Capítulo 64: Chapter 64

In Bear’s mind, Brian had passed his first two tests with excellence. His innate common sense, his intelligence, and his natural grace combined to make his service to a Master sheer perfection. He had dressed in the exact order and manner requested and had arrived precisely on time. The second test he also aced. Bear told Brian to take one hour to determine his own destiny. Brian did not blurt out he loved Bear in an instant, nor did he deny himself the opportunity to deliberate, to weigh the pros and cons. Instead, Brian went back to his room and envisioned himself and Bear in such a situation and gave himself the necessary time to think about his options.

Bear knew Brian’s first impulse was to submit straightaway.

However, the boy gave the issue the consideration it deserved.