Chapter 71: The Weight of a Leader
Melissa’s POV
The night was hauntingly calm as I stood by the flickering fire and watched the flames dance in the cool breeze. My mind was divided between duty and the agony of what I had to do, and my chest felt heavy. I kept thinking about what the goddess had said. You have to give yourself up to save them.
I turned as I heard footsteps behind me and saw Kane coming. His black eyes looked closely at me.
He said, "Since the meeting, you have been aloof." "What's happening, Melissa?"
I clutched my arms and turned my head away. "Nothing'. I'm just pondering.
He sighed in frustration. I recognize you, Melissa. Something is being concealed by you.
I took a deep breath. I was unable to hide it from him. No more.
I confessed, "The goddess spoke to me.
