That's right, not everything is so simple, but... both me and my brother are here.

( with a gentle squeeze of his elbow, pollux looks to him with a warm smile. it sounds terrifying to brave these seas alone, but the stars will always watch over him; even now. her concerns are for him, and him alone now for the moment as they make their way out of the room. )

You have us if you feel as though you can't go to anyone else. Gods listen to all no matter what it is.

( her thumb massages the area just above his elbow as she follows up with izzy's question, how could she articulate this without causing any problems. it does hurt in a way that an ancient god like her could bring anything but promise to a human. ah, how embarrassing, will she look different in his eyes because of it? )

Stede appeared to be uncomfortable in my presence, and so I decided that removing myself would prevent any disruption to his gathering.