Shattered Memories

MAEVIA

The silence in Torin's chamber lasted longer than I expected after my refusal.

He stood near the table, with a straight posture. The lantern beside him casted a low light across the room, leaving most of the chamber in shadow.

For a few minutes, neither of us spoke. Then Torin exhaled slowly.

"You want the truth about the bond," he said.

I held his gaze.

"Yes."

He did not hesitate this time