The tension that had been tightening Bethany's shoulders loosened, and the smile that came over her face turned back to brilliant. So whether Aveline likes it or not, she's getting hugged again, pulled in to be squeezed tightly.

"Well, if Varric asked you to be here ... then I know we must be in trouble." She leaned back, giving her friend a warm smile. "How will Kirkwall stand without you?"