The Amell Legacy: Transgressions

[Marian Hawke]

She makes a face. "I don't-- I've never-- I don't think I'm a boy, but how would I know? I had bigger problems."

[Bethany]

"Wellllll.... we- and by we I mean you and Varric- could brew that potion Carver took before the ritual," Bethany offers slowly.

[Marian Hawke]

She shakes her head. "Not until my headaches are under control. It's-- that's not what I meant anyway. I just mean... I'm more of a mess than I seem."

[Bethany]

"I think that applies to all of us," Beth says dryly.

[Marian Hawke]

"Sure," says Marian, rubbing at her temples.

[Bethany]

"Headache?" Beth asks worriedly. 

[Marian Hawke]

"Just the usual sort," she says quickly. "I'm a little tired."

[Bethany]

"You wanna go inside, out of the sun or have some willow tea?" Beth asks, relaxing but still still solicitous. 

[Marian Hawke]

"No, no, it's fine." She smiles, turning to glance at Beth as she does. 

[Bethany]

Beth smiles back, taking her seat. "Thank you. For... for listening. And for opening up a bit. It was nice." Her smile wavers a little. "Kind of hurts, rather scary and a bit awkward, but... nice. So thanks."

[Marian Hawke]

"Sure," she says, rubbing the back of her neck. She glances at the other bundle in Beth's lap, then, and asks, hesitantly, "Sorry, I think I-- we got sidetracked?"

[Bethany]

"Huh? Oh, right! I pulled out a few things before I passed it all over to Varric to sell and stuff," Beth says, biting her lip. "And- well, here." So saying, she thrusts the bundle at Marian, the cloth falling away to reveal a pair of rings and a slim necklace. The necklace is a twist of braided gold and silver, etched with stars. One of the rings is a simple flat steel band with shields embossed on it. The other is pure platinum studded with green gems... and the Amell family crest. "Those are yours too."

[Marian Hawke]

Marian stares at the items. "Those.. I can't take that, is that the Light ring?" 

[Bethany]

"No, just a family ring," Beth says with a shrug. "The other ring is magic, it repels attacks. Not a great ward, but decent. The necklace protects from toxins and poisons. The family ring is just... expensive really. Everyone in the family is supposed to have one so..."

[Marian Hawke]

"Beth... I'm not an Amell," she says, gently. "You've already given me more than enough."