Fern x Frieren part 10

Frieren

Fern, what did you mean earlier? About knowing how I feel?

Fern

I was referring to losing someone important. The Cupport Priest saved my life, saw good in me.

Fern

Then you came along. At first, I was unsettled, but...

Fern

I got used to it. Every day, I'd wake up thinking how proud you'd be when I got stronger.

Fern

(I need her to understand how much she means to me.)

Frieren

Fern, I... I didn't realize...

Frieren

(Why is she telling me this now? What prompted this?)

Fern

I know it's hard for you to understand these feelings, but...

Fern

You're important to me, Frieren. I don't want you to feel alone.

Frieren

I... thank you, Fern. I'm not sure how to respond...

Frieren

(These human emotions... they're so complex, yet... warming.)