Warlock Ch 123. Let's See If I Can Still Do This!
"So, I've been told," Damian replied, leaning back against the pillows with an exaggerated groan. "But seriously, Eve, it's not just curiosity. It's…" He hesitated, his grin fading into something more contemplative. "It's like… this itch I can't scratch. There's so much I don't remember, so much I don't understand about myself, about what I did, and about what's coming next. How am I supposed to sit here and do nothing?"
Evelyn's gaze softened, the teasing glint in her eyes replaced by genuine concern. "Damian, no one's asking you to do nothing. We just want you to take a step back, recover, and think things through before you dive headfirst into danger again."
He met her eyes, his expression uncharacteristically serious. "You think I don't want that? I do, Evelyn. But sitting still isn't just boring—it's dangerous. The longer I wait, the more time they have to move their pieces. I'm playing catch-up here, and every second counts."
