Chapter 34: The written exam
Raven’s eyes widened in shock. "You want my Guardian Spirit? Why?"
I met her gaze calmly. "Because I believe I can tame it."
She gawked at me like I had sprouted horns. "You’re insane. No one can tame the Warrior-King. He’s a monster—a force of destruction. He’s too dangerous to let loose."
"I have to try," I insisted, my voice steady. "You said it yourself—you’re frightened of him. You don’t want anyone else getting hurt. If you want, I can make him go away. I could transfer the Warrior-King to another host."
Raven frowned, studying me carefully. "...You mean yourself as the host."
I gave a faint smirk but said nothing.
She fell quiet, her eyes searching mine, her fingers twisting the fabric of her sleeve.
Then, to my surprise, she shook her head firmly. "No. I can’t do it."
Gwyneria folded her arms, her crimson eyes narrowing. "Why not? You could finally be rid of the Warrior-King. You just said he’s too dangerous. If you’re so afraid of him, why not be free of him?"
Raven’s jaw tightened, her fingers curling into fists. "I know. But I can’t risk it. This Guardian Spirit was put inside me for a reason—to protect me. My grandmother bound him to me. I don’t know why—but I trust her. I won’t dishonor her will, by giving him away."
Disappointment settled in my chest.