Mayson POV
“Can we just stay here for a while longer?” Grace asked, lying under an old tree looking up at the night sky. Billions of stars are scattered across the sky, emphasizing its beauty. I sat down next to her with my back resting against the tree.
“Thank you,” Grace said. I turned my head to look at her at the same time she turned hers.
“For what?” I asked.
“For not leaving me behind, for always helping me, and for your willingness to sacrifice yourself for me. The goddess was right, I always pretend. I use sarcasm and my attitude to hide what I’m truly feeling and that almost got me killed… that almost got you killed.” Grace said in a soft voice laced with unspoken emotions.
“We all have our strengths and weaknesses. I will never think any less of you for the way you deal
