To The Future!

"Anima Mea? Even if it is distinguishable from Kido, my statement still stands. I expect nothing less from a woman with your degree of control over the esoteric application of her Reiryoku," Freyja would comment with a smile as she gazed at bright pillars of light within the night sky. This had been a grand experience so far. Some may have viewed it as a simple day, and they would no doubt be justified in approaching it as such but for one who was learning to grow out of her shell, it was an ideal moment where she could walk away and truly admit she enjoyed her day.

"To be certain, I meant for my words to come across as a playful comment illustrating my awe and respect for your masterful expertise. Perhaps my words were misunderstood? If so, I offer my apology in advance." Freyja would continue to observe the brightly lit night skies, momentarily directing her gaze toward the blind woman who had formed an orange-hued tendril. With the construct pointed towards her, the regal woman would curiously tilt her head as she continued to explain herself.

"I have a particularly troublesome habit of speaking too matter-of-factly, even when my intent is to compliment others..."

Soft blue eyes found themselves blinking ever so slightly as they observed the blind woman with quiet curiosity. Freyja didn't particularly know how to reply to her words. What was there to say? She wondered. This was unfamiliar territory. Receiving compliments was par the course for a woman of her standing but Hannah seemed far more mercurial than those she had met in the past. Hannah was merely expressing herself. There was no shame in that. Even so... considering their conversation earlier, Freyja could not help but ruminate over the implications of every word that escaped her lips. What a confounding collection of thoughts. Apart from her analytical stream of thought, Freyja was amused to see her displaying a more upbeat nature. She considered it to be progress compared to the soft-spoken and meek woman she had become accustomed to so far.

"Mm, well, I certainly wouldn't be opposed to hanging out more. Dutiful though I may be, I'm learning that life is meant to be enjoyed, especially in moments of respite away from one's duty."