I don't know what it's like to lose a bonded... yet. But I know what it's like to lose something very important.

( after all, he is no longer a burnish without his promare. he is a harpy, or at the very least human. whether that's a good or bad thing, lio's still not sure. the layer of instincts that came with those changes have been at best, annoying. at worst? uncomfortable. but spending time with others lessened negative thoughts. )

Sure. ( a beat, then: ) Whether you want to grab some plates or slice it or...

( heck, he wouldn't be offended if they just tore it apart and split it right here. he's not picky. )