Chapter 50: The Test I
The medical facility's herbal scent clung to Sophia as she stood by Orion's cot, her fingers still twisting the edge of her newly tailored cloak.
His agreement to teach her fighting theory, albeit with a smirk and a jab about her motives, left her both relieved and annoyed. She'd gotten what she wanted, but his suspicion still stung.
"Tomorrow," Orion said, his voice rough but steady, his eyes glinting with challenge. "Training grounds, first light. Don't be late, or I'll assume you're not serious."
Sophia gave a sharp nod, biting back a retort. "I'll be there," she said, turning on her heel.
The stone floor echoed under her boots as she strode out, the door creaking shut behind her. She had no idea what he had planned for her but she was prepared to face it.
The next morning, the sky was a pale gray, heavy with the promise of more snow which wasn't a surprise since Nirvana and snow were synonymous.
