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i also think a lot of people aren't really getting the *point* of louis' reaction. it's extremely harsh and judgmental and completely insensitive to the fact that lestat is being abused, but that is the purpose of it. the entire season is lestat attempting to justify it. this is louis saying that you cannot justify it. there is no rational way to justify that happening. and when lestat has a breakdown over it, they both sort of realize at the same time that this means lestat has been suffering incestuous sexual abuse for 200 fucking years.

it overwhelms lestat, and it clicks for louis. that's when he changes tacts, when he comforts lestat, when he gently tries to help him admit that it's been abuse all along in the bar. it's so realistic, such a necessary sequence.

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Fasciation - a type of deformity in flowers🌼

To the angel touched by pain, you are loved. You have seen horrors unimaginable even to you, but still you stand strong. It's okay to let yourself feel. You are holy still.

To the angel taken advantage of, you are loved. Those who used your power for their own gain and at your expense cannot hurt you any longer. Cast them away and free yourself. You are holy still.

To the angel filled with rage and contempt, you are loved. You are angry and rightfully so. Let yourself revel in that fury for if you push it away it will only fester. You shine with a hot fire, burning away anyone who dares bring you harm. You are holy still.

To the angel overcome by sadness and grief, you are loved. Your emotions are not overlooked. Take the time needed to preserve your sanity and wellbeing. You have all of the time in the world. You are holy still.

To the angel who reads this, you are loved. Your experiences are part of you, and you are divine. Live your life in the moment, without fear of losing yourself to your past or not finding yourself in your future.