all that we are

"It is noble," Vervain insisted with a kind smile, rocking Felix absently as they spoke. She knew her daughter well enough to know that she would never associate any positive terms with herself, but that just meant Vai would have to convince her all the more. And what she had done was fucking noble. Brushing her cheek against Felix's mop of dark hair, she settled back to listen to Ashe's explanations about the god of death. Tea in hand, ears open, Vai was suitably humbled and strangely soothed to hear about her daughter's brush with Mort, and of the peace and love he had given her. Such a wild soul, brought comfort at last by the being she had unwittingly served for so long. It was with a warm smile and prickling eyes that she nudged Ashe, letting out a soft sigh. "Then I trust you not to waste it, my girl," she said, glancing down at the baby as Felix began to stir again. "Have you got plans for the rest of the day?" she asked. "I could use an extra pair of hands with him while I make dinner." vervain I am always on your side