Mia takes the moment's pause to reach over, gently taking the young woman's hands into her own. Maker, but she was so much like Rosalie it was frightening. But what if he doesn't like me, Mia? As though anyone could look at her and not see someone worth having in their life.

"You should. But when you feel ready to do so, and not a moment before," she replies steadily, brow furrowing. "It's a tremendously difficult undertaking even in the best of situations. Beyond all the fluttery feelings and significant glances, there's a good deal of work involved. And as a Grey Warden..."

She pauses, shaking her head.

"But if this is what is in your heart, then take it. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. Don't regret never saying anything while you could. Believe me."