Boy had Tansin hit it on the head. Sifani had come close to breaking Dani's resolve, and even though she knew she needed to go, waving goodbye and turning to walk away had been the most difficult thing she had ever done - except, perhaps, to keep going when she could still hear her sister's sobs.
Eventually, though, the sobs faded, and though there was an ache in her heart, there was also excitement, and an energy that bolstered each step. At first, she walked in silence, thoughts swirling through her mind. After a little over a quarter mile, they settled enough for her to take note of her surroundings. Early springs of lavender peeked out from the green stalks that would eventually explode in purple on the side of the road as they traversed. Sadly, Dani realised she would miss them at the height of their glory. "Was it difficult for you?" She queried finally, turning her gaze to her chaperone.