Omega Bound
I walk off the sand to stand beside Ronan, our shoulder brush, which calms Fenrir.
Above us, Auriel rises from the high chair. The entire arena quiets again instinctively.
Steps down slowly, Elias at his side, Measured and predatory.
With his eyes on Ronan, he says. “Impressive synchronization.”
The words echo as students stop and turn back.
Ronan bows his head, a compliment from an Elder. “We train often.”
“Yes I can see that. “ He says softly.
“ And you, Vale. Such control.” He sneers, Fenir growls low in my chest.