It didn't take a genius to recognize the almost-warning in Wayland's tone. This was going to go great, apparently. At least the others seemed prepared to hear what she had to say.
A practiced smile graced her features, relaxed, pleasant, and not at all reflecting the nerves that was gnawing at her insides. Breakups over text were so much easier, but only when you didn't have to see the person in question again. This was the best way to do things, regardless of how difficult it might be in the moment.
"I am proud to say I was a part of bringing this group together, and I believe you'll be a bright addition to the Consilium as time goes on. However, I don't feel this is my place. The four of you match well with each other as a group your own, and I simply feel that it would be best for everyone if you were to be allowed to continue in that manner while I move on. I have the deepest respect for each of you and I hope you'll come to understand my decision. Respect, sometimes, involves the recognition that we are simply different in the ways we approach our Awakened lives, and I think it best if we allow ourselves the opportunity to pursue those approaches to the very fullest. For me, I believe that means following a slightly different path from the rest of you."
Another smile, this one gentler and even a touch vulnerable, as she awaited their responses.