The plan thus far involves staying in Nexus, soaking in all there is to see and to know. And that certainly means remaining Frea's close companion. Close she will stay.

Being able to joke is huge. So many a time before now she had thinner skin. Frea treats her with consideration, with care. Brienne now can appreciate the joy of giving and receiving teases. Her heart is unharmed. The more time they spend together, the more it glows and grows within her chest.

(Tickling will happen this evening. Happen when Frea least expects it!)

"Run or turn and fight, is it a fight you're looking for?" Her eyebrow lifts in challenge. Now as they are in some kind of motion, any missed steps are just fine. Brienne ducks her head so that they are closer.