Ophelia
Alric and I returned to our room and I changed into new clothes while he ran a bath. I sat in my reading nook, holding a book when he walked out and joined me there, water still dripping from his hair.
“How’s the standoff between the pack and Cassius going?” I asked, breaking the awkward silence.
“Well, it’s going in our favor. With Cedric’s help at least, we’ve been able to destabilize most of Cassius’ army and repelled most of his attacks. Even though he never showed up..” he replied and I slowly put down my book.
“Who never showed up? Cedric or Cassius?”
Alric glared at me like he couldn’t believe that question just came from me but my brain was way too fogged up for me to even think straight.
“Cassius of course..” he retorted.
I sighed deeply, leaning my
