How Villains Are Born
It was easier this way, I convinced myself.
But then, a voice interrupted our conversation. "Hello Alpha Damien." I turned to face the speaker, and there stood Jordan, all smiles. For a brief moment, I forgot his name, but he gently reminded me. His genuine smile, contrasting my current turmoil, caught me off guard. How could someone smile so effortlessly? How did he maintain that lightness?