Chapter 7
I look over at Astileu, now regretting ever making fun of him and calling him Tuxie. His voice is quiet as he finishes telling me what happened.
“But,” I start, confused, “if all that happened, shouldn’t you have some scars or something?” Astileu swallows, then sighs. “You’re only seeing my healed human form. I’m hiding my true image,” he whispers, not meeting my eyes. I can practically feel his shame, and it honestly just hurts.&nbs...
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