Council's Hidden Voices

Sunlight fractured across the eastern lake, washing over the stone bench where they finally rested.

"So, did the council give you a headache?" Valera broke the quiet that had settled over them since leaving the park.

Magnus let out a slow, heavy breath, leaning back against the cool masonry. "It was exhausting. Put five leaders in a room, and you get six different opinions."

A soft smile touche