She nods, smiling as Garahel gets some much-wanted attention. "Grey Wardens by nature of what we do are required to live a life apart, outside of society's rules. Our goal must first be the eradication of darkspawn, always. There is little room for anything else...but we are not automatons. We need connections, as much as anyone else. Our lives may be brief, but we ought to cherish those moments, nonetheless."

She stares off, in the general direction of the bride and groom. "I wonder if he truly realizes what marrying a Grey Warden entails. One does not stop being a Grey Warden; we're bound for life." No children, and sooner or later Bethany will have her Calling. It's still not a reason to avoid life or love, but the price is a high one.