[ Aymeric would be the last person who would deny that Estinien's actions caused no small amount of damage, but while he believes some responsibility must be taken, the blame does not wholly rest with his friend. Nidhogg saw an opening and he used it, exploiting Estinien's simmering rage and need for revenge. Had he been given a choice, Aymeric doubts he would have chosen to be used by the wyrm.

For a moment, Aymeric feels no small amount of embarrassment because of his choice to put forth a proposal. Perhaps it was not done as it should have, and Estinien's chastisement, if that is what it is, only adds to the uncertainty that he feels. He would not take it back, unless of course Alkaid expressed a desire to break their engagement, but he feels just a little bit foolish. ]

When you consider how often she is required to leave for adventures all across Eorzea, I found myself thinking that I did not wish to wait. The opportunity might not present itself again. And even if I had the opportunity to venture from Ishgard to wherever she might have gone, perhaps she would be too occupied to even speak with me.

[ His resolve remains, but still, he feels that perhaps he acted far too rashly. But he does not regret doing what he did, and if there was ever a moment for being rash, it was then. ]

Perhaps, Estinien, I ought to find you a young cat that might accompany you on your travels, one that you could raise as you see fit.