Can't Tame Him

In an instant Ru snatched the nearby tablecloth. He intercepted one of the soaring Tarot cards just before it struck the ground. He draped the tablecloth around his waist and showed the card to Arazharn. "Death!"

"This card symbolizes a very important change that is about to occur in your life," Arazharn explained, bowing his head and squinting. "Lie down on the altar or let me place you there."

Ru froze, his instincts screaming for him to flee, even though he knew there was nowhere to go. "What are you even going to do?

Arazharn walked towards him, his steps slow and careful. "I will reveal the truth." He reached out, his fingers touching Ru's cheek. "You should be honored. Very few people have had the opportunity to be my unique subject of study."

"You do not need to work on me." Ru's voice raised with panic as he retreated. "I have already told you everything."