Was she meant to pull him closer or push him away? Her selfish heart fought against her dutiful mind. He was her Commander whom she should not seek comfort from when it came to such personal matters, yet his warmth was compelling enough for her to stay and allow her sorrows to come forth in the form of silent tears.
Her hands remained on her face as she tried her hardest to get herself together. This weak and pathetic side of herself was the furthest thing from how she wanted to present herself to the only man who had ever moved her heart.
Yet she found solace in his piney scent. It only grew stronger when he realized she was shivering, and he removed his cape bearing his family crest before placing it over her shoulders. He resumed hugging her so close to him.
