Lillian was gentle, forgiving, and naturally very adaptable.
But as death, she was also firm.
She rarely put her foot down, but when she did, even hell has no gates sturdier than her will.
It was clear just from looking at her that the two outcomes she had set forth were the only ways this standoff could end.
Asherah was conflicted.
Lillian was generous even when she didn't have to be.
Michael was basically just a human with wings now. If she wanted, she could have killed him with half a thought.
Asherah understood why everything was happening, but that didn't mean she didn't wish to change it.
It did not escape her notice just how defensive everyone was for Odie. And rightfully so.
By all accounts, Odessa had nearly died one time before. And Lillian, driven mad by her own grief, did not hesitate to use all of her power to die for her child.
The results were costly.
