Augustus's brow furrowed, a deep crease forming between his eyes as Magnus's words sunk in. The initial piece of information had been so shocking, it had almost short-circuited his brain. He was still reeling from the first revelation, and Magnus hadn't even given him a warning to brace himself. What could the second part possibly be? What secrets did the recording crystal hold?
A whirlwind of questions spun through Augustus's mind, each more frantic than the last. He couldn't grasp at any answers, any logical explanations. Steeling himself, he prepared for whatever revelation was about to come. If Magnus advised him to be ready, then he would be. He trusted Magnus implicitly, believing the young man wouldn't offer such a warning without good reason.
Taking a deep, fortifying breath, Augustus said, "Alright, if you say so. I think I'm ready."
