And this is what Astarion is choosing to do, not something more cruel yet, not taking out his frustrations and his pain on others just because he can, not isolating himself entirely to avoid punishment.
This.
"You're not a dog, Astarion." She says it calmly but firmly, well aware now that he can't hear it, or rather can't believe it or anything nice about himself. She hums softly instead.
"I'm sorry I couldn't have done more while he was here. Normally, I would."
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And this is what Astarion is choosing to do, not something more cruel yet, not taking out his frustrations and his pain on others just because he can, not isolating himself entirely to avoid punishment.
This.
"You're not a dog, Astarion." She says it calmly but firmly, well aware now that he can't hear it, or rather can't believe it or anything nice about himself. She hums softly instead.
"I'm sorry I couldn't have done more while he was here. Normally, I would."