But how do I do that? [ she is sharp enough to see that the solution lies not simply in forming relationships with others or letting them in. or cultivating trust, and relying upon them.

galadriel has mentioned that she needs to have things for herself. but what does this mean? she does not understand because the concept has never been taught to her. she is expected to be a good, obedient lass. and actually, she is growing tired of it, now that she thinks on it.

thankfully the topic flows back to more common ground, and she watches this woman who feels so much like a mother in silence. ]

I.. believe my grandmother knew more of the skills which her line has imparted unto us than my mother. You must know more than she. She always had such a frank, no-nonsense view of it and she was certainly never afraid. I confess I know not how to accept that which I cannot understand.

[ she glances away. ] And which I would be killed for if anyone at home knew. My sisters, too.

So, it is right to be afraid of it, then? [ her teeth bite her lip nervously and once again, she shifts under the weight of her anxiety over the topic. being still is something she cannot do right now. her eyes sting, as she feels her nails now nearly tearing at her skirts. ]

Because I am terrified! I know of no fashion my.. abilities may be used but for ill.

[ for that is all she has ever seen them used for, since she was a small child. ]