5 Chapter 5

“Alexander?”

Alexander scanned the serene landscape. Seagulls wheeled overhead in the clear blue sky and a breeze blew in from the cool blue water to lead the palm fronds in a steady dance. He then realised he was chewing the inside of his mouth. He stopped. He swallowed.

“I swear.”

Christian held him with a gaze that showed he meant business. “Swear it on your mother’s life. Only then can I be open with you. Otherwise, there’s no point in continuing, is there?”

Alexander silently agreed. If he hadn’t actually said the words ‘on my mother’s life’, then no harm would come to his mother’s spirit if ever he broke his word. But Christian was taking care of that little loophole. Christian was forcing him to say the words. He took a deep breath.

“I swear on my mother’s life to keep all that you show me and tell me a secret.”