Us, he states, as though he understands the sentiment keenly.

Emilia suspected he would, or perhaps she would have said nothing.

"Mm. It can be. Wrath says I am ruled by fire," is an answer that comes with the slight twitching of her lips. She makes no apology for her passions, for her forcefulness. "I suspect Wangji would agree. But there is a line between patience and complacency, and I worry about ever falling prey to the second."

Being here so long that she starts to accept what should never be tolerated. Compromise is important, and she decided long ago her ambitions would be achieved through a slow burn, but —

Sometimes it's hard to remember the ground they've gained, as well. It's good to have the reminder.