[Now that the fabric is a bit closer, Caelus lets their fingers intertwine with the fabric as well. It was soft, beautiful... Whatever this was for seemed important, and they likely won't mess with it until the time comes, but for now, they stare at the merchant in disbelief.

All they want is an emotion, huh? Well, after their conversation with Jayce, there is a core memory that they rather forget. It's one they wouldn't miss, that's for certain. It was just full of resentment and anger, and when they think about the memory, it's one of the rare times they grit their teeth.]

Alright.

[For someone as casual and usually unbothered by things, the air is tense as venom drips from their mouth.]

Before I put an end to my Dad, he told me that he was sorry for everything but refused to beg for forgiveness. Then had the nerve to tell me he was proud of me after everything he put me through. ... I'm tired of wondering what could have been if I accepted that apology or let him live... So you can take it. Take all of it. I'm tired of living with regret and anger.

[The venom drops, and the sadness sets in. This is why they always refused to speak about their past. But if the merchant wants this emotion, they can take it from them.]

... Just get rid of it.