Dwenne is the leader of a dying religion in Telbud. Despite all efforts, recruitment is dead and funds are low. Her religion mandates suffering in all aspects of life, but is there a limit to how much suffering one woman can endure before she snaps?
Rose was a Prince who vowed herself to the Sisterhood completely, becoming one of- if not its most devoted member. Raised in splendor, living in suffering, Rose is painfully happy with her choices.
Dwenne wants companionship, which was why she disavowed it. But years of living in the same building as the most beautiful woman she's ever seen has worn her down to the point of snapping.