[ Her answer seems to satisfy him, as his gaze softens and averts to the side. Yeah... being able to turn into a swan is probably pretty useful for not being noticed. And, perhaps, his question had been more of an expression of his defensiveness than a genuine showing of concern. Link does not know Akua well, but he knows she doesn't need him to worry about her.
Sinking down another inch into the water, he sighs. ]
Well, give it some time.
[ ...was that a joke? A bitter joke, bordering on flippant, but yes, it was an attempt at levity, at least. He glances to her again. ]
I'll leave if you'd prefer to be alone. [ If she doesn't want him here. ]
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Sinking down another inch into the water, he sighs. ]
Well, give it some time.
[ ...was that a joke? A bitter joke, bordering on flippant, but yes, it was an attempt at levity, at least. He glances to her again. ]
I'll leave if you'd prefer to be alone. [ If she doesn't want him here. ]