<em>Kharali nods and smiles, and Eliza sees no fear or guile in her expression, though she does appear a bit surprised and confused when the petite wizardess brings up the fact that she's been discriminated against.<br/><br/>Still, her expression turns contemplative as their conversation turns to Yurika.<br/><br/>"Someone in particular... yes. I know this much. She's looking for someone who was very close to her. Not a lover, but still... But I'm afraid I can't say. It's something very personal she told me of... I don't have the right to give away her secrets."<br/><br/>The shifter offers a sad smile and a helpless shrug.<br/><br/>"But... I can tell you more of what we mean to each other... and I'd have to say it's more the latter. I love her, yes... but the way one regards one's best friend. She's a kindred spirit... someone I care for deeply and wouldn't see hurt for the world. But, no, I don't think I love her in a romantic way."</em>