Noctisardor Bypass 15 Step

Anselm’s cheeks flared as Suzu met his gaze and mouthed a single, knowing word. He looked away quickly thereafter.

A string of words Anselm did not understand flowed from Etienne in the trademark lyrical language that Anselm wished he knew. He began to study the ground, aware that Etienne was now firmly buried in the embrace of his sister.

A few times, Anselm recognized his own name and Glaukos’ in the mix. He tried to parse from their facial expression if these were positive mentions, but Etienne was facing away from him and he could not bring himself to look at Suzu.

Meanwhile, the skin across his face singed with growing emotion.