The Dark Cycle

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Nika hesitated. These words had struck her deeper than she thought they would, and, maybe without knowing, the person before her had shattered her determination completely. Right now, her facade stayed in place - but to hold it up for long was now impossible. She would have to solve this. Quickly.

"What do you propose?"

Her voice wasn't loud, the threatening tone still present. So far, she was able to hide her inner conflict. But if it hadn't been for the dim light and her training, he probably could have noticed her facial colour, that right now had more in common with a pack of chalk rather than a face. Never show weakness. Never let them see your feelings.