The nymph finally turns around and looks you in the eye. "Over the ages that passed since the curse was placed

The nymph finally turns around and looks you in the eye. "Over the ages that passed since the curse was placed upon my shoulders, I've almost forgotten how it feels — to fear for someone other than myself. The first spring flowers that break through the icy earth and frigid snow — they always have the hardest time. The suffering of their journey and bravery of their aspiration — that's what I feel. Will we survive what the future holds? Will we survive it together?"