After seconds of silence, it was Damian who broke it.
He looked toward the wise woman who had her gaze shifting between him and the Holy Daughter with jittery anticipation, and he said flatly...
"You are healed. You can leave at any time."
...!
BOOM!
His words shocked Serala and Grandmother Essun alike!
Grandmother Essun shook her head with incredulity and admonishment, her expression clearly telling Damian that he didn't know how to talk to a woman.
And Serala...
She blinked with disbelief as her bearing erupted, her wing-shaped pupils becoming sharp as she said, "I know this. I just wanted to give my thanks for going out of your way to save me and ask how you did it. For your contribution, I can ask for many things to be given to you on your behal-"
"Not necessary."
Damian cut her off without hesitation.
"I don't want anything. Grandmother Essun will take care of anything you need. You can leave right after."
...!
