Chapter 20: A Second Chance

Time passes and I find myself in deep water. Figuratively speaking, of course, but indeed I fail to listen. I keep recalling my vision of the serpent. Her words seem to resound as the relationship between Pautina and I becomes more complicated. Despite their direct warning, I still find myself attaching to the Sumerki.

Regardless of her constant shifts in behavior, Pautina is intriguing. The way she holds her countenance is appealing.