Rise took a closer look, not minding how Thalia became embarassed by his stares. The usual coldness in those mesmerizing eyes was tinged with surprise and nervousness.
"Your name is Thalia?" Rise asked, making sure. He already stepped back, though only slightly, but most of his attention was still on the beautiful woman in front of him.
For some reason, his voice carried some weight even if he seemed only to be asking casually. It made the surroundings particularly heavy, earning gasps and groans everywhere.
The pressure on Thalia was heavier. She swallowed, unable to give a usual attitude and majesty. She could only nod her head, afraid her voice would betray her awakening fear.
She was still a guild leader and could not express her nervousness openly. Even more so with everyone watching.
The silver-haired man in front of her, no matter how angelic his face was, screamed terror. He was dangerous.
