Sunday, June 1, 2025

Practical Lies

 
"Duskwell's breathing down our necks," Lyra said, not looking up. "They want clarity. Designation. Proof the artifact exists."


> "We’ll need better gear. Real shielding. Backup sensors."


She nodded. "They’re sending someone. Field operations. We meet them in two days."


Gaius raised an eyebrow.


> "Where?"


She hesitated just long enough to be self-aware.


> "Chethollow Tavern. They rented a room above."


He blinked. "...Chethollow?"


> "That’s the name."


> "This place is cursed. I can feel it."


> "It’s just the name."


> "...Name’s worse than the Hollow."


She didn’t argue.


> "Be there. Bring Vell. He won’t show without you."

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