Garion leaned back against the wall, thinking for a while before speaking.
"I don't really know why it happened. At first, I thought maybe it was just slow to awaken."
He then looked at his own hands, clenching them for a moment.
"But it's already been six months... and still there was no sign of awakening."
Dahlia tilted her head, looking curious.
"Six months and not even a sign?"
Garion shook his head.
"Not even a flicker."
She frowned, arms crossed.
"Then do you have any idea what's causing it? Or at least what's happening to us?"
Garion hesitated for a moment, then nodded.
"I've been thinking about that. And after thinking it for a long time, I have one probable guess."
Dahlia leaned forward slightly.
"What is it?"
Garion raised his hand and gestured toward her chest.
"Maybe our traits aren't complete yet."
Dahlia blinked.
"Not complete?"
He nodded again.
