Chapter 77: Unintelligent Opinions

NIKOLAI.

I brought the letter to the attention of the elders and they all have nothing useful to say. The only interesting thing about the meeting is that Donovan is back. Funny how he came back the same time as the letter. Only proves my point that the man is bad news.

“What do we about this?” I ask again and they just continue to stare.

“Why do you lots never seem to have opinions? Every time I call a meeting, it feels more like I’m giving a speech because I tend to be the only one that actually has something to say.”

“Maybe we’re afraid you won’t listen to them.” Donovan says and I suddenly start to crave his absence. He’s not back the same way he left, he has this glow to him that I’m not sure I can attribute to love. Donovan doesn’t look like the kind to let his feelings for someone to be so outspoken.

“Try me. Give me your opinion.” I tell him and he smiles. It’s the first time I’ve ever seen him smile. It looks creepy.

I like his face better when he’s not smiling.

“I think