Chapter 18
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He seemed to be in a foul mood. Barely said a word.
I tried asking what was wrong several times. He kept deflecting:
"Have the exam results been posted yet?"
"Not yet."
"Mm."
Silence fell again.
I bit my lip nervously: "Kael, I..."
"I need to talk to you as well." Kael interrupted, turning to face me. "About the Claim."
My heart clenched painfully: "Oh?"
"I was thinking..." Kael hesitated. "Let's wait until we're back in London."
I watched him struggle with his words, my heart sinking.
Don't tell me... he wants to end the Claim?
