Re: Mik and Ophelia
Her words were radical. He had never been one to think about changing his circumstances as he had always been pleased with them. However, with his engagement to Serafina looking, he was wondering if there was any merit to why she was saying. Perhaps there was. Perhaps he needed to speak to Serafina more in depth about the situation. But first, he needed confirmation from his father or uncle. Perhaps his mother's idea hadn't won out and he would not be betrothed to Sera at all.
"No, you did not overstep, Ophelia. I apologize, I am simply not accustomed to speaking so freely, nor with such radical content. I just have some pondering to do, is all. I thank you for being open with me. I'm touched you felt enough at ease to share." Although his future was more in chaos than he ever thought it would be, one thing felt certain. And that was that Ophelia had given him a lot to think about. And if he were to be honest, he was grateful she had.
He was grateful for their conversation in general. "Even though we've navigated into uncertain waters, I have enjoyed talking to you, Ophelia. You are a treasure, I fully believe that."