The mention of the Halfbloods makes his lips press into a thin line. He crosses his arms over his chest and slumps into his seat.
“A real nuisance.”
Curiosity takes hold of me.
“How many important families are there among you?” He raises an eyebrow and his eyes narrow to slits.
“Truly important? Just three.” He gestures dismissively. “And what have you read about the other creatures?”
“Other creatures?”
“Tritons, lamias, shapeshifters, Blood Wraiths…” His eyes widen at my incredulous face. “Do you really know nothing about the others? I see our existence has entirely filled your mind. I hate to disappoint you, but there are plenty of horrible things besides us.”
I’m left speechless. In Nerathis, we’ve lived isolated from so many things, and I, for my part, never tried to learn more.
