Chapter 102: Dad?

Lena

I sat frozen as the ancient woman's ominous words sank in. She peered at me steadily with her rheumy but piercing eyes, awaiting my response.

"I...I'm afraid I don't understand," I finally stammered, my voice catching dryly in my throat. "What destiny? What role could I possibly fulfill?"

She patted my hand with surprising strength given her frail appearance. The paper-thin skin seemed to thrum with hidden energy.

"All in due time, child," she replied patiently. "First, tell me - what is it you seek by coming here to our sanctuary?"

I hesitated, staring down at my clenched hands. Could I trust her with the full truth? But her sage, knowing gaze compelled me to answer honestly.

"I was told you possess knowledge about severing my bond with the dragon, Scar," I confessed. "I want to be free of him and the control he wields over me."

She nodded slowly, taking this in. "Yes, a heavy burden for one so young to bear alone. Now tell me, why is it so very urgent that this bond be broken?"