[ He still seems like himself. Whatever influence his crystal has over him, she would never want that to overtake him completely. They cannot choose the fates that lie in store for them, and she cannot like how his crystal imposed on him a new power to see a prophecy through... but she can choose to focus on the similarities they have because of it, their bond, and the relationship they share.

She appreciates how he makes this connection to her, and that appreciation forms into a smile that mirrors his own. Her fingers curl into his hand. ] Saying it like that... I suppose you're right. [ Human and crystal. ]

Even if you didn't absorb a part of the crystal within you, you'd still shine. I hope you don't forget that, either.