Nova Peak Via Infinita

It was jarring when Mulherin walked away without another word. It was difficult, too, to let him go so soon after seeing Relic leave. Masquerade clenched their teeth against calling him back, even though their heart beat anxiously in their chest. Just because he’d decided not to take this particular advice did not mean he was walking out of their life, like the others. He just needed space from the situation.

They retreated back to the dripping overhang, giving Mul that space and honoring the decision implied by his vexed departure. Masque took deep, steadying breaths and tried not to dwell on the way he’d not only rejected their proposal but their overtures too. He’d moved to avoid their touch, an image which makes them even broodier than before.