Willow The Maiden (8)

Previously

His closed eyes shielded him from the visual cacophony, allowing him to retreat into his inner sanctuary. In this realm of his own making, he faced an enigma – the Sage, a master of 'Sei,' whose eyes remained closed yet brimming with an inexplicable confidence.

In this quiet interlude, Willow felt a shift in the atmosphere. Although this 'empty space' existed solely within his mind, the Sage seemed to sense it too. A subtle curl formed at the corners of the Sage's lips, a knowing smile that transcended the boundaries of their inner world.