Captured (Part 1)
Elina's expression was of utter confusion, her face a whirlwind of shifting emotions. On the one hand, the Guardians' aura was back to being soothing and protective, making her feel at ease.
On the other hand, her brain kept flashing images of Leegaain's and Salaark's fury in front of her eyes and her body trembled in fear at the horror that such visions evoked.
"Exactly. This is my room and I'm inviting you in." Elina said.
She was still scared but, while surrounded by her family, she had the strength to fight the fear.
"I'm very sorry for what happened earlier. I shouldn't have let you see us like that." Leegaain gave her a deep bow.
"You can say that." Elina nodded, feeling the need to sit down on her bed. "But I'm grateful to the three, no four of you for protecting me. Let this be a lesson. For me of how scary you actually are and for you of caring more for people like me."