章 100: Confronting Feelings

Sadiki paced outside Drystan's quarters, his heart hammering in his chest as he struggled to keep his thoughts in order. It had been days since the kiss, days of avoidance, confusion, and the painful pull of unresolved feelings.

But he knew it couldn't go on like this. He had to confront it, to confront Drystan, and the emotions he wasn't sure he was ready to face.

Taking a deep breath, Sadiki clenched his fists, willing himself to find the courage to knock. His mind swirled with doubts, uncertainty flooding him.

What if this conversation only made things worse? What if he said something he couldn't take back? But he knew this limbo between them couldn't go on any longer.

Summoning the last bit of resolve, Sadiki knocked on the door.

A few moments passed, then the door creaked open. Drystan stood there, his stoic expression softened, surprised to see Sadiki standing there so late. His eyes widened slightly before he quickly masked his reaction.