Okay, here is where we stand from my point of view: Zephius was once the one she needed, a friend and a protector, a support system. In her position at that time, she needed protection and an escape from her horrible family. However, that is not what she needs now.
Starting with Elias, he is a no-go. He was completely powerless and had no choice but to stand by and watch her suffer. His view is disrupted by his sympathy and pity for her situation. Any romantic feelings he has for her will be influenced by that and her healing him.
On the other hand, from the moment she met him, Diavel has made her stronger. Even Zephius mentioned it. That change didn’t happen until after she met Diavel. At this point in time, she needs Diavel to help her get stronger. Rather than being supported or protected, she needs someone who can make her stronger. Experiencing life with Diavel will do that where life with Zephius would just put her in a gilded cage where she is just a pretty bird to be protected.
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Okay, here is where we stand from my point of view: Zephius was once the one she needed, a friend and a protector, a support system. In her position at that time, she needed protection and an escape from her horrible family. However, that is not what she needs now.
Starting with Elias, he is a no-go. He was completely powerless and had no choice but to stand by and watch her suffer. His view is disrupted by his sympathy and pity for her situation. Any romantic feelings he has for her will be influenced by that and her healing him.
On the other hand, from the moment she met him, Diavel has made her stronger. Even Zephius mentioned it. That change didn’t happen until after she met Diavel. At this point in time, she needs Diavel to help her get stronger. Rather than being supported or protected, she needs someone who can make her stronger. Experiencing life with Diavel will do that where life with Zephius would just put her in a gilded cage where she is just a pretty bird to be protected.