"Is there anything else?"
When he heard that question, he wasn't sure what he should say, so he went silent for a moment. He was wondering if it was something he should say. It had never been expressed to him that he couldn't speak about it, but he was still unsure.
"Lyle, what is it? You can tell me, "Salana added, with concern in her voice.
He understood why she was concerned. He generally wouldn't keep things from her, nor would she keep things from him. They had a friendship that was built on mutual trust and respect. Even if he acted like he was afraid of her, it was because he treated her as a sister. An annoying one who would probably try to slap the back of his head when he annoyed her. He struggled internally for a while before deciding to tell her.
Well, actually, there are two more things you should know. I'm not sure if you'd believe me, though... But I can't help that. All I can do is present you with the facts. "