also dont be fooled by byleth’s expression here, they have no idea how to deal with cats and is internally screaming they literally have never had to interact with these weird furry fleshbags why are there so many of them on academy grounds huh why are they EVERYWHERE
You never weep. Weeping would make you look weak. Weeping would prove them right. Weeping won’t get you anywhere.
You have dreams you wished upon the bowing stars. Dreams you would chase to the bitter end if needed.
So you smile. Smile so you would lower their guards. Smile so no one would know what you’re scheming. Smile so you can fake your way into the light.
But that fateful night, as you were dragged away from these cherished halls burning to ashes, you felt the dreams you fought for slip through your fingers.
Oh. Dear child…That’s why you never weep.