Warlock Ch 78. No-nonsense Attitude
Damian met his gaze and nodded, gripping the bag tightly. "Got it," he said.
Cassius gave a curt nod, and for a moment, Damian thought he might say something more. But Cassius's expression remained stony, unreadable.
Damian hesitated, waiting in case Cassius had another instruction. Better to stand there like a cautious student than to turn his back too soon—Cassius had the energy of a grumpy, old-school teacher, and Damian wasn't about to risk annoying him further. But the stare Cassius leveled at him said it all.
"What are you waiting for?" Cassius said, his tone half-irritated. "Go home now. You know where the exit is, right?"
"I know where the exit is," Damian replied, his voice steady. "Thanks for teaching me today." He turned without waiting for an answer, letting out a long exhale as he walked toward the door. His legs were aching, his shoulders tight, and his mind swimming with questions.
