The goddess drew in a soft breath as her hand was grasped, her eyes looking down once more as her gaze focused on their touching hands. Cecilia had heard such claims before and while she had no reason to disbelieve Kali, the declaration came with a flood of memories. It wasn't disloyalty that caused her followers to vanish, but instead the 'beast,' which she often blamed herself for in the first place. She grit her teeth for a moment, fighting internally with herself as one side wanted to push the mortal away in fear of hurting her, while the other side spoke of something highly unusual - a feeling of safety. Why was it that Kali's words comforted her so easily? They had never met. She didn't even remind her of Sarah and yet here she was, feeling that familiar comfort of physical touch, promising that everything would be okay.

Biting her lip then, she felt the softest of glows cross her cheeks and while she wanted to pull her hand back out of fear, she couldn't bring herself to do it. [b][color=fd0347]"Thank you.."[/color][/b] she eventually said, daring to gently squeeze Kali's hand in return. [b][color=fd0347]".. if we really do search for it though, we shall need you to be.."[/color][/b] Cecilia paused, trying to search for the right words. [b][color=fd0347]"More prepared. Which means more practice with that bow.. in situations like the golem.. are you okay with that?"[/color][/b] The goddess looked at Kali, curiously. [b][color=fd0347]"There may be many dangers ahead on this course.. assuming rumors are true.."[/color][/b] Despite her best efforts, Cecilia still hadn't let go of the mortal's hand, but with a final push of will she finally did - letting her hand slip slowly from Kali's fingers.