The hollowness of Adrien's tone didn't escape Yorda's notice. For all her naivete, she was far from stupid.

"You are lying."

It wasn't an accusation, just a slightly puzzled statement. But she recognized the tone - how often had she reassured herself her mother only wanted to keep her safe? Every time a fresh set of idol gates blocked off her path. Every time a wraith came to whisk her back to the Tower of Winds.

It was only when Yorda had learned the truth behind her existence - how she came to be and what she would become - that she had stopped lying to herself. But by then it was too late.

"Are you also a vessel...?"