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“The prosperat around the complice. Finnian glanced thonghittally at Odalys, his lips parted as iftos
Damian’s words were forced back domen. He gave a self–aleprecating smile, noldest slightly, and didict say anything more
“However, lin gate is dalys remmed intense and filled with longing, Stellarmmed his head to block Catalys from Finian’s view and said,
Olag—Odalys modded.
“Stellan moved over to sit next to Fiumion, effectively separating the two
“Fannian watched Absem take their positions, and a bitter feeling stirred in his chest. He couldn’t help but feel a pang of anot speak up. He was afraid of getting hit,
ingness, but he dared
“Ah, it seems like it’s cooked. 111 try it fost, Freya said, picking upea kule to cut a small piece of meat. She tasted it, and her eyes lit ups
This tastes great. It’s really to rat Freyaideclared. The others, having finished their stew immediately dug into the roasted cat.
“The people from Group handed some of the rabbits to Francis, and Finian helped himself as well. Francis naturally shared the masted pheasant with them too, and everyone ate happily.
“Tosude the adjacent room. Sophia was overwhelmed by the deliciosis aroma, sneezing repeatedly
“Adas, is the food ready? It smells amazing Sophia asked, propping herself up from the local, wincing in p
“Her whole teady as hard as if her lines were coming apart
coling her stomach growled loudly in protest. Allas stood silently in the comer, his expression dark.
Adas, whats wrong? Haid they bailly your Solila asked, walking over to him, still unable to believe her own words.
“Ailas’s lace was grim. Sophia had a feeling that it was somelion related to Udalys
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“Did Odalys do something to you? 11 go confront her,” Sophia said, turning to leave the room.
“With each step, pain shot through her bones, and she gritted her teeth, her face pale, as she made her way outside.
The area outside was empty, but the enticing aroma drifted from the next room.
“Sophia instinctively moved toward it, finding Finnan and Francis sitting by the fire. A rabbit was roasting over the flames, along with a pleasant.
“They held knives, cutting the cooked meat off and dipping it in sauce, eating it with relish.
“Nearby, there seemed to be some potherb and pickles, and the smell of the food assaulted her senses, sending waves Sophia stood frozen, staring in disbelief.
s of hunger through her
“Atlas, why are Finnian and Francis eating with them! Where’s our share? Sophia turned back to Atlas, her voice tinged with shock.
“Atlas’s face remained tight, his fists clenched.
This pheasant was hunted by Francis and Finnian. You were injured this morning, and I brought you back. We didn’t get anything ourselves,” Atlas said, his voice low,
“He hadn’t expected to be so upset
set over f
food, of all things.
What do you mean! Francis and Finnian are from our group. The things they hunted should have been shared with us, right? Why are they keeping it all to themselves, eating with Group B Sophia couldn’t believe what she was hearing.
“She felt utterly betrayed by her own people, fury building inside her.
“Maybe they just think Odalys is more important right now,” Atlas said, his tone bitter.
“Sophia, however, wasn’t satisfied with this. She lifted her chin, ignoring the pain in her body, and walked over to the group. She stood towering above them, looking down on the ones by the fire.
“Francis, Finnian, you’re from Group A, right? Why are you eating with Croup HP Sophia asked in a cold voice, her tone dripping with disdain.
even look up. He simply kept chewing
“In the past, Finnan would’ve rushed to her side, showering her with attention and care. But now, he didn’t ev on the pheasant leg in his hand.
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Francis wiped his mouth and replied sarcastically. “Ms. Bennett, didn’t I tell you I wasn’t joining you? I find my own food, and I’m fine on my own. You’re always busy with something, never focused on finding supplies.
What’s the matter? Now you think I should share the food I find with you? You and Atlas have never even helped with the search for supplies.
**Since we got here, have either of you even gone into the woods? Have you gone out looking for food?
“Sophia’s face turned bright red. It was true. She hadn’t gone out to search for anything since they arrived. There had always been something else keeping her occupied, but it wasn’t because she wanted to avoid it
“Sophia stood up straight and confronted him with confidence. “Francis, we’re in the same group. We need to stick together. Did Group B brainwash you or something?
“Even if you don’t like me or don’t agree with me, you’re still part of Group A What will Group B think of us if you act like this?“”
Francis didn’t respond to her. Instead, he sliced off another piece of meat and held it out.
***I’ll trade you a wing for a piece of rabbit meat. How does that sound? Francis said as he placed the wing on a clean plate.
“Stellan, watching the exchange, couldn’t help but chuckle softly, “Alright,” he said, being generous. He cut a large piece of meat and passed it forward to make the trade.
then pushed the wing toward the others, silently signaling them to help themselves.
***Odalys?” Freya gestured toward Odalys, but Odalys simply took the wing and pressed it into Fr
Thanks Freya said, taking the wing and passing it to Selah, who took a bite.
Freya’s hand with a gentle smile. “You eat it.””
Odalys, meanwhile, continued eating her pickled cucumbers and cutting her meat in silence, not uttering a word.
The m
more calm and composed Odilys appeared, the angrier Sophia became. She stomped her foot in frustration.
Odalys, are you trying to brainwash my team and make them turn against us Sophia shouted, her frustration clear
“Odalys, who had been suddenly called out, looked at her with a puzzled expression. She stared at Sophia as if she were dealing with a fool
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“Not getting angry, Odalys simply replied, ““They’re grown men in their twenties. Do you really think I need to brainwash them? Besides, we have a campfire. They came to borrow some fire, and we graciously let them.
“Is that a problem? Or do you think we shouldn’t help them? Should we have turned them away just when they needed fire?”
“Odalys‘ few words shut Sophia down. Sophia, angered and speechless, couldn’t find a way to respond.
***Francis, what about us? Does that mean Atlas and I don’t get anything to eat!” S Sophia asked, her voice filled with frustration.
“Francis chewed his meat without care, looking at her with a cold, almost disdainful glance. A flicker of sarcasm flashed in his eyes. “If you want some, then come over here and get it. Do you expect me to kneel and beg you for permission!”
“Sophia froze at his words. There was no way she was going to lower herself to walk over and ask for food.
“She stood there, watching the sizzling meat, her stomach growling, and she could almost feel the hunger pangs piercing through her. The delicious scent was almost too much to bear.
“But her pride and reason
stopped her from moving
“Who cares about your food?” Sophia scoffed, turning around and walking away with her head held high, her steps deliberate.
