Yorian materialized in Erich's mansion's guest room. This time, he refrained from inquiring about Oriana's recent visions. He was convinced that it must have been a distressing experience for her, but he purposely chose not to offer her comfort this time. She needed to confront and manage such challenges independently, to toughen herself. He understood that he couldn't always be there to provide solace. Eventually, he would have to step away from her side, and he didn't want her to remain vulnerable when he did.
Oriana had to learn to address matters on her own, especially those with emotional repercussions. They would affect once or twice or thrice, but over time, she would build resilience and become immune to manipulative tactics, strengthening herself not only physically but also emotionally, a vital skill in dealing with the cunning witch. As a queen, she had to develop emotional fortitude.
