[Gale turns, facing the entrance of the tent as Astarion paces in front of him, his back nearly against the far wall.]
That's always been my answer, Astarion. Even—
[Cutting himself off, Gale tries to swallow the know forming in his throat, but finds it impossibly dry. His voice feels small as it hides in his chest; he forces it out.]
... Even before there was an us to consider. If I had needed to walk away from our group because I felt I could no longer control the hunger of the orb, I'd have done so for everyone's safety without a second thought. When we first found out about the brain, I would have detonated myself not merely for Mystra's forgiveness, but because I felt it would give my death meaning to protect everyone I've come to care for. And if I thought for one second that putting myself in harm's way would keep you safe from Cazador, then I would risk it.
no subject
That's always been my answer, Astarion. Even—
[Cutting himself off, Gale tries to swallow the know forming in his throat, but finds it impossibly dry. His voice feels small as it hides in his chest; he forces it out.]
... Even before there was an us to consider. If I had needed to walk away from our group because I felt I could no longer control the hunger of the orb, I'd have done so for everyone's safety without a second thought. When we first found out about the brain, I would have detonated myself not merely for Mystra's forgiveness, but because I felt it would give my death meaning to protect everyone I've come to care for. And if I thought for one second that putting myself in harm's way would keep you safe from Cazador, then I would risk it.