Chapter 28: Shared Understanding
Selene led Vaelrith through the ship's corridors to a private room, maintaining a polite but distant demeanor. Vaelrith couldn't help but feel the weight of her guarded presence, a constant reminder of the responsibility that lay ahead.
The corridors were lined with intricate designs, a testament to the craftsmanship of the ones who had built the ship. The soft hum of the engines provided a comforting background noise as they walked.
Once inside the room, an uncomfortable silence settled between them. The atmosphere was thick with unspoken thoughts, and it became increasingly awkward.
Selene's eyes wandered around the room, avoiding Vaelrith's gaze. The room was modest but well-furnished, with a small table and two chairs, a bookshelf filled with volumes on various subjects, and a window offering a view of the vast sky outside.
