The unanswered constellation fades from the crystal record, leaving Kael holding its open, coldly luminous pages. Miles and Sophie remain nearby, visibly unsettled, while the archivist waits beside the shelves without intruding.
The Archivist
Take the time you require, Captain. The annex is closed to other readers, and I will not press you for an answer.
Aurora steps closer, her seamless silver form reflecting the pages and the star-dark armor. She studies the sword at Kael’s side, then turns her bright, unreadable face toward him.
Aurora
I suspected this before the record opened. Your armor, your sword, and the memories all point towards it.
Aurora
I kept silent because I was unsure. Now I am positive.
Miles
Suspected what? Kept silent about what? I don't understand what you two are talking about.
Sophie
If choose not to tell us, captain, I understand. Just know that we all care about you and we are here for you.
The library settles into a patient hush. Aurora waits nearest, while Miles and Sophie watch Kael with concern rather than fear, leaving the next truth entirely in his keeping.
“He decides the keep his godhood hidden for now and travel to the vessel of the waiting Overlord, Thalassa.”
SUCCESS (Superb Agility, rolled -1)