C99 Maxine

MAXINE

I gave her a cup of tea and sat down in the chair opposite her with my cup. I made a mental note to make the moonflower tea for Elara.

We drank from the cup of tea slowly, sipping. I was going to force her to say anything. I was just going to let her be. Whenever she was ready.

"He's a good man," She began.

I was surprised to hear her speak so soon. "Who is?" I asked