The Word 'Honor' (Ch.725)

"He doesn't...see us." Neveah surmised as Asrig strode past the exact spot Neveah and Jian stood, so close he nearly grazed Jian's shoulder and Jian stiffened noticeably, yet Asrig did not seem to take notice and his gaze was fixed straight ahead.

"What were you doing? Before you came to me?" Jian asked, his tone was still low and his gaze trailed Asrig, eyes wide and wary.

"I... I found it... the scroll you wanted. Asrig's records of the challenge and the realm of forlorn beasts." Neveah relayed to Jian immediately. "It couldn't be..."

"Your mind must have been greatly occupied by it. Beloved, we are...in Asrig's writings." Jian murmured in a tone that said he could hardly believe it himself.

"I... I didn't mean to bring you here. Forgive me..." Neveah whispered, her heart sank to the pit of her stomach.