90: Heat

Marvis stared emptily into the air. He had been stuck in a corner of the huge palace for the past few weeks because Crown Prince Reagan refused to leave. He of course liked Natalia’s company but he missed walking out in the open air. He was a social person who especially enjoyed the company of his kind.

"Why do you look like you were kicked out in the rain?" Amaika asked, bringing in a tray of food. Marvis glanced at it but didn't stand up to eat it. He sighed, laying back on the bed.

"I feel like a circus animal."

"A circus animal performs. You're just wasting air and food."

"It's not my fault I'm stuck here! Lia ordered me not to go out of this room until he leaves!" He yelled, exasperated.

"I think it's tragic that we have to tuck our tails and hide when someone like you has the potential to become more than you are. If you continue hiding, you won't be able to unlock that potential. I feel sorry for you."

"Ugh, if you want to say something, say it! Stop sounding like a wisecracki