Mask of Indifference

Darius held Sloane's hand. His anger was soothed, and he became calm.

For some reason, he felt warm.

He didn't know how long had passed. Finally, she coughed a few times.

As she spat out water, she coughed again.

Sloane opened her eyes, which were both sore and painful. Her vision was blurry, and she couldn't see the face of the person in front of her.

She moved her lips and said, "Mon