Nero Nights
“I’d spotted some berries before. It’s where I was headed when we went to the lake that day.”
I smile, recalling our dunk into the water, choosing to ignore what happened after. “I think we might need to go for another swim. I’ve been wearing this uniform for three days. I haven’t showered. I feel disgusting.”
Valen nods with a little smile, taking another bite. He killed a small crawling creature, cooked it. We’ll polish it off in just one sitting.
I can’t eat any more, but Valen doesn’t seem finished yet, so I lean back in my seat, crossing my ankles and propping them up on the bench. I fold my arms over my chest, watching Valen.
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