If you'll allow me to make a bold claim... I feel as if I'm quite the companion for you, my lady.

[ The hand that hadn't been holding the candle reached to gently brush her fingertips along the line of Towa's jaw, tilting her chin up0 as she craned her face towards her, eyes catching the glow of the candles' combined flame as she regarded Towa, affection in her smile. ]

Grant me this night... [ She whispered. ] And we'll welcome spring together...