Huh! Huh!
Thoren gasped heavily while struggling to steady his breathing.
His chest rose violently while every breath sounded rough and uneven.
Fear still lingered visibly across his face.
His expression remained pale while traces of panic continued flashing through his eyes.
"W What was that?" he muttered hoarsely.
His dry voice echoed faintly throughout the silent chamber.
Slowly, his gaze shifted toward the strange ancient book lying upon the floor nearby.
The instant his eyes landed upon it, his heart skipped violently.
For several long moments, he remained completely motionless while listening to the loud pounding of his own heartbeat against his ribs.
Then finally, he opened his lips once more.
"I was too careless."
The realization struck him deeply and there was no room left for denial anymore.
Ever since defeating the Dust Naga, part of him had unconsciously relaxed.
