[Annette's hands taking hers and her insistent reassurance help settle her own nerves about the difference in allegiance. Generally, everyone here has been more than reasonable about avoiding needless conflict (at least... avoiding needless conflict with her), but it's still a complicated and sometimes fraught process. A small smile spreads across her face--followed quickly by a bit of blushing from the compliment.]
I-I'm glad.
And thank you. I think the same of you, and I would hate to be at odds.
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I-I'm glad.
And thank you. I think the same of you, and I would hate to be at odds.