#ignore that this is the first in character thing i've done in. weeks ghfjdkg ]

[kiealer]

@scarlxtleaves asked:

"And this 'new year' is cause for celebration?"

She meets his eyes, confusion in her own for but a moment before she recalls just who she's talking to. They've had a similar discussion prior around the last major holiday, so she oughtn't be surprised that he would ask about this one, as well. Briefly, she wonders if his question is genuine, and if he's truly curious about the matter suggested, or if he's perhaps attempting to belittle this particular tradition.

❝Yes,❞ she sighs, maintaining a collected and calm demeanor. It would be wrong of her to assume malintent… even from the man in front of her.

❝For a lot of people, it's a celebration of accomplishment. They reflect on what they've done on the past year and dream about what they'll do for the next year. It may be trivial to you, but to a lot of us, it's a meaningful celebration of making it through another year and looking forward to the next one. Time passes differently for us than it does for you. We try to cherish the time we have, especially with loved ones.❞ Her gaze rests upon him for a solid moment, before briefly darting away once she realizes how long she'd been lingering. Alas, her cheeks flush with color in the process.

❝I hope you can understand that.❞