Chương 51: I made mistakes

Daena watched Liria go with a faint frown. Despite Liria's assurances, Daena couldn't help but worry about the other woman's safety. This school was the last place she'd wanted to send Liria, but it was necessary. Liria needed to learn control, and she needed it fast. She had a dangerous element in her nature, one that could bring her untold power or spell her downfall. Either way, Liria needed training, and she needed it soon. Daena could only hope Seraphis would keep her word.

"Daena, you seem troubled," Seraphis said from her right.

Daena didn't even flinch, her posture never faltering. "Just concerned for the well-being of my protégée."

Seraphis smiled knowingly. "Liria seems like a resilient girl. I'm sure she'll do quite well."

"Indeed," Daena agreed quietly.

"Do you miss it?"

Daena turned to meet Seraphis' questioning gaze. "Miss what?"

Seraphis gestured toward the empty chairs. "This. You were always quite adept at your lessons."