Chapter 80

Kael settled next to the small girl, but she flinched, wide-eyed with fear at his proximity. A pang of sympathy swelled in Kael's heart, knowing he needed to approach the little girl with utmost slowness and caution as she trusted.
"Hey there, little one," he whispered gently to her; his voice was calm and soothing. "My name is Kael. What's yours?"
The little girl was now staring at him, her eyes darting back and forth as if she was looking for a way to escape. Kael did not move, did not try to touch her. He just sat there, his eyes locked on hers, his expression calm and kind.