He must have sensed the apprehension in her voice, because Patrick’s eyes roamed their surroundings and his voice dropped to a whisper even Ehrien had difficulty hearing. “You’ve been here a full two days and the eyes of the world are already on you. You’re powerful, too powerful. You’re in a position to make enemies because you’re in a position to make a difference. Do not make light of that.”
“How am I making light of that?” Ehrien questioned, offended, and slightly apprehensive.
Patrick’s patience snapped. “By acting as though your powers aren’t extraordinary!” His voice echoed in the silent corridor, painful in contrast to the previous silence. Even Patrick trembled at the sound. “By flaunting them around for anyone to see. You’re making light of your strength, your importance!”
Ehr
