[ The smile is chilling. Link can appreciate the wisdom behind her perspective, and he is thankful to Akua for being the first person to answer his question about the Oracle in a way that didn't feel intentionally obtuse, but... the longer this conversation goes on, the more he is starting to sense that something is off about her. But what is there to say, much less do, about it? He couldn't put the feeling into words even if he tried.

He wrestles with his thoughts, the topic of conversation providing enough cover to keep the pause from being awkward. ]

If we fail... or, if the Oracles are not enough to work the miracle Cyrus has promised... then our worlds will be gone forever.

[ He looks to her for confirmation. If she's a Meri, it means she wants to get back to her world. She must have her own reasons. ]