Bab 189: [Island Of Drath] [4]

Walking beside me, she whispered, "...What would you do if your mother was absolutely evil and wanted to kill you?"

"..."

My steps halted as I drew in a deep breath to steady my trembling heart.

Even though I knew she wasn't talking about my mother, I couldn't help but feel uneasiness crawling under my skin.

"Hello." She waved her hand in front of my face, making me focus on her. "What happened to you?"

"Nothing," I mumbled, shaking my head while resuming my walk. "Why did you ask...that question?"

"It's a hypothetical question." She shrugged a little. "What is your answer?"

"I would try to run away," I replied quietly, glancing up as the sun dimmed behind heavy clouds.

'...Rain? Really?'

I grumbled, picking up my pace.

Things weren't bad enough; now even the weather had to make things harder.

"What if you can't run away?" Nella mumbled, rubbing her cheek. "What if you're trapped?"