Maybe so. But as they say, once bitten, twice shy.
[It might be because he can understand that sense of distrust. The hurt and pain that carries over, how it raises one's bars even against those who are wholly innocent. Is it right? No.]
Not that it's an excuse, but we're in their territory and they don't know who to trust. Even with the trial of the maze, there's enough prejudice to cloud their reasoning. At least she's helping and looking for the items.
[It's taking longer, in part because other whalefolk stop by for one reason or another. Some to give her some gifts, others for trade. Although it would be better if she focused on their tasks, she does immediately return to searching through her goods once the sudden business is over—even if it's with a scowl on her face and occasional glances at them.]
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Maybe so. But as they say, once bitten, twice shy.
[It might be because he can understand that sense of distrust. The hurt and pain that carries over, how it raises one's bars even against those who are wholly innocent. Is it right? No.]
Not that it's an excuse, but we're in their territory and they don't know who to trust. Even with the trial of the maze, there's enough prejudice to cloud their reasoning. At least she's helping and looking for the items.
[It's taking longer, in part because other whalefolk stop by for one reason or another. Some to give her some gifts, others for trade. Although it would be better if she focused on their tasks, she does immediately return to searching through her goods once the sudden business is over—even if it's with a scowl on her face and occasional glances at them.]