[ Fortunately for both of them, Tear was able to fall in step with the routine again more quickly than she had anticipated. Though the nervousness from the first round had returned, it was only a small feeling compared to the first time and more easily cast aside in favour of enjoying the moment they were sharing. He had been quick to indulge her request, so it was better to focus on that than any insecurities as she carefully followed his lead, taking the time to figure out her words. ]

I'd like to go to the ocean. [ Satisified with that answer, she continues with a nod ]

There were a lot of places in my world that I had only read about in books until almost a year ago, things I had seen only through words or in a picture here and there. Yet when I finally visited properly, I found myself really liking it.

[ But if the cold air outside was too much after a while, being anywhere near the sea would be almost unbearable. ]

There's something else, and that one would take time. In my experience, I've found it worth the wait.