Skating on Thin Ice

Delaeni listened intently to Aurelia's words, committing each piece of advice to memory. The idea of navigating thin ice was daunting, but she felt more prepared now that she had been given some guidance. However, as Aurelia addressed Rhazien, Delaeni couldn't help but feel a twinge of discomfort. The way Aurelia spoke to him, with a hint of flirtation in her tone, made Delaeni uneasy. Sidis were taught to be respectful and deferential to their superiors, and Aurelia's casual demeanor with Rhazien seemed to go against that principle.

She cast a quick glance over at Azoula, wondering if she shared her unease. But she didn't want to make her uncertainty obvious- leaving her attention fully on Aurelia's instructions. Delaeni couldn't shake the feeling that Aurelia was walking on thin ice herself, flirting with danger in more ways than one.

As Aurelia finished her explanation, Delaeni nodded, her teal eyes reflecting her gratitude. "Thank you," she said softly, her voice filled with apprehensive sincerity as she subtly began to make her way in Azoula's direction.

"Delaeni Terblanche"