544 Chapter 544

They were in the lounge, watching over an escalating game of cards, when Sorino came for Kai. To Katelina's surprise, Jorick didn't mention the earlier encounter. As they walked away, she realized Sorino probably knew. He and Kai were linked. What Kai saw, he saw.

Which means he saw my bumbling attempts at mind reading.

The realization made her feel worse.

By dinner, Katelina was gloomy. She hadn't seen Sarah since she'd stormed away. After their meal, she let Jorick lead her upstairs.

To her annoyance, he flopped on the bed with a book. "I assumed you'd go next door and speak to your friend." He flipped a page. "She had dinner early and is hiding in her room. While you're practicing mind reading on her, you might suggest she try quieting her thoughts. They're almost as loud as yours used to be."

"Used to be? You mean I've gotten quieter?"