Hidden Sanctuary

MAEVIA

The door closed behind me with a quiet click. For a moment the room remained completely dark. My eyes adjusted slowly while the sounds of footsteps continued outside the corridor.

Then a single lamp was lit near the far wall. The dim light revealed the man standing beside the door.

Dane.

Recognition settled immediately.

"You," I said.

He gave a short nod.

"Yes."

The surprise lasted only a s