[ In contrast to Dan's compliments, Ellie seems to stiffen up. She doesn't quite move away, but her eyes widen a little, reactionary, and she sits in a strained silence.
You have heart. You're loyal. And you're special.
She swallows the usual rise of fight or flight that floods her throat. ]
Right. [ Forced honestly doesn't draw out the reason for the sudden change in her tone. ] Sure.
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You have heart. You're loyal. And you're special.
She swallows the usual rise of fight or flight that floods her throat. ]
Right. [ Forced honestly doesn't draw out the reason for the sudden change in her tone. ] Sure.