She takes a deep breath, opens her eyes and speaks with firm resolve. "Come what may, you should know, , that

She takes a deep breath, opens her eyes and speaks with firm resolve. "Come what may, you should know, , that the person you know by the name of 'Kaessi' does not exist. My real name is Kalikke, and I... we... Well, it's a long story, and such stories are better told beside a welcoming fire. Will you hear me out?"