Chapter Ten
Searon flushed as he stared at Anaela walking by his side. He imagined being with her, touching her, even just holding her hand. Searon didn’t know where they were going, nor did he ask. Instead, he remained silent, awaiting an opportunity to speak with her. She appeared more relaxed, but the worry in her face wasn’t totally gone. When she glanced at Searon, he smiled at her, and she would quickly turn away, blushing. Searon grinned every time he saw her dark green blush.
The forest was too quiet. They were on the outskirts of Sudegam, where the birds and animals usually made noise, but this time it was silent. Chills ran along Searon’s spine as he realized how much the war affected not only them, but all the animals of the land as well.
A frightened squirrel darted across t
