H.I.S. 102

Scarlet

After hours of training, as I wiped the sweat from my brow, I finally mustered the courage to bring up the topic that had been lingering in my mind. "Father, have you heard about the Blood Moon?"

He paused mid-motion, his hand tightening on the hilt of his sword. His expression darkened slightly, his usual calm demeanor replaced by something more serious. "Why do you ask?"

"Jenna and Sera mentioned it," I replied, trying to keep my voice steady. "They seemed worried, and I thought it might be something... important. Maybe even dangerous."

My father sighed, setting his sword down on the stand nearby. He gestured for me to sit on a nearby bench, and he joined me, his expression thoughtful.

"Have you felt anything before?" my father asked, his eyes narrowing slightly as he studied me.

I tilted my head, confused. "Felt what?"

"Has something changed in you?" he pressed, his tone more serious now.