One could suppose that it is unkind, in some way, to have such a conversation with a young woman when she is so compromised by the knowledge of a friend's looming mortality. No matter how concerned Leliana might be, however, and regardless of how fond Morrigan might be of the girl, Leliana is a spy. A person's vulnerabilities were their own to guard. It was as Justinia had once told her, before she was Justinia and before Leliana was a companion to the Hero of Ferelden; even when others take advantage and abuse our weaknesses, they are still our weaknesses.

The Game played on, regardless of whether the pieces were willing. An unhappy thought, really.

"I think congratulations are in order for your editorial. I become more impressed with each volume," she begins, before sipping her tea. "I was very sorry to see certain portions removed for the most recent publication."