Her breathing had long evened out, her clothes still stuck tightly to her skin but the edges were beginning to finally dry. Siora nodded along with his thoughts. He knew it, she knew it. There was no such thing as choice. His training was the only way that an opportunity might arise, but as long as he had control over her sister, Siora was bound. Even if she was somehow able to weave her way into his good graces it would only be a short-lived season and even in those lulls there would be a constant need for vigilance.
His laughter though, brought on a fresh wave of anxiety, unknowing if the outcome meant reprieve or further punishment. Her words had been careless, his reply only confirming it more and the servant hung her head a fraction lower as the dark pupils of her eyes studied the gravel around them.
Siora maintained the submitted aid, and only after letting some time pass did she lift her eyes to study their surroundings. The fading light and darkening sky, hinted at a wild storm on the horizon.
I’m fortunate to be under your instruction,was all she could reply.
His laughter though, brought on a fresh wave of anxiety, unknowing if the outcome meant reprieve or further punishment. Her words had been careless, his reply only confirming it more and the servant hung her head a fraction lower as the dark pupils of her eyes studied the gravel around them.
Of course. My life is to serve, failure isn’t to be tolerated, nor coddled.
Siora maintained the submitted aid, and only after letting some time pass did she lift her eyes to study their surroundings. The fading light and darkening sky, hinted at a wild storm on the horizon.
You must be famished my Lord. Shall we return to the Keep, or do you wish to dine outdoors tonight?
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