章 249: Chapter 249 - Another option

Her eyes were still wet with unshed tears, while her expression was one of sorrow and misery. Yet, there was no struggle. Instead, her eyes showed determination. Clearly, she made a decision of some sort.

"That was faster than expected," Erik said softly, aware that the others were still sleeping. He remained calm, as he felt no threat from Eira. Not to mention that Elora would have warned him if that were the case.

She didn't seem surprised at his sudden awakening, and kept looking at him sadly. "I don't like… how you're forcing me in this position." Lost hopes were breaking her voice a little. "I— I hoped we would get along, work together, and… trust each other."

"That's what I want as well, Eira," he nodded slowly. "But trust isn't so easily earned. It takes time that I don't believe we have. And even if I did trust you, I still wouldn't trust Audumla."