His back seemed to ease first. She couldn’t tell if it was the result of him being assured, or the result of him being let down. She had a feeling that even her tower shield might not be big enough to protect her if the news was ill. Her thumb worried at the edge of the metal.
Finally, he said something. He thanked her. That was a good sign, yes? That wasn’t a, ‘thanks for trying,’ was it? Sylvia swallowed, head nodding quickly before she finally followed it up with actual language, “Of course, you’re welcome.” She bit at one side of her lip, then took a step forward, “Is he okay? Do… do you need help getting him back?”
Seiana_ZI
Amasis
