Cassius could tell that his stepmother was very passionate about this subject, which frightened the timid Memphis even further. She loved to adventure and discover new things, but when it came to this terrifying woman, she couldn't even muster an ounce of courage. Realizing this, Cassius patted her head before concentrating on Sasha.
"Her yearning for the Gates has a lot more to it than some rash pursuit. If that is what she wants if she awakens, then there is nothing either of us can do to persuade her otherwise."
Although reluctant to agree, Sasha knew he was right. Yet that only seemed to increase her irritation.
Ever since her stepson began changing, he didn't seem to be wrong about anything. And that casual, cooling smile plastered across his normally apathetic expression only served to further her annoyance.
