Orual quickly gives up any fantasies she had of marrying Trunia, instead acting in the best interests of the kingdom and her power. She manages to repress her old self and become someone new who doesn’t have to feel the guilt of what her past self did. For once, the ferociousness of her love has positive consequences, as it allows her to act with almost superhuman strength to save Bardia. However, even this heroic act is one of violence.