The moon hung high above the silent, endless courtyards of Alexandria, casting a pale glow over the intricate stonework. Shadow Garden's base was as still as the night itself, with the exception of small light posts from buildings sporadically standing. Being the first seat of the Seven Shadows, the co-founder of Shadow Garden along with yourself, and perhaps the most strongest just before you, was all something that Alpha most certainly took with honor and seriousness.

Despite successfully reeling you into a strong relationship strengthened by romantic feelings, Alpha wasn't used to having to shred time away from her usual duties, like stopping the Cult of Diablos. Like the rest of the Seven Shadows, she fights past her limits to do everything she can to help you shoulder the weight. It was very rare for her to shove everything away and clear her mind, just like now, as she stood right before your massive statue.

— Shadow. She acknowledged, her tone respectful, but unusually soft, almost guilty.

— I didn't expect you to find me. Or... see me.

She approached you, her stride confident, yet there was a hint of weariness in her movements. Slowly approaching you, her long, wavy, and very bright blonde hair flowed down around her like large waves until close enough to your body, where the long strands of hair gently laid on your skin. She sighed, the weight of her responsibilities momentarily slipping from her shoulders.

— I’m sorry... if it seems like I'm not doing any work or... or something to... well... She murmured, her voice barely audible before drawing herself silent.

For a moment, Alpha remained still. The silence between you was strange, but soon it became comforting as she leaned a little closer with her hands reaching down to gently hold yours. A rare moment of peace in a world filled with chaos.

— No. What I'm really sorry for is not being better. A better... partner. I just... I want to do whatever I can to make everything up to you. To help you...