Private Finished Swan Lake

Lebeda was very persistent, but Cosette wasn't put off by it. Rather she was touched that Lebeda was to determined to at least do something to help Cosette. The goddess suggested the scouts, and Cosette gave a small nod.
"I have a friend who is a scout, I was planning on asking for her help. I feel helpless now, but I'm sure everything will turn out well."
Cosette forced herself to say that, because she wanted to believe it. Cosette wasn't an optimist, not really. Rather she was a hopeful realist. Cosette had seen too much darkness and had had too much bad luck to truly be an optimist. But she still tried.

"You may not fear danger, but I fear for you."
Cosette said in a gentle voice, and gave Lebeda's hand a small squeeze.
"I'm sorry I cannot rely on your help, I would if this was even a little lighter of a burden. But...if you did me the honour of being my friend that would make me very happy."
Cosette said quietly, looking down briefly. She didn't know any other swan maidens on the island, they usually lived in their Nesting ground and sometimes visited the human world. So, Cosette was craving for the company of her kin, or someone similar.

Just as Cosette's tears began to dry Lebeda's began to fall, and Cosette's face was graced with a small sad smile. She wanted to grant Lebeda's wish, to rely on the younger woman, in some way. It seemed to be breaking her heart that she couldn't help Cosette in a satisfactory way. So, Cosette shifted slightly so she and Lebeda were sitting side by side and she slowly leaned over, so her head was against Lebeda's.
"Then, if I may, can I use you for support for just a moment?"
Cosette asked quietly, suddenly feeling extremely fatigued. Even if she hadn't been able to tell Lebeda all about her worries the other woman's presence was soothing.