the day, she said with a playful smile. The words escaped her lips before she’d had time to process them. Things hadn’t been well lately, in fact her parents were trying to force her into an arranged marriage after years of ignoring her very existence, threatening her loved ones in the process, but Maeve had so much on her plate already, Lyric didn’t want to burden her friend any more. The conflict in her mind at the moment probably showed on her face.

@Maeve Valathrian