[PQ] Solid Foundations

"And we have done the same in return," Vai pointed out quietly to Rory, before glancing to Evie and offering the younger woman a smile that suggested she respected her even with her barbed tongue. Vai could appreciate honesty over everything, and ultimately if they were arguing then at least they were being honest. Not that she thought Rory's comments about Maea were particularly fair, but then everyone was entitled to their opinion. "And yet here she is," she said. "For all of her flaws, for all of her negative points, she made this meeting and she stands here with an olive branch. For all your welcome and your help, you didn't." She shrugged, glancing now to the albino woman. "We aren't a big happy family. But there are things we can offer each other, and a council made up of both Outlanders and Naturals sounds like it will bridge the divide between us, rather than make it worse. If you'll have me, I'd be glad to offer whatever help I can." vervain well i'll rest my eyes and i'll let the earth breathe