Chapter 5. The Goddess’s Request
The woman set her teacup down, her lips curling into a calm smile.
"Welcome to my space, Reo Carter," she said, her voice soft but firm.
Reo narrowed his eyes, his body tense. "How do you know my name? And where am I?"
She gestured gracefully to the chair across from her. "Sit, Reo. We have much to talk about."
He hesitated, glancing at her, then the chair. "I don't have time for games," he snapped. "Start talking."
Her smile didn't fade. "Then we're alike in that way. Sit." Her tone left no room for argument.
Reluctantly, Reo sat down, his movements stiff. She poured him tea, the steam rising in curls, but he ignored it, his eyes fixed on her.
"Who are you?" His voice was sharp, cutting through the calm.
She met his gaze with steady calm. "I am Celestia, the Goddess of this world. It's an honor to finally meet you."
Reo leaned back, folding his arms. "I don't care about your title—or your tea. What's going on? Why am I here?"
Then, giggles.