Veiled Danger

Noticing his hesitation, Maeve knew her strategy was working. She continued, her voice tinged with grievance, "Fine, it's just a little dirt and blood. I'll endure it. No need to drag an innocent life into this mess."

Seeing her so pitiful, Kael found his heart softened, and a sense of duty surged within him. He thought. 'Forget it. It's just a bath. We should not be bound by so many rules in time