Blaize was waiting by the door when Zephyr approached his study. She looked like a tiny figure framed by two imposing guards as she offered him a small, warm smile.
"H-h-hello," she whispered, her voice barely audible.
Zephyr simply nodded, a silent invitation to enter as he led the way ahead. He had just returned from his meeting with Xander and wanted to work on a new plan for the solistice. As Blaize stepped inside the study after Zephyr, her hands began to nervously fidget with the hem of her dress.
"H-h-how a-are y-y-you?" she asked with her gaze fixed on the floor.
"I am fine. How are you?" Her brother replied, his tone as even as ever.
Blaize was relieved. The distance between them had felt strange lately, strained by her defiance in befriending Selene, whom she was forbidden to see. She knew Zephyr could never hate her but still…..
