[He does not doubt that, which is why he had made no effort to cajole her into joining the rest in this loud and boisterous place. He does not think it would suit her, even in the best of times.]

You had reason to be.

[It is not an excuse- not tacit approval of her actions- but she was one of the few- perhaps she was the only- to understand fully what the loss of a broodmate truly meant. Most had yet to form the bonds, to know that extra strength they could have. Their losses would still be holes in them, but they did not so well understand how deep. How much possibility was lost. Ren may yet awaken. Others as well, but until that possibility arose she was reduced.]

But that is good. Mastery of the self is no simple task, but it will benefit you.

[And, if it was not clear enough, restraint was something he valued above little else. Interesting, considering his preoccupation with his own broodmate.]

The path ahead will be simpler in some ways, more complicated in others, but you may find yourself better equipped to deal with the uncertainty.