Rhane squeezed the letter inside his trouser pocket. Unlike his usual dead gaze, his eyes were filled with life, excitement, and something more. Jenna had been concerned enough to ask about him. They had an actual conversation.
It was something. Maybe too little, minor to others, but it was different for Rhane. Even after finding out who he was, she still spoke to him calmly.
"The council has gathered," Kali said, joining Rhane along the hallway. She glanced at the path Rhane had come from. "You were with her?"
Rhane's eyes brightened even more. "Which food do you think will be her best? I'm guessing the lamb or no... the rabbit. Maybe I should have killed a pig too." He halted, turned to look at the room, then nodded.
"I'll bring that later to her room," Rhane said, more to himself.
