“Alas. I am not an option.”
“Alas! (exclaimed I) how am I to avoid those evils I shall never be exposed to?”
“Dear Child of God, I am sorry to say that suffering is not optional.”
“Can't you just tell me now?""No, I need someone to eat with."A slight smile rose to my lips. "Am I supposedto believe that I'm your only option?""No. But you're my favorite option.”
“I am done slowing down, giving people their time and space, letting them explore their options.”
“Alas, not me, lord!" she said. "Shadow lies on me still. Look not to me for healing! I am a shieldmaiden and my hand is ungentle.”