"This isn't a public conversation," she replied softly. It was an agreement, yes, but somehow her response made things sound heavier.

And really, it was a heavy topic; it was something that had been weighing so heavily on her heart, she didn't think the ache would ever fade. Garnet loosened her grip, but did not completely release his hand, and she turned to face him fully. Her tiara caught in the moonlight, gold and rubies turning to silver and amethyst.

"You said some things before; when we were in the town square. I didn't understand any of it. Please... tell me again," she pleaded softly.