proud princess part 2

Seraphina’s heart raced. She could feel the truth in Caelan’s words, but it was hard for her to let go. Her pride had been her shield, protecting her from vulnerability. Yet, deep down, she knew that there was always more to discover, more to understand.
Taking a deep breath, she stepped toward the tree and placed her hand on its trunk. “I do not know everything,” she whispered. “And I want to learn.”