Hearts and Ashes
"Well, then. Let's hope for your sake that’s enough to keep you alive."
His eyes widen in fear, and I can see the cracks forming in his composure. Good. Fear is the only tool that works with humans. I flick my wrist, and his head jerks violently to the side with a strained grunt, his body convulsing under the invisible pressure I wield.
"You're... you're a Diremage," he gasps, fear flooding his wide eyes as they dart around the room, looking for any escape.
"Yes," I say, my voice cold and measured. "Like your boss, Pete Delitroy. And something you should know about Diremages—we're dangerous, impatient, and we don’t hesitate."
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