Adrian sat in front of Ruby, carefully wrapping a bandage around the cut on her arm as he spoke softly.
"You're the first person I've brought here. This is where I study, train, and interact with all kinds of people."
He didn't regret bringing her. After what Ruby had done—standing up for both Ariana and him by involving her own family—it had left a strong impression on Adrian.
It was only their fourth meeting, yet he already felt a bond forming between them. A bond built on trust.
"So... time flows differently here compared to the outside world?" she asked, picking up on the odd feeling of the place.
Adrian nodded. "Yes. This space gives me peace, so I spend most of my time here."
Ruby gave a small nod in return. "Yeah, it really is peaceful." Her eyes wandered to a book lying beside her. She frowned slightly and casually flipped open the cover.
Adrian tensed for a moment, unsure of what she might find. But then she said something that surprised him.
