Chapter 3: Silence Speaks Louder
Chapter 3: Silence Speaks Louder
The warmth of Elder Gideon’s embrace lingered long after he finally pulled away. The man’s hands were still on Lucas’ shoulders, as if afraid that letting go would make him disappear again. His sharp eyes, filled with desperation and relief, studied Lucas’ face closely.
Then, he spoke.
"Xavier..." His voice was hoarse, thick with emotions. "Can you hear me, son?"
Lucas felt a sharp pang at that name. Xavier. That was who he was supposed to be. That was who this man—his father—believed had woken up.
But Lucas wasn’t Xavier.
And he had no idea who Xavier had been.
Still, he said nothing.
His lips remained slightly parted, but no words came out. He didn’t even try. He simply stared.
The silence stretched.
Elder Gideon’s brows furrowed slightly. His hands tensed on Lucas’ shoulders.