While Glimmer was in a state of social confusion, Bow was, like always, more than willing to support Adora’s decision. After all, they respected Entrapta’s decision to join the Horde even though they profoundly disagreed with it and tried to convince her to change her mind, so she could come back to the Rebellion and leave the Horde in the dust. As Bow tried to comfort Adora, what he told her echoed not only the sentiment of his dads, when they found out he was a rebellion fighter, and his apology to her the last time he was in Plumeria. He spoke for himself and for Glimmer. ”I thought we were being supportive…but we were really being terrible! Neither of us knew you had felt that way, but we’ll try to be better friends. We like you no matter what and think you are an awesome person!”

A smile spread across Adora’s face. She was so glad she had supportive friends who were trying to encourage her, friends who would be with her no matter what, no matter what path she took. Perhaps she had been a little harsh and too defensive. Sometimes her emotions snapped over inconsequential questions or speech since she was constantly stressed from the burden put on her. She was expected to be the savior of Etheria, generally speaking, especially when she was She-Ra. Even so, she would not abandon her friends, the Rebellion, or Etheria and return to the Horde. It was a lot of pressure to be She-Ra, but going back to the Fright Zone meant a return to abuse, manipulation, and violence, something she was free of as a member of the Rebellion, apart from occasional skirmishes with the forces of the Horde.

Perfuma understood where Adora was coming from, but, unlike her, she tried to approach problems in a much more positive manner. She was glad to meet Pearl, Adora’s new friend. She stretched out her arms and hugged tightly. ”It’s so nice to properly meet you Pearl! Adora has chosen her friends well…you are so lovely! I could sense that from our encounter in Bright Moon but now I am completely certain.”

She paused, with happiness radiating throughout her body. She wanted it to be like the last time Adora, Bow, and Glimmer had been there, without the Horde killing the plant life of course. That meant they would all have a big party together! She spoke to the rest of those in Plumeria in hopes of drumming up support for her idea, getting the citizenry to help her out. ”Gather around everyone! Let us welcome these guests to our wonderful home…with a huge celebration and feast. Bring out the windchimes, ready the drum circles, and prepare for dancing! We are going to have a great time!”