“Because you’re so damn good at everything.” “Not everything.” He still wears a smile, but it turns sadder. “Name one thing you’re bad at.” “Getting people to trust me.” The words are heavy, as if they’ve been weighing on him for some time. “No, earning their trust.” “I just literally walked through fire for you, Kaelis. Five months ago, I was ready to slit your throat…I’d say you’re not as bad at earning people’s trust as you think.” He twirls us, pulling me closer in the process. His lips brush against my ear. “I’ve wanted to dance with you ever since the Arcanum Chalice. Ever since seeing
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