There is an oath upon her, he said to Arch, and I realized dimly that he was still speaking in Gaelic, though I understood him clearly. She may not kill, save it is for mercy or her life. It is myself who kills for her. And I, said a tall figure behind him, softly. Ian. Arch
In a conversation between two characters, one reveals a solemn obligation placed upon a woman regarding the act of killing. The speaker, who communicates in Gaelic yet is clearly understood, emphasizes that she can only take a life if it is out of mercy or self-defense. This sets the stage for the moral complexities surrounding the character's role in violence.
Another figure, identified as Ian, adds to the dialogue, suggesting a partnership or shared responsibility in carrying out acts of violence on her behalf. This interaction hints at themes of loyalty and sacrifice, as well as the burdens placed upon the characters within the context of their obligations and survival. The exchange highlights the weight of choices in a world fraught with conflict.
