Era remains silent for a time, tail twitching under his touch.

"...It was moronic not to relegate duties amongst your fellows," she states eventually. "They were Warriors of Light too, and more than capable... But Hemera was nothing if not stubborn, so it's no surprise you would try to carry such a burden on your own."

Her gaze shifts until she's left staring down at her hands. Era fidgets with the spinner ring she always wears, soothed by the smooth motion and soft sound it emits.

"I can spare anything less than my life, Ardbert. I exist to protect, and do all I can to ease the suffering of others. It brings me happiness to do so, not pain."