There had been a long moment of silence drawn out after Suijin's demand as Sotero hesitates, his fingers tightening around Votelli's hand as he wavers, trying to decide what to do. Although for the little god who still wishes to keep those who raised him safe, it's not hard to decide on who to give up, when it comes down to a choice between his parents and the figure that these gods are now demanding to know.

His gaze darts up to Votelli's face for a moment, as if asking if that's really what he should do?